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The giant white marble boulders that line the Agos River just north of the Philippine village of Daraitan are sacred to the Indigenous Dumagat people. They use the boulders to perform rituals to ward off sickness and keep their village safe. If the Kaliwa Dam is built upriver, the Dumagat say these rocks will be destroyed to make way for the increased water flow.

The Philippines' capital is running out of water. Is building a dam the solution?

Officials say the Kaliwa Dam will help alleviate an impending water shortage in the capital that's being exacerbated by climate change. But the project is plagued with controversies and questions.

Palestinians in Gaza City — riding donkeys, driving cars and walking — flee northern Gaza on Friday after the Israeli army's warning to leave their homes and move south before an expected ground offensive.

Gazans flee their homes after an Israeli evacuation order but have few places to go

Israel's military dropped leaflets on Gaza's largest city Friday, urging roughly 1 million residents to move south for their own safety. But Gaza's borders are all closed, as conditions deteriorate.

Muffins with Mom @ My Gym Poway

Muffins with Mom (All Ages) 4mos to 10yrs Friday, May 12 from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Calling all moms, grandmas, aunts, or whomever your little one celebrates Mother's Day with! Come celebrate with your favorite teachers at My Gym Poway! Bring your little one to enjoy some great activities such as games, crafts, songs/dances, puppet shows - and don't forget the tasty goodies! We want to celebrate you and your kids in their favorite place! Time Slots: 9 - 10 a.m., 4 months to 5 years 10:15 - 11:15 a.m., 4 months to 10 years $30/child / 15% sibling discount! Space is limited so RSVP now! Hope to see you there! My Gym Poway, the Children's Fitness Center on Facebook / Instagram

Bar and pub trivia originated in England, but it's become a popular past time in the United States over the last twenty years.

Should phones be used at trivia nights? A D.C. cheating scandal begs the question

Smart phones at trivia night can make it easy to cheat. A cheating scandal shows it may be time to go back to pen and paper

West African Dance

Join the West African Dance class at Dance North County, on Sunday, Feb. 26 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Kara Mack teaches popular dance styles of African-American culture: Hip-Hop (90s), Majorette +Drum Major Vibes, Flag-Work, and Steppin’. Open for everyone to come enjoy and fellowship as we continue to shine a light on Black culture. https://africainamericallc.com/ Encinitas West African Dance on Facebook $15 per class

Anne Hamilton captures the moment outside a pop-up vaccine clinic in a park in Los Angeles, with two of her children, 11-year-old Katie and 4-year-old Jimmy. Hamilton spent 16 days searching for a vaccine for Jimmy, who needed the formulation for children under 5. She eventually found the shot at this temporary clinic run by the L.A. County Dept. of Public Health.

As winter nears, some parents are still searching for the new pediatric COVID shot

In LA and elsewhere, some parents are having trouble finding the new pediatric COVID shot, especially for those under 5. Not all pediatricians or pharmacies have it, even if vaccines.gov says they do.

Escondido’s Shop Small Spring Edition

Escondido has come together to Shop Small, not just during the holidays, but year-round, including this spring, prior to Mother’s Day, in the wonderful historic downtown district. MAGEC (Museums & Arts Growing Escondido Culture), Escondido Downtown Business Association, City of Escondido, and Visit Escondido are working together to provide a full day of shopping with discounts, special offers and prizes. Shop, eat, and explore downtown Escondido to discover pop-up artists – between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. – plus live music, special treats, sales, and discounts. Visit: https://www.downtownescondido.com/copy-of-shop-small Escondido Downtown Business Association on Facebook

This aerial photo depicts the sawmills of Lagos, Nigeria. The timber from the country's rainforests, some of the most heavily deforested in the world, are processed in this coastal city, polluting the lagoons.

Mercy me: Photos show what humans have done to the planet in the Anthropocene age

Anthropocene refers to the age of humans — the things we've done to Earth. Geologists just rejected a proposal to declare an official "Anthropocene epoch." But everyone agrees: Damage has been done.

Balboa Park Pow Wow with SDAIHC

San Diego American Indian Health Center’s Pow Wow is a celebration and showcase of Native American culture and traditions. Native singers, drummers, and dancers in their beautiful regalia from throughout the Southwest will gather in Balboa Park to practice their traditions and you’re invited to come and celebrate with us. Pow Wow’s are a spiritual experience for American Indians and an opportunity to preserve and pass on the customs and traditions which keep our Native heritage alive. Each day, the Pow Wow will showcase traditional activities such as Kumeyaay Bird Singing, Gourd Dancing, Inter-Tribal Dancing, and Honoring of community leaders. We will also be honoring figures from the Native community who have dedicated their lives to service. Date | Satuday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location | Balboa Park This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit sdaihc.org/powwow or contact Shurene Premo at (619) 209-9044.

Share the gift of science with a Membership to the Fleet Science Center

Share the gift of science with a Membership to the Fleet Science Center. You can choose just the right membership level for every science enthusiast on your list! Your gift membership helps the Fleet connect more than 300,000 people every year to the possibilities and power of science. Memberships start at $69 Visit https://www.fleetscience.org/support/membership 619-238-1233 Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram

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