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The two major Japanese automakers are discussing a merger. Here is what to know, from the reasons why they are doing this to how it could impact you.

Fresh Air's film critic takes stock of the past 12 months' worth of movies, pairing 10 of his favorites, and picking one that stands alone.

It's looking like 2024 will be the hottest year since record-keeping began, unseating 2023 for the top spot. Climate change is playing a role, and scientists say it was even hotter than expected.

Generative AI is making it easier for fraudsters to dupe people, now more than ever. Protect yourself from scams this holiday season with these five tips.

Fabio Ochoa, one of Colombia's legendary drug lords and a key operator of the Medellin cartel, has been deported back to the South American country, where he has walked free.

A huge crowd gathered at UC San Diego Wednesday afternoon to call for a cease-fire in Gaza. In other news, the federal government is tightening the standards for acceptable amounts of soot pollution in the air, and the rules could push San Diego out of compliance with clean air laws. Plus, San Diego State University had a special ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday, to officially open its new River Park in Mission Valley.

The 78-year-old former president was discharged from a Washington hospital on Tuesday and will be home for Christmas after he was admitted the day before with a fever.

Outdoor concert on Shelter Island at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. For more information visit: humphreysconcerts.com

The heart-pumping electronic DJ duo Louis the Child performs a daytime show at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, with support of Whethan, Wavedash and Daniel Allan. Please note: this is a rental event presented by AEG/Goldenvoice; the San Diego Symphony does not appear on this concert. For more information visit: theshell.org

Balboa Park is home to desert plants from around the world. Some are strikingly beautiful in their symmetry, while others appear alien looking. Each has found ways to survive in arid environments where most life forms are unable to thrive. This tour focuses on the clever adaptations and beauty of many fascinating cacti and succulents in the recently revitalized Kate O. Sessions Cactus Garden. Forever Balboa Park offers thematic park tours that focus on the park’s unique biodiversity and highlight the park’s horticultural wonders on the second Saturday of each month. Led by park volunteer and horticultural enthusiast Bill Edwards, the free tours leave from the Visitors Center at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Walks last 1.5 to 2 hours and are typically less than 1 mile on level terrain. It is advised that potential attendees contact the Balboa Park Visitors Center prior to the scheduled walk to determine if there are any last-minute changes or cancellations to the tours. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram