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America's two largest supermarket chains have struck a $25 billion deal to combine. Now the FTC is about to decide whether it will block or allow it, and under what conditions.

Australian scientists confirm the mass bleaching, yet are hopeful the world's largest coral reef ecosystem can recover.

Premieres Tuesdays, July 18 - Aug. 1, 2023 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App. Celebrate Southern identity through the eyes of contemporary creators of literature, music, film and television, including authors Jesmyn Ward, Michael Twitty, Angie Thomas and David Joy; poets Jericho Brown and Natasha Trethewey; songwriters Jason Isbell, Lyle Lovett, Tarriona “Tank” Ball, Adia Victoria, Amanda Shires and Justin Moore; songwriter/screenwriter/actor Billy Bob Thornton and songwriter/actress Mary Steenburgen; and screenwriters Qui Nguyen and Michael Waldron.

He was tasked with ending abuse at a federal penitentiary in Illinois but says his own staff and Bureau of Prisons officials blocked his efforts.

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is sounding the alarm about the damage a government shutdown could do to the U.S. economy. "It's really reckless and will impose immediate harm," Yellen told NPR.

Demand for batteries has sent lithium prices soaring. But building new mines is controversial and time-consuming. So existing mines are hitting overdrive and boosting production as much as they can.

This month marks one year since Megan Piphus Peace joined the cast. She praises how the show discusses topics like race for children — and she herself is being inspired for a new chapter.

Join the San Diego Padres in their four-day, four-game showdown against the San Francisco Giants! Game Schedule Game One | Thursday, August 31 2023 @6:40 p.m. In game promotions: Portuguese Heritage Celebration - Celebrate Portuguese Heritage with a specialty themed Padres hat! Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Performance Snapback Giveaway - The first 40,000 fans in attendance will receive a Padres Performance Snapback, presented by San Diego Community Power. Using a breathable performance material, this hat is great for our active Padres fans! Presented by San Diego Community Power Game Two | Friday, September 1 2023 @6:40 p.m. In game promotions: Native American Heritage Celebration - Celebrate Native American Heritage with a specialty themed Padres hat! Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Presented by Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation Party in the Park: City Connect - Each Friday home game, players rep' the fan-favorite City Connect uniform. Swap out your brown and gold for pink and mint and get ready to kick off the weekend at our City Connect party! Enjoy drink specials starting at $5 and live music beginning at gates open until first pitch. Presented by Southwest Airlines Game Three | Saturday, September 2 2023 @5:40 p.m. In game promotions: Healthcare Appreciation Weekend - Celebrate with other healthcare professionals at Healthcare Appreciation Weekend and take home a limited-edition retractable badge reel. Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Childhood Cancer Awareness Day - The Padres will help raise awareness for childhood cancer. Kids Run the Bases - After the game, the fun keeps going! Kids ages 14 and under can run the bases. KidsFest - Families are encouraged to arrive when gates open for KidsFest, presented by SDG&E, to enjoy bounce houses and other inflatables, games, face painters, balloon artists and other kid-friendly activities in Gallagher Square. Presented by SDG&E Game Four | Sunday, September 3 2023 @1:10 p.m. In game promotions: Healthcare Appreciation Weekend - Celebrate with other healthcare professionals at Healthcare Appreciation Weekend and take home a limited-edition retractable badge reel. Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Military Salute to the U.S. Air Force, Space Force & Air National Guard - Every Sunday, the Padres will recognize and honor the men and women who serve our country. Active duty service members, Veterans and their families receive 25% off tickets on Sundays and 10% off all season long, available online through verification by GovX. Presented by USAA KidsFest - Families are encouraged to arrive when gates open for KidsFest, presented by SDG&E, to enjoy bounce houses and other inflatables, games, face painters, balloon artists and other kid-friendly activities in Gallagher Square. Presented by SDG&E Kids Run the Bases - After the game, the fun keeps going! Kids ages 14 and under can run the bases.

The U.S. Department of Energy is investing millions of dollars into two San Diego companies that are working on improving battery technology.

The longest strike in history by actors against film and TV studios has finally ended. SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher says there is a "new dawn."