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The song "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" was released ten years ago and has since become the soundtrack to millions of viral videos. Its story shows how music has shaped — and been shaped by— social media platforms.

Meet anthropologist and author, Jason De León, at the Museum of Us on Thursday, May 9, to celebrate the launch of his book “Soldiers and Kings: Survival and Hope in the World of Human Smuggling”. Join us for a workshop and exhibit walks in the “Hostile Terrain 94” exhibition, a panel discussion, and book signing. This three-part event will begin at 3:30 p.m., with the panel discussion beginning at 5 p.m. Guests are welcome to come for any, or all, parts of the program. This is a free event, and advance registration is highly encouraged. For more information visit: museumofus.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

San Diego's poet laureate shares his vision for a poetry-filled future, his latest community initiatives and the importance of storytelling in Filipino American culture.

The Greater San Diego Music Coterie presents its Annual Messiah Sing- and Play-along at St Bart’s Episcopal Church in Poway in 2 performances, Friday, December 8 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 10 at 4 p.m. Accompaniment will be provided by the Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Angela Yeung. Instrumentalists interested in playing must contact Dr. Yeung in advance so your part will be ready for you on the day of the concert. Optional rehearsal on Tuesday, December 5, at 7 p.m. at St Bart's Episcopal Church. $10 suggested donation for the rehearsal. $25 suggested donation (or $10 for students) for the performance. Donations by check to either the Greater San Diego Music Coterie or St Bart's Episcopal Church can be tax deductible as allowable by law. For more information visit: gsdmusicoterie.org

Voting rights groups challenging the state congressional map want the Florida Supreme Court to reinstate a district that gave Black voters in one region the chance to elect their preferred candidate.

AI tools have helped the people behind influence operations produce more content, but OpenAI says the operations it disrupted didn't gain traction with real people or reach large audiences.

Palestinian health workers said Israeli airstrikes hit tents for displaced people in the southern Gaza city and “numerous” others were trapped in flaming debris.

The U.S. women's water polo team was chasing a historic fourth straight Olympic gold medal. Instead, the team will miss out on the podium for the first time since the sport made its debut in 2000.

Every spring, the Japanese Friendship Garden celebrates the blooming of the Cherry Blossom Trees at the Cherry Blossom Festival. Enjoy food, merchant area and a children's are with activities and arts & crafts. The lower garden will host daily performances and beer and sake garden. This festival is a community favorite and we hope to see you there! March 7-10, 2024 Visit: www.niwa.org/cbw Call: 619-232-2721 Japanese Friendship Garden on Facebook / Instagram

Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian beat hard-liner Saeed Jalili in the runoff election to replace the late president who was killed in a helicopter crash in May.