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Jonathan Dekel-Chen, whose son Sagui is believed to be alive and among the Israeli hostages seized by Hamas in the Oct. 7 attacks, says the ceasefire deal is a way 'to end the madness in Gaza.'

In a two-for-one moonshot, SpaceX launched a pair of lunar landers Wednesday for U.S. and Japanese companies looking to jumpstart business on Earth's dusty sidekick.

Whether they appear at the Queen’s private birthday party in Windsor Castle, at the BBC Proms in the Royal Albert Hall, in Carnegie Hall, or at the Sydney Opera House—it is the declared mission of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain to fight the serious side of life with all their might. They pull it off with charm, British wit, surprising arrangements and pure delight in playing and entertaining people. Take a fast-paced sprint through all musical genres: from ABBA to ZZ Top, from Tchaikovsky to Nirvana, from bluegrass to Lady Gaga. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/ukulele-orchestra/ Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain on Instagram and Facebook

American singer-songwriter Clairo rose to prominence following the viral success of the music video for her lo-fi single "Pretty Girl" in 2017. Her debut studio album Immunity (2019) received critical acclaim and spawned the singles "Bags" and "Sofia", the latter of which became her first single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. Clairo's second studio album, Sling, was released in 2021. Upon its release, the album received critical acclaim and saw commercial success, debuting in the top 20 of the US Billboard 200. Her third studio album, Charm, was released on July 12, 2024. This is a rental event at The Rady Shell; the San Diego Symphony does not appear on this concert. Visit: https://www.theshell.org/performances/clairo-charm-24-tour/ Clairo on Instagram and Facebook

President Biden notified Congress of his intent to lift the U.S. label of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism as part of a deal aided by the Catholic Church to free political prisoners on the island.

Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi is known for his soulful and dance-oriented songs, most notably the award-winning "Despacito" in 2017. Fonsi received his first Latin Grammy® Award nominations in the Record of the Year category and won Song of the Year with "Aquí Estoy Yo". He also won one Latin American Music Award for "Échame la Culpa" with Demi Lovato. Please note: this is a rental event of The Rady Shell; the San Diego Symphony does not appear at this event. Gates will open at 6 p.m. Visit: https://www.theshell.org/performances/lattitude-live-starring-luis-fonsi/ Luis Fonsi on Instagram and Facebook

In the San Diego Archaeological Center’s adult-friendly Ancient Echoes series, we look back into the archaeological record at the origins of many of our favorite things and breaking the conceptions of their modernity. Have you ever wondered about the roots of mead, chocolate, or beer? What about the importance of art, dance, and music to Ice Age hunter-gatherers? Ancient Echoes explores these topics and more, offering an interactive experience aimed at connecting us back with our deep past. In this installment of our Ancient Echoes, you’ll make art the ancient way! Using natural pigments and a little human creativity, you’ll produce a one-of-a-kind paleolithic art piece (no cave required). All art materials will be provided. Tickets include 2 drinks per person (non-alcoholic options available). 21+ only. Cost: $40; SDAC Members $35 Visit: Ancient Echoes: Pints & Pigments San Diego Archeological Center on Instagram and Facebook

You’ll have “the world on a string” as we pay tribute to three of the most iconic divas in all of jazz in this tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughan. Don't miss our first jazz concert in the “new” Jacobs Music Center! Please note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this program. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/a-tribute-to-ella-billie-and-sarah/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

Where do we belong? Inspired by a real program that reunites families separated by immigration policies at the U.S.-Mexico Border, but only for three minutes, Tres minutos by composer Nicolás Lell Benavides and librettist Marella Martin Koch imagines the story of Diego and Nila, a brother and sister who share DNA but not citizenship. When Diego is deported, leaving Nila behind, questions of identity, duty and belonging threaten to consume them. A co-production with Music of Remembrance; the entire San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this program. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/tres-minutos/ San Diego Symphony on Instagram and Facebook

The mine has been the scene of a tense standoff between police and miners since authorities launched an operation to force the miners out by cutting off food and water from the surface.