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A San Diego federal judge approved a settlement Thursday in a long-running class action lawsuit that alleged immigration detainees in San Diego and Imperial counties face prolonged, unfair delays in their immigration court cases.

Super Bowl viewership isn't faltering in the same way broadcast, cable and awards shows are. But do we really need mass consumption of the same cultural work? Or just smart and connected consumption?

As the World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos, the charity Oxfam has issued its annual report on wealth, poverty and inequality. It makes some bold assertions. But there are skeptics.

Miracle Babies, a nonprofit organization whose mission is dedicated to helping perinatal mothers and their families during their time of need by providing transportation, mental health assistance and supportive services, will be hosting its next diaper distribution on Saturday, August 12, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Jack in the Box Corporate Office in Kearney Mesa (9357 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego, 92123). Registered guests will be able to attend the free diaper distribution from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and then it will open to the public from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Over 350 local families are anticipated to attend. Registration is open through Friday August 11th at 12 p.m. or until supplies last. Miracle Babies has supplied over 1.3 million diapers throughout the pandemic to families in need. To ease the burden of financial stress, diaper drives are for all families, not just families with Miracle Babies. The San Diego Sci-Fi Coalition, a volunteer group that dresses up as superheroes and attends charity events, will assist Miracle Babies’ staff and volunteers distribute thousands of diapers, menstrual supply products, and other PPE products. The American Medical Response (AMR) will also provide free car seat safety inspections on a limited basis. Families in need of products should register online at the Miracles Babies website to ensure availability of diaper sizes. Diaper donations and volunteers are welcome and accepted at all distributions. Visit the Miracle Babies website to sign up to volunteer at the next diaper distribution and impact the lives of over 300 families. Major thanks to the following sponsors: Jack in the Box, Baby2Baby, Rent-A-Center, San Diego Food Bank, San Diego Sci-Fi Coalition, and American Medical Response (AMR). To register for an upcoming diaper distribution, volunteer, or donate visit: https://www.miraclebabies.org/diaper-distributions/

Pathways to Citizenship, a rapidly growing San Diego nonprofit, will host Del MargaritavilleTake2 fundraiser on October 1 from 3 p.m. till Sunset at the iconic Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center. Come enjoy the island vibe, good food catered by Seaside Market and margaritas by Crust Pizza. The happy hour event will feature music by steel drum band “Sounds of Paradise,” and the opportunity to buy vacation packages, local entertainment and one-of-a-kind art pieces. Support pro-bono legal and educational services for Ukrainian and Afghan refugees and qualified immigrants from around the world while enjoying cool drinks and panoramic ocean views from Del Mar’s historic landmark.

Idaho's biggest hospital system says the number of people needing flights out of Idaho for emergency abortions is up sharply since the state's abortion ban took effect.

A shelter program for homeless San Diegans dealing with inclement weather was activated.

The success of the medication semaglutide has ushered in a new era in weight loss treatment.

One of the founders of behavioral economics, who incorporated human quirks into the study of how people make economic decisions, has died. Daniel Kahneman was 90.

Troves of artifacts were stolen from Japan during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II. Over 20 pieces of looted items were found in the attic of a Massachusetts home.