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KPBS Midday Edition asked several San Diego climate activists to respond to the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report on mitigation of climate change released this week. After, votes are in for California’s 80th Assembly District special election, which will fill in the seat vacated by former Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez earlier this year. Later, the San Diego City Council established the city’s first privacy advisory board Tuesday. Plus, ride share and delivery drivers face a number of threats while on the road. A new report out today claims that the gig companies the drivers work for aren't doing enough to compensate the drivers when bad things happen to them. Finally, in a new podcast called “Border City” longtime San Diego border reporter Sandra Dibble reflects on the growth of Tijuana, the years it descended into violence, its renaissance in restaurants and business, its changing relationship to the US and San Diego.

Welcome to the Fantastical Fiction Forum! We discuss the best of classic and modern fantasy, horror, and science fiction in a friendly, inclusive group. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month. This month, we will discuss "The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet," by Becky Chambers. This hybrid program allows for virtual and in-person attendance. If you plan to attend in-person, we are meeting on the 5th floor of the library at the Travel Center, just to the right as you exit the bank of elevators. If you plan to attend virtually, you will receive a zoom link with your confirmation email when you sign up at the link provided. Please click the link provided for parking information and transportation options. For more information visit: sandiego.librarymarket.com

Bring the entire family and gather around One Paseo’s 30-foot tree as it lights up the sky during the annual tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 25 starting at 5 p.m. Look up at the adorning lights and feel the holiday cheer with live musical performances, snow falling from the rooftops, and a special appearance from Santa himself! For more information visit: onepaseo.com Stay Connected on Facebook

Siblings — especially twins — sometimes share the strangest traits, like throwing a ball with their head or picking up keys and crayons with their toes. Researchers want to know what's up with that.

So far, it is taking its toll on schools across San Diego County.

From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 3rd, bring your family to Del Mar Plaza for a professional photo with Santa as part of the Del Mar Village Association and Del Mar Plaza’s North Pole by the Sea celebration. Dress up the kids (or dogs!) and take your holiday photos in true Del Mar style, set against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. Kids can write and send letters to Santa before meeting the jolly old man himself. Reservations are $25 per family per session. Photos will be emailed instantly. Net proceeds from Santa Photos by the Sea will support Del Mar’s new 30’ holiday tree, including new lights, ornaments, and a tree topper. The proceeds will help DMVA ignite the essence of holiday joy and togetherness in the heart of Del Mar Village, ensuring that our cherished tradition continues to glow brighter than ever this season. For more information visit: delmarplaza.com Stay Connected on Facebook

If you like films, live music, connecting with your community or surf culture, consider yourself busy September 22-25 because you'll be at the 2nd annual Solento Surf Festival. Presented by Solento Organic Tequila and hosted by Taylor Steele, the 4-day Solento Surf Festival is a carefully curated, yet jam-packed lineup of film premieres, panel conversations, live music and surf competitions (friendly and not-so-friendly). Solento Surf Festival is brought to you by sponsors: Pedal Electric, Sun Bum, Yeti, Ting, GoPro, Dark Arts, Stab, Billabong, Alila Marea, and Pacifico. Profits from drink sales and surf competition entries will benefit charity partners Changing Tides Foundation and Sustainable Surf. SOCIALS: Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/solentotequila?lang=en IG: https://www.instagram.com/solento_tequila/

To win the Golden Globe Race, sailors compete solo using celestial navigation to find their way, and they are forced to battle high winds and rough seas without the use of any electronic equipment.

A new poll finds 80% of Gen Z youth feel anxious and overwhelmed about climate change. Also, San Diego is falling short of its goals to generate zero waste by 2040. Plus, students at Jacobs High Tech High in Liberty Station are using woodwork to learn about science and humanities.

Researchers at UCSD have created a pill-sized monitor that measures metabolism, showing results on a smartphone or laptop.