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A local author takes readers into the life of a honey bee, showing the importance of these busy pollinators.

The new Apple TV+ show starring Alexander Skarsgård features a mix of special effects-laden action, deadpan humor and social commentary. It deserves a big audience.

The refugees were admitted to the U.S. after an executive order from President Trump, and under an expedited and unconventional process for the U.S. refugee resettlement program.

La noticia de que la Iglesia católica tendría su primer papa nacido en Estados Unidos fue bien recibida por católicos de todo el espectro ideológico en la patria del papa León XIV, lo que lleva a preguntarse si él podría aliviar algunas de las profundas divisiones en sus filas.

El gobernador Gavin Newsom instó el lunes a los gobiernos locales de California a despejar los campamentos de personas sin hogar, intensificando los esfuerzos del estado para prohibir el creciente número de campamentos improvisados en las aceras y parques.

"Light in Darkness" Opening Reception: A Unique Celebration of Art, Community, and Mental Health Mental Wellness for Artists (MWA) presents "Light in Darkness," opening Saturday, September 14, from 4–7 p.m. at Expressive Arts @ 32nd & Thorn. This signature exhibition features an exceptional roster of artists whose works illuminate the complexities of mental health through the transformative power of art. Featured Artists --------- Connie Bandera, Katie Carrion, Manuel Ceniceros, Sheena Rae Dowling, Adrian Huth, Bob Leathers, Michelle Lubin, Galina Marcus, James McKinney, Cheryl Nickel, Giancarlo Ruiz, Galina Semenova, Andrés Torres, John Thomas Wood, PhD Curator --------- Blanca Lucia Bergman, MBA Highlights --------- • Mental Health Art Exhibition: Featuring a diverse collection of works that explore and promote mental health. • Guided Tours: Gain insight into the artists' stories and creative processes. • Create and Exhibit Studio: An interactive space where attendees can create their own art. • Guest Speaker: Hear from an inspiring mental health expert. • Music: Enjoy music curated by local music artists and mental health advocates. • Light in Darkness Group Activity: A special interactive experience. • Gourmet Offerings: Savor a selection of delicious bites throughout the evening. Discover art that opens conversations about mental health and celebrates the power of creative expression. We look forward to welcoming you! Visit: https://sandiegoartdirectory.com/directory/light-in-darkness/ Mental Wellness for Artists on Instagram

California is one of the few states with building codes for wildfire protection, because using fire-resistant materials helps homes survive. Now, more than 500 additional homeowners rebuilding after Los Angeles' Eaton Fire are being required to use them.

Native San Diegans showed us how plants can build and heal. Their medicines continue to this day.

"Convergence" by Duke Windsor brings together two distinct artistic styles—textured urban abstracts and realistic alleyway scenes—to explore the raw beauty and hidden stories of city life. Through layers of paint, rich textures, and touches of gold leaf, Windsor captures the interplay between gritty urban surfaces and the vibrant experiences they reflect. His detailed alleyway paintings, inspired by thousands of photographs, contrast with expressive abstract works, revealing the unseen narratives within our built environment. Convergence invites viewers to consider the ways our cities shape us, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the ever-evolving landscapes we call home. The exhibition will be on view from March 8 – May 4, with an opening reception on March 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

About this Program The attack on Israel by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023 opened a new chapter in the turbulence history of the post-Ottoman Levant. A low-grade war between Hezbollah in Lebanon and Israel begun on Oct. 8, 2023 exploded in September 2024 with devastating effect on both Hezbollah and the Lebanese population and infrastructure. Shifting power balances in the Levant and beyond contributed to the unexpectedly sudden collapse of the seeming impregnable Assad regime after 14 years of civil war. To understand the outlines of any potential emerging orders in Syria and Lebanon it is crucial to understand the history and forces driving today’s fragmented, yet interrelated Levant. Michael Provence, a specialist in modern middle eastern history, will present via Zoom the broad historical context in which recent developments in Syria & Lebanon have occurred. He will discuss the late Ottoman period, the colonial & post-colonial periods in the Levant, the emergence of Israel, the rise of Assad, the fall of Lebanon into civil war, and the emergence of Hezbollah - including its role as a proxy/client of Iran. A Q&A session will follow his presentation. Free to members & the public, available via Zoom. Pre-registration required. About Michael Provence Michael Provence teaches modern Middle East history, focusing on the 20th-century Arab East. He received a B.A in History from U.C. Berkeley in 1994 and a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 2001. During 2017-2018 he was Chercheur Résident (Research Fellow in Residence), Institut d’Etudes Avancées de Nantes, France. In 2010-11 and 2014, Provence was an Alexander von Humboldt fellow at the Zentrum Moderner Orient in Berlin, Germany. In 2024-25, he is a visiting professor at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. He is the author of two books and many articles. The books are "The Great Syrian Revolt and the Rise of Arab Nationalism" (2005) and "The Last Ottoman Generation and the Making of the Modern Middle East" (2017). Both available in Arabic and Turkish. Provence lived and studied over the course of many years in several Middle Eastern countries, particularly Syria and Lebanon, between 1998 and 2006. He returns as often as possible.