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The Trump administration's efforts to end DEI programs is hitting some unexpected targets, including a nationwide effort planting shade trees in neighborhoods to reduce extreme heat.

The Canadian government did not share its reasons for the decision, but it follows an investigation that shed doubt on the Oscar-winning singer's claims of Indigenous roots.

Abdulwahab Omira escaped Syria's war with his family as a teenager. He recently returned as a Stanford graduate student and a budding entrepreneur, hoping to help jumpstart the country's tech industry.

A baby seal was rescued from the streets of downtown New Haven, lethargic and underweight. He is now recovering at a nearby aquarium, which hopes to eventually release him back into the ocean.

Hillcrest’s haunted Halloween dance party and costume competition is back! Nightmare on Normal will take over the Pride Flag Plaza at Normal and University on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.! With late night live entertainment, costume competitions (including a special pet contest for your furry, fuzzy, and feathery companions) outdoor bars, and the best people watching in all of San Diego - this is an event you won’t want to miss! Nightmare on Normal Street will feature a massive costume competition with over $2,000 in prizes, a gigantic dance party, a VIP area, vendors, and a monstrous bar! Dust off your brooms and bring out your best costume and cosplay! Eat, drink and be scary with our VIP pass, which includes access to our 21+ only VIP area, two complimentary cocktails, front-of-the-line access to get into the event, VIP only bar, and private restrooms. This event is open to all ages. If you wish to consume alcoholic beverages or purchase a VIP ticket you must show valid identification. Failure to produce identification may result in refusal of entry to the VIP area. All sales are final. Visit: https://www.fabuloushillcrest.com/nightmare-on-normal

Suggested Donation | General Admission: $100 Event time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory evening that transcends sight. Start with "Art in the Dark," where you'll explore art through sound, touch, and direct engagement with the artists. Move into the dining experience, savoring each dish through vivid descriptions, tantalizing aromas, and exquisite flavors. The night unfolds with storytelling, dancing, and gifting, offering a rich tapestry of experiences that engage all your senses. Pre-Event Artistic Engagement Add-on: $25 Event time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Arrive early for an intimate pre-event experience. Spend time with the artists, observing their creative process and engaging in conversation as they work. Enjoy light refreshments in this relaxed, interactive setting. This prelude enriches your evening, setting the stage for the immersive experiences to follow. This event underscores the beauty of inclusivity by showcasing key initiatives designed by, for, and with those who are blind or low vision, ensuring that people of all abilities can learn, grow, connect, and be celebrated for their unique talents and contributions. Join us in celebrating the transformative power of community, creativity, and inclusivity. This function will be co-sponsored by the University of San Diego’s Engineering Exchange for Social Justice, and Mulvaney Center for Community, Awareness and Social Action, along with GiftedBack.

Thailand's recent deportations of Uyghurs to China have eerie parallels with a large deportation in 2015, in which the country bowed to Beijing, writes historian Jeffrey Wasserstrom.

Based on Helen Thorpe's bestselling book, this documentary-style play follows four Latina teenage girls in Denver - two of who are documented and two who are not - through young adulthood. Their close-knit friendships begin to unravel when immigration status dictates the girls' opportunities, or lack thereof. When a political firestorm arises, each girl's future becomes increasingly complicated. Just Like Us poses difficult yet essential questions about what makes us American. "Just Like Us" is directed by Grossmont College Theatre Arts faculty member Walter Allen Bennett. This production will run November 21-23 & December 5-7, 2024. Visit: https://gcccd.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=36

Some schools and international students in the U.S. worry about what's to come in the incoming Trump administration. Meanwhile, a new report finds more international students in the U.S. than ever.

Each week some revelation about bird flu seems to flutter through the news cycle. Here's what the latest research is saying about how it is spreading and how to keep yourself and your pets safe.