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Since 2011, a fleet of seaweed patches double the size of the contiguous U.S. has cycled from West Africa to Florida, threatening beaches from Martinique to Miami. This year, it could grow bigger.

NPR's official Twitter feeds have gone silent. The news organization cites the social media platform's decision to question NPR's editorial independence through a series of inaccurate labels.

Join us for a tour of the solar system narrated by the Fleet’s resident astronomer. Journey through the cosmos with us as we explore a new topic each month. Presentations begin with the latest news in the fields of Space Science and Astronomy, followed by an exploration of the night sky as it looks on the day of the event and closing with the topic of the month. February's The Sky Tonight presentation will be all about Constellations of the Southern Sky. Did you know that there are constellations that cannot be seen from San Diego? Some constellations can only be seen from the southern hemisphere of the Earth. Join us to learn about the constellations of the southern sky. Celebrate San Diego Museum Month learning about space and astronomy at the Fleet! Date | Wednesday, February 2 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location | Online Get tickets here! The Fleet is proud to offer flexible ticket fees from $0 to $20 for this special virtual event. Please consider purchasing a ticket in any of these categories to support the Fleet Science Center. For more information, please visit fleetscience.org/events/sky-tonight or call (619) 238-1233.

The Fleet Science Center offers Science Clubs for grades 5-8! Investigate exciting science topics on the second weekend of each month. Each session will be filled with new challenges, hands-on activities that can be done using materials found in your home and has challenges for students of all ages. Through this program students will explore an array of fields including biology, chemistry, engineering, environmental science, physics, robotics and much more! Saturday Science Club for Girls is held the second Saturday of the month from Noon to 2 p.m. for girls in grades 5 to 8. (Note: Sunday Science Club is held the second Sunday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday classes are co-ed for grades 5 to 8. ) Register now at www.fleetscience.org/events/science-clubs

Democrat Abrams ran for governor 4 years ago but narrowly lost to Republican Brian Kemp. This year, she lost by a larger margin. Analysts are uncertain whether it was her message or political party.

X-STEM San Diego is an IN-PERSON conference for middle through high school students designed to empower and inspire kids about careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Attendees will be inspired by presentations from leading STEM role models, participate in Q&A sessions, learn by doing in hands-on workshops, interact with students from all over the county, and have fun while learning about exciting career opportunities in STEM! Registered attendees and school groups will be assigned to view two stage presentations and one hands-on workshop.

Join Biocom California Institute for a virtual, interactive career exploration symposium to learn all about California’s vibrant life sciences industry, as well as about the thousands of different types of jobs available, not all of which require a background or degree in science. This free, half day event is open to veterans of all stages of transition with interest in exploring the most pressing needs of the life science industry, as well as key trends that are driving talent acquisition. Featuring: • Panel of top industry representatives from the four main categories of life science companies providing overviews of how they contribute to the industry. • Overview of Workforce Trends Report/careers in life science • Insights from a CEO who went from the US Army to the C-Suite • Breakout sessions with HR Professionals; “Tips and Tricks for Landing a Job in Life Sciences.” Our post-Symposium virtual happy hour will allow you to network and connect directly with life sciences professionals, Veterans and educators from college programs that serve veterans. Be the first to hear about Biocom Institute’s upcoming 2022 Military Fellowship program and hear success stories from past participants. Date/Location: Oct. 26, 2021 @1:00-4:00pm Virtual Zoom Link Register Today! https://www.biocom.org/EventDetail/?event=Veterans-Symposium-2021

At the center of two cases to be argued over two days is Section 230, which provides tech companies a legal shield over what users post online.

Are you still paying $4 or more for a pint of kombucha?! Learn to make it for pennies a pint at home! This class will cover how to make delicious kombucha safely at home, including secondary flavoring and carbonation Includes your own SCOBY and a take-home swing-top bottle of seasonal kombucha! Date | Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 11am Location | At a private urban garden oasis in Normal Heights, zip 92116 (exact address upon registration) Purchase tickets here! $59-$113 LEARN: We'll explain fermentation and have a brief discussion about the benefits of making and eating fermenting foods, and the history and science of kombucha DEMO: We'll show you how easy it is to start making fermented foods yourself at home! We'll demo the techniques for brewing kombucha and also flavoring & carbonating it! TASTE: We'll have a variety of various homemade kombucha flavors to sample DO IT YOURSELF: Roll up your sleeves and make your very own bottle of kombucha with seasonal flavors. We'll be sipping on Babe high-alcohol kombucha (if you've made at least 21 trips around the sun, that is.) For further information on this event please visit website: https://fermentersclub.com/shop/kombucha-workshop-san-diego/

Scientists are finding that Western wildfires can have far-reaching impacts. If they're burning while Central U.S. thunderstorms are forming, the rain and hail can be dramatically more destructive.