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Countries have debated for decades whether to allow mining on the ocean floor, a potential trove of critical minerals. Now, a Canadian startup says it will move ahead, whether or not rules are in place.

Gretchen Rubin, host of the Happier podcast, explains the secret to happiness — and why knowing your personality type can help you make better decisions about what can bring you more joy.

KPBS found six San Diego-based artists who are emerging into the comic industry and are either selling, signing or schmoozing in or around the convention.

The 25 Canadians are accused of calling seniors in over 40 states, pretending to be their grandchildren and asking for bail money. Authorities warn such scams are getting increasingly sophisticated.

The migration route that connects West African nations with the Spanish Canary Islands remains the deadliest in the world, according to a Spanish aid organization.

Are you passionate about Jewish languages and cultures? Dive into the rich world of the Sephardic Jewish tradition through the Ladino language! Our new Ladino course is your gateway to exploring this beautiful, historic language while immersing yourself in the poetic expressions of Sephardic life. What You’ll Learn: Language Mastery: Build your Ladino vocabulary and grammar skills, enhancing your reading abilities with texts in both Latin alphabet and Hebrew Rashi script. Literary Exploration: Journey through the captivating world of Ladino poetry, from timeless ballads (romansas), religious komplas and folk songs to contemporary works by celebrated poets like Clarisse Nicoidski, Avner Perez, Margalit Matitiahu, Rita Gabbai Simantov, and more. Cultural Insight: Discover the deep cultural and historical context behind each poem, gaining a unique understanding of Sephardic heritage. Rashi Script Practice: In every class, you’ll have 10 to 15 minutes dedicated to reading exercises in the Hebrew Rashi script, helping you develop this specialized skill. Whether you have a basic command of Ladino or a background in Modern Spanish, this course is designed to enrich your knowledge and appreciation of this fascinating language and its poetic traditions. When: Tuesdays, October 29 – December 3, 10-11 a.m. PT. (12-1 p.m. CT, 1-2 p.m. ET, 6:00 p.m. in the UK, 7 p.m. in Central Europe). Cost: Early bird (available until Tuesday October 15) $210, Regular (after Tuesday October 15) $300 for 6 hourly sessions. Where: on Zoom Teacher: Dr Agnieszka August-Zarębska is an assistant professor in the Taube Department of Jewish Studies at the University of Wrocław, Poland. She has a degree in Spanish Studies, and her current research interests include contemporary Ladino poetry, contemporary literary translations into Ladino, and Sephardic children’s literature. She has also worked on critical editions of early 20th-century Judeo-Spanish literature. Please see our Events Calendar and Other Upcoming Events!

Investigators say there are likely no survivors in the deadly aircraft collision that occurred Wednesday evening above the icy waters of the Potomac river.

The FDA's proposed rule would take a large step in shedding light on the potential harm that formaldehyde can cause to the many Black women who typically use hair straightening products.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said Wednesday that President Trump is making a bold move by saying the U.S. will "own" Gaza and vowed to stand with Trump on the issue.

An organic seed company was distressed to learn it had marketed a GMO purple tomato by mistake. The incident raised alarm about the impact of new GMO plants.