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Michel Houellebecq is a controversial literary superstar. His new book, Annihilation, centers on a middle-aged Paris bureaucrat in a sexless marriage. It's slow to start, but still holds surprises.

Jackson made a cameo in the romantic comedy musical & Juliet on Saturday night. She told NPR: "I got a call, and someone said, 'We heard that this was your lifelong dream.' And it is."

Five juvenile Weedy Seadragons are making their public debut in Seadragons & Seahorses at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. These are some of the dozens that hatched at Birch Aquarium last March, marking a phenomenal success in the aquarium’s seadragon conservation efforts. “This moment is years in the making,” said Leslee Matsushige, Associate Curator. “Everything we were hoping to happen, happened. These seadragons show that the design of our display works!” Birch Aquarium at Scripps on Facebook / Instagram

The reopening of a uranium mine near the Grand Canyon has the Navajo Nation, and now Arizona's attorney general, questioning its safety.

King tides could bring even more flood risk later this month.

We invite you to celebrate the publication of Cameron Silver's new book & presentation of the demi-couture CAFTAN CAPSULE collection that he has designed. Join us for a luncheon presentation and book signing, which also includes an antique showroom visit and a historical, architectural tour of the Cal-a-Vie Health Spa with the opportunity to shop our beautifully curated fashion boutique! Date: Tuesday, August 27th, 2024. Please arrive by 11:45-12:15pm. Tickets will be held in your name at entrance. *Book is sold separately, your purchased book will be held in your name at the book signing. All sales final by August 20th, 2024. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Wireless gear shifting is a better way to change gears and it’s also a way for hackers to sabotage riders in competitive cycling.

The CV-22B Osprey crash killed eight Air Force Special Operations Command service members.

Jackson Design and Remodeling Design Center Seminar 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 (Check-in at 5 p.m.) Our lively and engaging home remodeling seminar, popular with San Diego homeowners for many years, is designed for people considering a major project such as a new home, whole home remodel, addition, kitchen, outdoor living space. Meet our team in person, including our company president, senior designers and architects, while you learn about the design build process and see an inspiring array of design ideas for your home. Wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Visit: https://www.jacksondesignandremodeling.com/design-seminars-san-diego/ Follow JDR on Facebook | Instagram

Hola Amigoooooos! Port of Entry has a fresh new season for you with more rich stories from our border region. This time around, we are spotlighting Shapers and Visionaries of the borderlands. Stories of people who are impacting the region- and in some cases the world- with their work and research. From urbanism to architecture, education and politics to art and robotics! Come and join us! New season drops April 17th! Nos vemos pronto! @portofentrypod ************** Social media and contact From KPBS, “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/portofentrypodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/portofentrypod Support our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift. If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show or email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. Credits Hosts: Alan Lilienthal and Natalie González Writer/Producer: Julio C. Ortiz Franco Technical Producer/Sound Designer: Adrian Villalobos Editor: Elma Gonzalez Lima Brandao Episodes translated by: Natalie González and Julio C. Ortíz Franco Director of Audio Programming and Operations: Lisa Morrisette-Zapp This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people