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An elementary school in Yimianpo is now a storage yard. The number of children in the town has dropped by half and there are fewer than three births per 1,000 residents in the province — China's lowest rate.

Dr. Diane Kane will describe how new materials and computer aided drafting (CAD) have enabled construction of unusual, weird and wonderful structures in sometimes unbelievable locations. Lecture will also be available on Zoom. Contact bheckler@san.rr.com for Zoom link. Visit: https://sdscholars.org/

Hundreds of new Christmas songs are released every year, but each time December rolls around, the same small handful of classics races to the top of the charts. Will anything new ever break through?

An Israeli airstrike has struck Beirut for the first time since June.

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time to honor and remember those we have lost, and welcome them back to visit the land of the living. San Diego will hold several events and festivities to commemorate the tradition, and KPBS found a list of places you can attend and enjoy.

Rural school district superintendents are trying to find the best use of limited resources. Taking on the state's unmaintained buildings, they say, will only increase their burden.

CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss pulled a 60 Minutes segment on allegations of abuses at an El Salvador detention center where the Trump administration sent hundreds of Venezuelan migrants.

Welcome to Coffee & Focus: Career Moms Connect, your new essential morning session. This gathering is designed for career-driven mothers who are ready for actionable strategies and genuine peer support. The Mission: Strategies, Balance, and Connection Join us for career growth, work-life balance, and networking with local career moms. This is not a presentation or a large, impersonal networking mixer. This is a small, facilitated group designed for peer-to-peer strategy exchange where we build a trusted, local advisory circle. We help each other define boundaries, share successful tactics, and support ambition. Who Should Attend? This session is designed for any working mother who is serious about their professional growth and community. We welcome all career levels (from new professionals to senior leaders) and all industries. Why This Session is Essential for You: Actionable Takeaways: Each session is built around a specific, relevant challenge. You won't leave with vague advice. You'll leave with a concrete strategy identified and validated through collaborative discussion with your peers. The Power of Peer Support: Connect with other professional moms across various career levels and industries who truly understand the unique demands of your life. Come as a mentor or find your next trusted advisor. Cross-Industry Wisdom: The challenges of leadership, time management, and negotiation are universal. Gain fresh perspectives and solutions from leaders in tech, finance, marketing, and beyond. Respect for Your Time: This is a focused, morning meeting designed to boost your clarity and connection before your official workday begins. High impact, minimal time commitment. This Month's Focus: Setting Boundaries That Stick Topic: "Setting Boundaries That Stick: How to Protect Your Focus (and Your Sanity)" During this session, we will collectively exchange proven tactics for saying "no" professionally, scheduling non-negotiable time, and communicating capacity to reduce stress. You'll leave with one actionable strategy for implementing better work/life boundaries this week, validated by your peers. Visit: https://luma.com/hj5onnv4 Farmer & The Seahorse on Instagram and Facebook

Multi-GRAMMY ® Award Nominee David Arkenstone returns to California with his enchanting holiday concert "A Winter’s Eve" with David Arkenstone & Friends. Join David Arkenstone and his band of virtuoso musicians at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA) for this lively winter celebration of beloved holiday classics “reimagined,” joyfully blending world music, Celtic, cinematic, new age, and neo-classical crossover. David’s concerts captivate audiences each year with seasonal tunes from his treasured holiday albums "Celtic Christmas," "Christmas Lounge," and "Winterlude." Experience fan favorites of this magical season to delight and dazzle your holiday senses! David Arkenstone on Facebook / Instagram

In 1965, the world lived under a shadow — the threat of nuclear war, the iron grip of governments. But in the midst of fear, a different kind of revolution was born. It wasn’t fought with weapons — it was fought with songs. With electric guitars, pounding drums, and voices that refused to be silenced. A new generation unleashed a revolution of the human spirit. The music of 1965: It wasn’t just the soundtrack of a movement — it was the movement. Poway OnStage on Facebook / Instagram