The first day of 2026 turned out to be one of the top 15 rainiest days ever in San Diego, according to data that goes back to 1939. ☔ San Diego got a month’s worth of rain to start the new year. More than 2 inches of rain fell at San Diego’s airport between midnight and early Thursday afternoon, which is more than the area would normally get in the typical entire January (1.98 inches). The system is moving out, however, with slight chances for light scattered showers for the rest of Thursday aft

My son, born and raised in China, just took his first English test at his state school. The results surprised many who assume that bilingualism is an automatic inheritance. It's not. Language mastery isn't a genetic gift; it's a skill built through study and practice. His journey is his own—a path paved by his hard work. #chinalife #lifeinchina #familytime #china #english

Engüzek Kalesi is a medieval fortress located in today’s Kahramanmaraş region, built on a high and rugged hill for maximum defensive advantage. It was first used in the Byzantine period and later became an important stronghold during the Seljuk and Mamluk eras, especially due to its position on key military and trade routes between Anatolia and Syria. The steep terrain made it naturally fortified, while its walls and watch points were designed for long sieges. Over time, as warfare and routes ch