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“The formula that took Ross from Weehawken, NJ to the White House is a good one for anyone who aspires to achieve.” — Deborah Norville, New York Times bestselling author and anchor of Inside Edition Learn all the secrets behind the amazing trajectory of former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, named one of Bloomberg’s 50 most influential people in global finance. In his new book, Risks and Returns: Creating Success in Business and Life, Wilbur chronicles not only his journey to the top, but also shares tips on how he remained there. Join us at the Georgina Cole Library to learn his inside strategies, tips, and mindset needed for success in business and in life. Registration Registration for this event is not required, as it is free and open to the public. However, copies of Risks and Returns are available for pre-sale below and will be delivered to the event for signing. Books will also be available for purchase and signing at the event. Visit: https://adventuresbythebook.com/calendar-event/wilbur-ross-8-15-24/ Adventures by the Book on Instagram and Facebook

The IRC in San Diego presents… A Taste of the IRC Thursday | October 17, 2024 | The BRICK at Liberty Station, San Diego, CA Doors open at 6 p.m. | Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Year over year, San Diego's Taste of the IRC brings the community together to learn about the life-changing impact of the IRC's resettlement, safety and wellness, and economic empowerment programs. This event celebrates and uplifts the rich tapestry of local refugee and immigrant stories, businesses, and experiences, adding to the vibrant culture of San Diego. You will hear from IRC community partners, leadership, and staff working throughout San Diego about our essential work that spearheads opportunity for refugee communities to thrive. Join us for our signature fundraising event, featuring 'tastes' from around the world, to raise critical funds to support IRC services for refugees, asylum-seekers, and immigrants.  Self-parking is free and readily available. Business casual attire. INTERESTED? For interested sponsors, please review our Sponsorship Packages and email taste@rescue.org. For interested volunteers, please contact taste@rescue.org to sign up. International Rescue Committee on Instagram and Facebook

Officials involved in Jan. 6 prosecutions say the Trump administration isn't protecting them from threats. "We don't think they'll care — unless and until one of us gets killed," an official told NPR.

"What the hell just happened to my future?" — that's the immediate thought for many people when they learn a fire has destroyed their home, says consumer advocate Annie Barbour.

Trump has slapped 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico — and an additional 10% tax on Chinese goods. Americans are likely to see higher prices on a wide variety of products as a result.

They're pushing for more funding to find effective treatments. Researchers are finally starting to make headway but have a way to go.

San Diego County announced a lawsuit Thursday against Google, SnapChat, YouTube, TikTok and Meta — the parent company of Instagram and Facebook. It alleges their conduct constitutes a public nuisance.

San Diego County's unemployment rate decreased slightly in November to 4.6% from a revised 4.7% in October, but above the year- ago estimate of 4.3%, according to figures released Friday by the state Employment Development Department.

The Library of Congress has given Mac Barnett the job of promoting books and reading to kids across the country. His plan is to focus on picture books.

For the first time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a coalition after his party was humbled in its traditional stronghold of the Hindi-speaking belt of northern India.