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Sam McAlister was the BBC booker who persuaded Prince Andrew to go on record about his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It's the subject of new Netflix movie Scoop.

The United Methodist Church is holding its first General Conference since the pandemic and will consider whether to change policies on several LGBTQ issues.

This weekend choose between zombie mayhem or a "final girl" taking on a creepy perpetrator.

Even though two 2020 election workers in Fulton County, Ga., endured an onslaught of threats and harassment following baseless fraud claims, people there are eager to serve as poll workers this year.

Families will play an essential role in getting students back on track, researchers say. But it's going to take a "culture" shift around the importance of being in school.

Step into the enchanting world of "Amahl and the Night Visitors," a one-act Christmas opera penned by the renowned Gian Carlo Menotti. This timeless Genesis Opera Theatre production, performed entirely in English, is set to grace the stage on December 22 and 23, 2023, at the STAR Repertory Theatre, located at 329 E. Valley Parkway in Escondido. What makes this performance truly special is the stellar ensemble cast, handpicked from the talent-rich regions of Southern California, including San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties. Guided by the visionary direction of Cynthia Leigh and the harmonious musical direction of Abraham Fabella, "Amahl and the Night Visitors" promises to be an unforgettable experience. At the heart of the narrative is Amahl, a young disabled boy living in modest circumstances with his widowed mother near Bethlehem. Director Cynthia Leigh, who not only helms the production but also takes on the role of The Mother, believes this heartwarming tale is the perfect introduction to the world of opera for both children and adults. "This story has held a special place in my heart for years," says Leigh. "I'm thrilled to share it with audiences old and new, offering a memorable experience that transcends age and musical tastes." This cherished opera, first commissioned by the NBC Network and broadcast on December 24, 1951, has been a holiday classic ever since. Inspired by "The Adoration of the Magi," a captivating painting displayed at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, "Amahl and the Night Visitors" retells the Nativity and Epiphany stories from a unique perspective. Genesis Opera Theatre, committed to making opera accessible to people of all ages at an affordable price, aims to kindle the love for this art form in young minds, nurturing future opera enthusiasts and artists. Don't miss your chance to witness this captivating opera. Tickets start at just $25 and can be purchased on sdartstix.com. For additional information, reach out to genesisoperatheatre@gmail.com.

Encompassing hits from the iconic band’s entire career, including albums Led Zeppelin, Led Zeppelin II, Led Zeppelin IV and Physical Graffiti, the concert event celebrates the life and music of Jason’s father, the legendary Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, with “…a band that recreates Led Zeppelin’s music to such a degree that one can’t help but close their eyes and simply listen…” [-Classic Rock Revisited]. With special guest Jager Henry. For more information visit: humphreysconcerts.com Stay Connected on Facebook

The state comes first this year as President Biden looks to energize a key part of his base; Black voters account for about 60% of the Democratic Party's electorate in South Carolina.

A sudden appendectomy as a child made Heather Smith curious about what the appendix is for and why it gets inflamed. Now as an anatomy researcher, she's finding answers.

The nation's historical markers delight, distort and, sometimes, just get the story wrong.