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President Biden has been receding from the spotlight as the campaign marches on. But he still holds the highest office in the land for another four months and he's trying to make the most of it.

Join the North County Climate Change Alliance and Surfrider Foundation’s San Diego Chapter online for a deep dive into microplastics with Matt Simon, science writer for Wired magazine and author of "A Poison Like No Other: How Microplastics Corrupted Our Planet and Our Bodies". There is no charge for this online event, but please register in advance. Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link along with additional details. This will also enable us to inform you if there are any last-minute announcements, instructions, or other information. Thank you! About Matt Simon Matt Simon has been a science writer at Wired magazine since 2011. His focus includes biology, robotics, climate change, and microplastic pollution. Matt was the creator of Wired’s Absurd Creature of the Week column, which ran from September 2013 to March 2016. This was turned into the weekly web video series Absurd Creatures. In April 2020, it was adapted into the hit Netflix series Absurd Planet. In 2017, Matt received an Alex Award for his book, The Wasp That Brainwashed the Caterpillar: Evolution’s Most Unbelievable Solutions to Life’s Biggest Problems, which cataloged the strangest creatures on Earth. His second book, Plight of the Living Dead: What Real-Life Zombies Reveal About Our World—and Ourselves, explored the science of how parasites mind-control their hosts. Matt attended UC Davis and holds an A.B. in English, Communications. For more information visit: volunteer.surfrider.org Stay Connected on Facebook

An address on the legacy of Regents of the University of California v Bakke, the seminal 1978 case that upheld race-based affirmative action programs in education, recently overturned by SFFA v Harvard. Louis Menand is the Lee Simpkins Family Professor of Arts and Sciences and the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor of English at Harvard University. He has contributed to The New Yorker since 1991, and has been a staff writer since 2001. His book The Metaphysical Club was awarded the 2002 Pulitzer Prize for history and the Francis Parkman Prize from the Society of American Historians. His book "The Free World: Art and Thought in the Cold War" was published in 2021 and named a notable book of the year by the New York Times Book Review. In 2016, he was awarded the National Humanities Medal by President Barack Obama. This event made possible by CWSL’s Dean and Professor Robert K. Castetter and Marjorie B. Castetter Fund.

The encounter is an out-of-this-world example of right place, right time — as Mars zips past Jupiter, Earth will be in the perfect spot to see the two planets look as if they are within arm's reach.

We've gathered examples from across the NPR Network of how we can change the food we grow to support climate goals.

An international group of researchers has voted to modify the scientific names of more than 200 plant species whose names carry a derogatory word.

ICA San Diego is pleased to invite you to the launch of our Interface season of exhibition, focusing on the theme of Art & Science. This year, we will present six exhibitions that invite audiences to consider how art can mediate, translate, and expand the relationship between humans and the science of everyday life. Please join us for an evening in celebration of SUPERFLEX. The Danish art collective is presenting their work across the ICA San Diego / North campus with their new exhibition, Beyond the End of the World. Food and drinks will be available for purchase; members receive free drink tickets. Event schedule: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Ongoing Activities Food and beverages for purchase by Nono José Empanadas, Sundrop Coffee, Topo Chico, Curious Elixirs (non-alcoholic), and mulled wine for the cool winter evening. 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Family Activity Imagine a world underwater! Use clay to create your own underwater scene inspired by the SUPERFLEX exhibition. 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Artists in Conversation ICA San Diego Curator, Jordan Karney Chaim, moderates a lively discussion with SUPERFLEX artist Jakob Fenger, architect Teddy Cruz, and environmental activist Adam Aron, about the intersections between climate activism, civic infrastructure, art, and power. 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Live Music Performance Groove to the talents of Shawn De Lacy, bringing the serendipitous sounds of the saxophone, incorporating electronic instrumentation into his unique live performance in the ICA San Diego garden. * Parking limited, additional parking can be found at The Grauer School (1500 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024), parking available from 4-7pm only. Parking is not available on the east side of S El Camino Real. **Please note shorter hours for the winter weather. RSVP to attend for FREE Related links ICA San Diego: website | Instagram | Facebook

Meet New York Times Bestselling Author & Illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky as she shares her newest nonfiction book for children What’s Inside a Bird’s Nest? at a series of story time events across the SDPL system. Perfect for young nature fans in grades K‑3, this title includes gorgeous images and interesting facts for bird enthusiasts! The Library Shop SD presents this story time series, which is FREE and open to all. A book signing will follow each presentation. March 13: 10 a.m. at the City Heights/Weingart Branch Library 2 p.m. at the Mission Valley Branch Library 4 p.m. at the Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library March 14: 11 a.m. at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library About the Book: Want to learn more about the bird that chirps outside your window? Ignotofsky crafts a perfect read out loud with a touch of humor and compassion for our friends with wings in the sky! Find out more from the moment they hatch, to how they create their homes in this perfectly detailed and soon-to-be springtime favorite read! Rachel Ignotofsky’s beautiful, distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about birds, eggs, and nests in this nonfiction picture book series. About the Author: Rachel Ignotofsky is the author and illustrator of many nonfiction books, including the New York Times bestseller Women in Science and The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth. Rachel grew up in New Jersey on a healthy diet of cartoons and pudding. After graduating from Tyler School of Art and Architecture, she began creating illustrations that make learning exciting. Rachel hopes this book will inspire kids to ask questions about their world and to explore science and nature! Stay Connected with Rachel Ignotofsky! Facebook | Instagram | X

Older homes are the only ones many Americans can afford, but they are costly to fix and maintain, especially for seniors. A patchwork of programs to help are underfunded and have years-long waitlists.

In an effort to address its shrinking population and aging work force, over 15 years, China will raise the retirement age for men to 63, and for women to 55 or 58 years depending on their jobs.