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Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman believes tariffs President Trump has threatened to impose on countries, including Mexico and Brazil, are here to stay and will cost U.S. consumers.

The business sector has tried to avoid criticizing Trump in public and welcomed his vows of lower taxes and deregulation, but the market sell-off appears to have loosened more tongues on Wall Street.

Jane Austen fans are celebrating 250 years since the writer's birth with a series of celebrations – including Georgian costume balls, where attendees try out period dancing.

Insurance costs are soaring, and coverage is hard to find in some parts of the United States. Communities say insurers are ignoring their efforts to confront the problem.

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its Community Resource Expo will take place on February 8, 2025 at the Encinitas Community Center located at 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive in Encinitas. This free, public event, in partnership with the City of Encinitas, is an opportunity for the expected 300+ attendees to discover more than 40 local businesses, services, goods and attractions. Members of the community can meet exhibitors from local businesses in industries such as: Estate Planning, Finance, Fitness, Health, Insurance, Real Estate, Senior Services, Travel, Wealth Management, Wellness, and more. "One of the most powerful aspects of community events is the opportunity for people to connect face-to-face," said Sherry Yardley, CEO of the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce. "When local businesses and residents come together, it creates an invaluable opportunity for both sides to engage in meaningful conversations allowing residents to ask questions, share feedback, and form relationships with business owners they might not otherwise meet." Exhibitors include: Rancho Coastal Humane Society, FireSnake Fitness, InWealth Management, Village Encinitas, The Seasoned Organizer, The Encinitas Historical Society, Community Resource Center, El Camino Memorial, California Coast Credit Union, San Diego County Credit Union, At Home Nursing Care, The City of Encinitas, The Living Trust Co., Brain Balance of Encinitas, Assistance League, TrueCare, Retread, Next Day Access, Easter Seals and Belmont Village. Sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities are still open but space is limited so act now! Contact community@encinitaschamber.com or visit encinitaschamber.com for more information.

As the country faces slowing economic growth and a trade war with the U.S., China has taken pains to reassure entrepreneurs by telling them they can start businesses, create jobs and benefit society.

On Sunday, February 16, 2025 mycophiles, educators, chefs, supportive businesses and dedicated mushroom amateurs, enthusiasts and professionals will gather at our Annual Fungus Fair in San Diego’s Balboa Park, continuing our mission to help educate our community, exchanging knowledge and celebrating all things fungi. The San Diego Mycological Society was established in 1997 and our group gathers for the many facets of fungi such as culinary, cultivation, identification, photography and art, ecology and more. We have monthly seminars, conduct classes, lead forays to find mushrooms, assist in mushroom identification, and share joy in commensality at member potlucks and chef prepared full course mushroom dinners. We put the fun in fungi! Visit: Fungus Fair 2025 San Diego Mycological Society on Instagram and Facebook

In 2021, California allowed college athletes to earn money, profiting off their name, image and likeness. University records show which student athletes are benefitting and how.

The annual celebration of Black comic creators returns to Balboa Park for its seventh year.

At least six children were killed in an Israeli strike on a water collection point. The Israeli military blamed a technical error which made its munition fall "dozens of meters from the target".