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This follows the weeks of protests over job quotas that saw clashes between protestors and ruling party supporters, and several instances of police brutality. The death toll from the crackdown ran into hundreds, and precipitated calls for Hasina’s resignation.

A South County nonprofit is putting on an arts and music festival. Also, author Dave Egger’s latest book is written from the perspective of a stray dog. And, the San Diego Italian Film Festival is back.

San Diego County coastal shores have been shrinking and cities have had to replenish sand to keep beaches open.

Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' primary election guide for the Chula Vista City Council races.

Tourism in the Austrian city of Salzburg generates about a billion euros annually. Many of those tourists visit locations where some scenes of The Sound of Music were filmed, but many residents are less than enthusiastic about the von Trapp family's story.

Join us in Vista on keystone Way to shop 40 makers with a drink in hand at the Vista Makers Market & Bar Hop! Products will be a wide variety of handmade goods such as wood working, plants, baked goods, jewelry, knit goods, home decor, art prints, soap, candles and so much more! Find vendors at each of these great locations - all on Keystone way: Dogleg Brewing Co 1347 Keystone Way Suite A Vista, CA 92081 Helia Brewing Co 1250 Keystone Way Vista, CA 92081 No MLM or direct sales will be present. This event is free to attend! You only pay for the items you wish to purchase and the drinks you want to consume. This is a family friendly event, however please note alcohol will be present due to the nature of the venues. If you are 21 or older and choose to drink, please drink responsibly. For more information visit: fb.me/e/1lUHZnI09

See the stars arrive at the Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles.

From the organizers: [San Diego, California] November 30, 2023 – You Belong Here, a beloved community creative space that has been promoting the values of inclusion and diversity since its inception in November 2018, is excited to announce a momentous occasion. They are marking their 5th anniversary, and are thrilled to present the opening night of their newest group art showcase, "What Is Belonging"; a nod to their first art showcase in 2018. This showcase revisits the theme of belonging with renewed boldness and courage in a post-pandemic era. Art ranges from photography to fabric installations, fashion, film, fine art, and more, from San Diego and Tijuana-based artists. Related links: You Belong Here: website | Instagram

Get ready to dive into the world of poetry like never before! The Robert Frost Society, in collaboration with Library Foundation San Diego, is thrilled to announce an unprecedented event set to engage the San Diego literary scene like never before in March 2024. To celebrate the 150th birthday of Robert Frost, one of America's most cherished poets, we are bringing together ten of the top poets from across the nation! FREE and open to everyone! This once-in-a-lifetime Sesquicentennial event will showcase some of the brightest stars in poetry, including Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy K. Smith, Ruth Lilly Prize-winner Allison Joseph, Pulitzer Prize-finalist Bruce Weigl, and Guggenheim Fellowship winner Jay Parini! These literary luminaries will take center stage to read and discuss their poems alongside the timeless works of Robert Frost himself, including classics like “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” “Mending Wall,” and “The Road Not Taken.” This gathering isn’t just for the elite few. It’s a celebration for everyone who cherishes the power of words and the magic of poetry. Join us for free public sessions where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of verse, gain insights into Frost's profound influence, and connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts from around the world. Never before has Frosts’ poetry been so relevant to so much that is happening in our contemporary world. His work cultivates understanding, cooperation, an appreciation for nature, and healing. Expect an electrifying atmosphere filled with poetry workshops, engaging lectures, and captivating roundtable discussions, all designed to deepen your appreciation for Frost’s legacy and the art of poetry itself. Complementing this stellar lineup of keynote speakers and readers are renowned poets such as San Diego Poet Laureate Jason Magabo Perez, performance artist Karla Cordero, Poet’s Prize finalist David Yezzi, Ohio Poet Laureate Amit Majmudar, Cave Canem Award winner Ruth Ellen Kocher, and Donald Justice Poetry Prize-winner, Ryan Wilson. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to embark on a poetic journey like no other! For more information visit: sandiego.librarymarket.com

Kym Pappas will direct the groundbreaking musical FUN HOME, the coming-of-age musical based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel, with book and lyrics by Lisa Kron and music by Jeanine Tesori. The play follows a woman, Alison, as she delves into her past and seeks to come to terms with the life and legacy of her father (who is exactly the same as her and still so different). This Tony-award-winning musical invites us as the audience to come to a fuller understanding of the journey of coming out and stepping into yourself. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. Related links: New Village Arts: website | Instagram | Facebook