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Climate change is heating oceans faster than the world's coral reefs can handle. So scientists are breeding corals that can withstand hotter temperatures – but only to a point.

As the World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos, the charity Oxfam has issued its annual report on wealth, poverty and inequality. It makes some bold assertions. But there are skeptics.

The Maine Superior Court has sent back the secretary of state's decision to remove Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot. The court says it's waiting on the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in.

A year after Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow met, both of their spouses and two of Vallow's children were dead. On Saturday, Daybell was handed down the death penalty in the murders of the children and his first wife.

Come and explore the gorgeous natural blue of indigo in this perfect-for-summer workshop. Students will learn a range of shibori dye resist processes in this hands-on, creative workshop, including tegumo (spiderweb), ori nui (stitched), and itajime (clamped) shibori methods. We will be using a natural indigo vat to dye a bamboo scarf and better understand the process and symbiotic relationship with indigo dye and this traditional textile surface design. Note: Materials fee of $10 should be paid at the start of class to the instructor Students will acquire the basic techniques to continue their journey into creating beautiful, unique textiles. This class is appropriate for ages 12+ years old.

Louisiana’s governor signed a controversial bill that will make his state the first to allow surgical castration for people found guilty of certain sex crimes against children.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at SDSU is a non-profit education program designed for adult learners aged 50 and better who want to fuel their passion for learning, develop new interests, and share a forum for friendship and socialization. Each year, Osher hosts intellectually stimulating classes, interest groups, local trips, and special events for our members. Join us to kick off the Fall 2023 term at Osher at San Diego State University. Opening remarks will be given by the SDSU Interim Provost, Dr. William Tong. Closing remarks will be given by the SDSU President, Dr. Adela de la Torre. We will also be joined by the new SDSU Global Campus Dean, Ian Gibson. Global Campus and Osher staff will also be available to answer questions and assist with registration. Located at Extended Studies Center 2nd floor For more information visit: ces.sdsu.edu

The United Nations' highest court opens historic hearings Monday into the legality of Israel's 57-year occupation of lands sought for a Palestinian state.

USC announced the cancellation of a keynote speech by filmmaker Jon M. Chu just days after making the choice to keep the student valedictorian, who expressed support for Palestinians, from speaking.

A panel of climate and policy experts said new policies and technologies have reduced projections of global warming.