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As AI connects and shapes our world, is it also giving rise to a planetary consciousness? In "Gaia Wakes," peace scholar Topher McDougal explores how humanity’s global technologies, from artificial intelligence to climate networks, are giving rise to an emergent planetary consciousness. Join McDougal for an engaging talk as he traces the thrilling, unsettling, and ultimately hopeful implications of this awakening. Admission is free and open to the public. The first 50 attendees will receive a free signed copy of "Gaia Wakes." Following the talk, we will spotlight innovative research and initiatives from Kroc School faculty, rounding out an evening that looks boldly toward a future of planetary peace, technological creativity, and social renewal. Visit: https://krocresources.sandiego.edu/peace/gaiawakes University of San Diego: Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies on Facebook / Instagram

People with generalized anxiety disorder improved significantly after they got a single dose of LSD powerful enough to induce a psychedelic trip.

One of the goals of controversial wolf hunts in the Western U.S. is to help reduce the burden on ranchers, who lose livestock to wolves every year. A new study finds that those hunts have had a measurable, but small effect on livestock depredations.

Our Pride Leadership Team meets every third Saturday of the month at the University Christian Church in Hillcrest. Join us to meet fellow volunteer leaders, participate in valuable trainings, and help plan Pride events! Interested in joining our Volunteer Leadership Team? Leadership roles offer a chance to make a lasting impact by guiding volunteers, overseeing key event operations, and ensuring a smooth and inclusive experience for all. Whether you’re coordinating teams, managing logistics, or helping shape the future of Pride events, these roles are perfect for those looking to develop leadership skills, build community, and create meaningful change. Visit: Community Building Workshop and Pride Planning San Diego Pride on Instagram and Facebook

AI-generated videos of fighting between Iran and Israel went viral, and people asked chatbots if they were real. "What we're seeing is AI mediating the experience of warfare," said one researcher.

President Trump doubled down on his claims that the U.S. strikes in Iran last weekend "obliterated" its key nuclear facilities. But experts say that regardless of the amount of damage done to Iran's nuclear facilities, deliberate negotiations leading to a lasting agreement are crucial to prevent the resumption of war.

Social media is full of their colorful ads, but are online doctors legit? Here's the lowdown on the pros and cons of online medicine.

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty Wednesday in the stabbing murders of four University of Idaho students after reaching a plea agreement for the 2022 killings. The deal stipulates a life sentence.

Known as the "Prince of Darkness," the lead singer of the massively influential rock band Black Sabbath, Osbourne reached another generation via the MTV reality show The Osbournes in the early 2000s.

The gunman accused of killing four people in New York City suspected he had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE — a degenerative brain disease often associated with football players.