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Colleges are recognizing the importance of this growing pool of potential students.

Actor Gene Hackman died of heart disease a full week after his wife died from hantavirus in their New Mexico hillside home, authorities revealed Friday.

At least 9,000 people have been forcefully evicted from a riverside community in Nigeria's most populous city, Lagos. Like many waterfront communities across the city, it has faced multiple threats and been targeted by luxury real estate developers.

Heavy snow and freezing rain has brought widespread disruption across the U.K., with several major airports forced to suspend flights and many key roads in the north of England unnavigable.

JAR Senior Club (JSC), the first senior club in San Diego dedicated to bringing together seniors and local community resources at no cost to individuals 64 years old and older, will host the 3rd annual JSC Wellness Event during Long-Term Care Awareness Month on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2340 East 8th St. National City CA 91950. Admission is free to all seniors and community members. JSC expects to draw over 200 attendees. The event will feature community resource booths, activities, music and entertainment, fashion show, food and refreshments, raffle prizes and more. JSC will award special recognition to those 85 years and older and a salute to senior veterans. The office of San Diego District Attorney and office of Chula Vista Mayor John McCann along with National City Mayor Ron Morrison and Vice Mayor Ditas will be present to speak on elder abuse and senior care. “The holiday season can sometimes bring feelings of sadness, especially for older adults who may reflect on how quickly time has passed or feel the absence of loved ones more deeply during this time of year,” said JSC Founder Angel Ogapong. “Having been the primary caregiver for my grandparents, I recognize the importance of encouraging seniors to stay proactive in their care for long-term health, which includes making sure they are knowledgeable on the valuable resources that are available to them.” Founded by San Diego native Angel Ogapong, JSC aims to provide seniors with a sense of belonging through community, engagement, education and health and wellness. JSC also assists seniors in navigating Medicare benefits and connecting them with additional resources they may not be aware of, all at no cost. Tagalog and Spanish translators will be available to assist. The San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) will be present to provide resources for low-income seniors. The Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC), the only organization throughout the county that offers mental health services for seniors, will also be available. Community partner American Medical Response (AMR) will provide free healthcare screenings for attendees. Local nonprofits including the National City Chamber of Commerce, Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater San Diego, National Latina Business Women Association San Diego, San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Olongapo City Bayanihan Club and Silayan Filipina will be at the event. JSC is currently seeking community partners and local vendors for the event. For more information, contact JSC Founder Angel Ogapong at Angel.ogapong@jaragent.com Visit: https://patch.com/california/san-diego/calendar/event/20241123/7c6f5b8e-1a65-4cd0-8611-ebc16d0fe65b/jar-senior-club-hosts-3rd-annual-senior-wellness-event-during-long-term-care-awareness-month

Syria's new rulers faces one of their first serious challenges: bread lines. For Syrians, the long wait is a struggle — but for some, bread is a business opportunity.

Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede has framed today's vote as a "fateful choice." Polls show most support independence from Denmark, but the speed and timing of such a move are matters of debate.

The most fatalities were in Missouri. Forecasters warned that tornadoes, hail and violent winds continue to threaten states in the Deep South, from Louisiana to Georgia.

The Australian crypto entrepreneur now hosts chats with world leaders. "If [he] is sharing a story, there's a good chance that U.S. policymakers are reading it — and acting on it," said one analyst.

In polls and focus groups, Trump voters say they want the government to do something about big medical bills. It's a big change from 5 years ago, pollsters say, and may not be on Trump's agenda.