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China scholar Michael Beckley says China is engaged in the largest military buildup since World War II, and is being increasingly aggressive with its Asian neighbors and with the U.S.

Ghosts and mermaids and sharks oh my! Haunted Aquarium Returns! Meet slimy sea creatures, learn about mysterious animals from the sea, and get up close with spooky science in this family-friendly event! Admission includes access to all aquarium exhibits as well as treat bags, and Halloween fun - a “kelp” maze, costume showcase, music and more. We hope to sea you there in your favorite ocean-themed costume! When: October 22, 23, and 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $25 for members and $30 for the general public. Tickets go on sale starting September 1. Children ages 2 and under are free, and children under 16 must be accompanied by a paid adult. General admission aquarium tickets cannot be used for Haunted Aquarium. Capacity is limited to allow for social distancing and the event is anticipated to sell out. Protective face coverings are required for all guests ages 2 and up regardless of vaccination status. Face coverings are also required with all Halloween costumes. Visit aquarium.ucsd.edu for reservations and more information including details about the latest safety guidelines.

As a first step to early treatment, health workers who speak Haitian Creole are teaching people in Little Haiti how to test themselves for HPV, the virus that causes half of all cervical cancers.

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is waiting at its launch site, after years of repeated delays and cost overruns. At one point, the giant new observatory was threatened with cancellation.

North Coast Repertory Theatre is ringing in the new season with Mark St. Germain’s entertaining and charming Dancing Lessons. Two highly offbeat neighbors, a Broadway dancer and a science professor, forge an unexpected friendship as they face physical and emotional challenges. Filled with laughs and the intricacies of the human condition, we witness their journey of discovery and personal triumph as they come to realize that sometimes the most profound experiences can occur when least expected. DIrected by Richard Baird. Dancing Lessons will be extending their season through October 10 following the next schedule: • Wednesdays at 7 p.m. • Thursdays, Fridays at 8 p.m. • Wednesday, September 29 at 2 p.m. • Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. • Sundays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Location | North Coast Repertory Theatre Get tickets here! • Previews: $54 • Week nights, Wednesday and Saturday matinees: $60 • Saturday night and Sunday matinee: $65 • Sunday night: $57 Seniors, Students, Military and Educators get $3 off admission. For more information, please visit northcoastrep.org or call (858) 481-1055.

The monthlong extension comes as the CDC said it would work on a "revised policy framework for when, and under what circumstances, masks should be required in the public transportation corridor."

Ten years ago today, NASA's Curiosity Mars rover successfully commenced its mission to explore the possibility of life on mars. Here's what it has discovered.

A third of Pakistan is under water from catastrophic flooding. Nowshera, in northwestern Pakistan, has managed to avoid the worst losses — thanks in part to the efforts of a local official.

The campus reported nearly 500 new cases of COVID-19 among the student body. The new omicron variant was detected "in a significant number" of positive tests, the university said.

"Easing Your Mind About COVID-19 And The Delta Variant" It is easy to feel overwhelmed and confused right now; it seems that new information and updates are coming in rapidly, and we are in a constant state of change. Dr. Georgine Nanos is here to help us ease our stress and see the light at the end of the tunnel. She is a board-certified family physician specializing in epidemiology (the science of how diseases are spread), making her an expert source for information regarding COVID-19. Dr. Nanos will be answering many of the frequently asked questions about COVID-19, the Delta variant, going over how to maintain positive mental health and protect ourselves. Visit https://www.ljcommunitycenter.org/wcHer Bio: Dr. Georgine Nanos is a board-certified family physician with advanced training in epidemiology and public health. She founded Kind Health Group to bring an exceptional level of care to all her patients. She believes listening to each story and building a deep personal connection is the most rewarding part of medicine and the best way to get to the root cause of many complex medical issues. Dr. Nanos has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and has expertise in treating various medical conditions in patients of all ages. She also serves as a medical contributor to numerous local and national TV, radio, and print media outlets.