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A classroom in a bombed-out school has become a shelter for an extended family of 20 Palestinians. They fled Rafah after Israel's latest offensive in the southern Gaza city.

Join the San Diego Section of the American Nuclear Society for dinner with an exciting presentation and discussion on the role of nuclear energy and renewables in fighting climate change. The presentation by our section member Mehdi Sarram will start at 6 p.m. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlights the urgent situation faced by over 3.3 billion people who are highly vulnerable to climate change, emphasizing the need for immediate and impactful action. Central to this presentation is the exploration of nuclear power and various forms of renewable energy as pivotal solutions in the global effort to combat climate change. As the world's population is anticipated to reach 10 billion by 2050, the strategic shift from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources, particularly nuclear and renewables, is of utmost importance. The presentation will provide data on the efficiency and environmental impact of nuclear energy and renewable sources, covering aspects like CO2 emissions, capacity factors, mortality rates, and cost-effectiveness. The role of nuclear and renewable energies in mitigating recent environmental crises such as water scarcity and extreme weather events will also be a focus. Additionally, insights from the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai will be incorporated, highlighting global strategies involving nuclear and renewable energy. These insights will demonstrate the need for a shift in energy consumption patterns, especially among wealthier nations. About the Speaker | Mehdi Sarram is an esteemed nuclear engineer with a postgraduate degree from the University of Michigan (1967). His career began as a licensed Nuclear Reactor Operator with the US Atomic Energy Commission in 1963 and included a role as one of the Directors of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran. He also served as an Associate Professor at the University of Tehran until 1979. In 1981, Sarram joined the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna, before moving to the US in 1982 to work on various nuclear projects for companies like Raytheon, Duke Energy, and AREVA. His international experience includes working in ten countries and consulting for South Korea's KEPCO on the APR 1400 nuclear plant design. A 60-year member of the American Nuclear Society, Sarram was honored in 2023 for his contributions to the nuclear industry. He is the author of "Nuclear Lies, Deceptions, and Hypocrisies" (2015) and a regular lecturer on nuclear power and renewable energy at several universities and institutions. He has over 50 scientific publications to his name.

Oceanside Police have put out a public safety advisory after a string of attacks targeting homeless people.

"The Imaginary Amazon" is a group exhibition of contemporary and historical art and material culture exploring the topic of representations of the Amazon Rainforest region. Addressing themes including visual culture, history, ecology, extraction, cartography, botany, imperialism, Indigenous metaphysics, and the nature of representation itself, this exhibition includes artworks in different media by trained and self-taught artists, including Indigenous artists from the Amazon region and those who live outside it. Stay Connected on Instagram and Facebook Opening reception information:

Join the San Diego Padres in their three-game, three-day showdown against the Texas Rangers! Game Schedule Game One | Friday, July 28 2023 @6:40 p.m. Snellzilla Night - Celebrate bump day with a limited-edition Blake Snell "Snellzilla" figurine! Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Party in the Park: BeerFest - Calling all beer lovers! Enjoy live music and a pregame happy hour in Gallagher Square with $5 beer specials from your favorite local and national breweries. Presented by Southwest Airlines Game Two | Saturday, July 29 2023 @5:40 p.m. No game promotions. Game Three |Sunday, July 30 2023 @1:10 p.m. Bruce Lee Day - Join the Padres in paying tribute to Bruce Lee and our local Martial Arts programs. Tickets MUST be purchased through Padres.com/ThemeGames to receive the related item, available only while supplies last. Military Salute - Military Salute to the U.S. Marine Corps - 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 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 Kids Giveaway: Padres Sunglasses - Block the sun and channel your favorite player with these Padres Sunglasses, presented by Mission Fed Credit Union, which will be distributed to the first 8,000 kids in attendance ages 14 & under.

Join Techo Beso, on the rooftop of the AC Hotel San Diego Gaslamp, on Saturday, October 28th for an Angels and Demons Halloween Party. Techo Beso will deck out the rooftop in spooky decor and offer fun and festive specials throughout the night. Enjoy delicious craft cocktails, house music from the live DJ and a photo booth to take pictures with you and your friends. Make sure to come dressed in your best Halloween costume as there will be a spirited costume contest with a prize! Doors open at 8 p.m. and there is a $20 cover charge for entry. For more information visit: gaslamp.org Stay Connected on Facebook

The Escondido Arts Partnership operates the Escondido Certified Farmers’ Market on Tuesdays 2:30p.m. till sunset. Located at Juniper Street between Grand Ave and Valley Parkway at Heritage Garden Park in Downtown Escondido. Come over and visit the Escondido Farmers’ Market soon. Engaging with your community builds connections and creates hope. This is your place and the future is now. Support local agriculture and businesses. When we all work together, we do our best work. Looking forward to seeing you.

Nick Harkaway grew up hearing his dad read drafts of his George Smiley novels. He picks up le Carré's beloved spymaster character in the new novel, Karla's Choice.

Planning officials have long discussed improving public transit at the San Diego International Airport to help reduce nearby traffic, and their latest idea could cost billions of dollars. In other news, an analysis of this year’s devastating earthquakes in Turkey holds lessons for California, which is home to a very similar fault. Plus, Tijuana’s All-Star baseball team is representing Mexico in the Little League World Series.

Raising awareness and acknowledgement of the first peacetime all-black regiments in the regular U.S. Army after the end of the Civil War is the goal of a local cavalry troop and nonprofit organization. On July 28, 1866, Congress authorized six regiments of Negro slaves and free men, which consisted of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments, and the 38th, 39th, 40th and 41st Infantry Regiments. These men became known as, “Buffalo Soldiers.” The rich and historical legacy and accomplishments of these valiant soldiers will be on full display at the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the San Diego Chapter Buffalo Soldiers on June 30, 2023, at the Celebration Hall of the Vi and Joe Jacob Center in Lincoln Park. The public is invited to join the anniversary luncheon, enjoy exhibits of artifacts, and celebrate their contributions at this noteworthy event. An informative program is planned and special keynote speaker, Brigadier General Antoinette R. Gant, the first African American female, active-duty engineer promoted to the rank of general officer, will be in attendance. For more information visit: sandiegobuffalosoldiers.org