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An economic slump, an immigration crisis and the lifting of a security blanket provided for decades by the U.S. are issues on the minds of German voters. The far-right AfD is polling in second place.

President Trump fired Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, via email late Thursday night, the latest in a string of actions the president has taken to shape American cultural institutions.

In our January arts and culture preview for San Diego, explore our picks for visual art, dance, theater, film, literature and music, spanning jazz, classical, experimental and popular genres. Up next: theater at New Village Arts, Martha Graham Dance Company performs "Appalachian Spring," a national group visual art show, Haley Heynderickx and more.

For close watchers of the Catholic Church, the election of a U.S. pope seemed impossible. The "Trump effect" on the U.S. and global order changed that, papal expert Massimo Faggioli told NPR.

Pope Leo XIV is seen as a centrist who shares his predecessor's progressive views on certain social issues. Here's what we know so far.

The San Diego Archaeological Center’s newest exhibit, "Fact or Fiction: Hollywood, Hoaxes, and Hearsay," investigates the scientific evidence (or lack thereof) for commonly held archaeological beliefs. Visitors can discover the facts behind aliens, crystal skulls, and more.Visit: https://sandiegoarchaeology.org/plan-your-visit/MUSEUM HOURS: Wednesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Directions: From I-15 North or South: Exit I-15 at Via Rancho Parkway and go EAST. Continue around the shopping center.Turn RIGHT onto San Pasqual Road – 1 mileTurn RIGHT onto San Pasqual Valley Road (78). Continue past past the Wild Animal Park – 6.4 mi.The San Diego Archaeological Center will be on your left. Accessible parking is available next to the building by going up the short ramp on the left (west) side of the parking lot.San Diego Archaeological Center on Facebook / Instagram

As Cardinal Robert Prevost's name was announced, a sound of shock rose up. It was something few people had anticipated — the new pope is from the United States.

"Naturally San Diego," is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to stimulating growth and entrepreneurship amongst environmentally and socially-conscious consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies in San Diego County. We're thrilled to announce the five finalists of its Fifth Annual "Naturally Rising Competition" (formerly known as Pitch Slam).On April 24th, Naturally San Diego’s five emerging brand finalists will take the stage to compete in front of a panel of expert judges and a live audience. The winner will be awarded a suite of prizes from the San Diego business community to help propel their company’s growth. With over $150,000 worth of prizes awarded to date, Naturally Rising continues to support purpose-driven brands in their journey to success.This year’s Naturally Rising San Diego finalists include:Chasin’ Dreams Farm – Crunchy, corn-free ancient grain puffs made with U.S.-grown sorghum and avocado oil, completely non-GMO, gluten-free, and free from artificial ingredients.Fierce & Kind – Award-winning, small-batch spirits crafted for bold flavor and real impact, with 25% of profits supporting underrepresented communities.Mooski Snacks – Chilled oat bars made with 100% pure olive oil for a soft, fresh texture, offering 5g of protein, only 6g of sugar, and delicious flavors for a cleaner, more satisfying snack.Nonaste – High-performance cleaning products designed for active lifestyles, featuring deep-cleaning detergents formulated to keep gear fresher longer.Recoup Beverage – Organic prebiotic sparkling beverages crafted for gut-healthy hydration, made with prebiotic fiber, digestion-supporting ginger, and electrolyte-rich maple tree water.“Pitch Slam has become a key event in San Diego’s CPG community, offering an invaluable platform for emerging brands,” said Kierstin Rielly, Executive Director of Naturally San Diego. “Finalists gain access to a dedicated network of industry experts, investors, and consumers, all committed to supporting their growth and strengthening our entrepreneurial ecosystem.”Presented by Jimbo's... Naturally!, Naturally San Diego’s Pitch Slam welcomes everyone—from founders and industry professionals to investors, marketers, and local enthusiasts. This year’s event will take place on Thursday, April 24th, from 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Building 177 (2875 Dewey Rd) in Liberty Station.Attendees can connect with 350+ members of San Diego’s natural products community, explore booths featuring local brands and restaurants, enjoy complimentary drinks and desserts, vote for the People’s Choice Award, and leave with a curated goodie bag filled with samples and exclusive offers from Naturally San Diego sponsors.Visit: https://naturallysandiego.glueup.com/event/naturally-rising-pitch-slam-129164/Naturally San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Fight for our Future at the "Unite for Climate" March on Saturday, May 3rd at 11 a.m. at Waterfront Park, San Diego, CA. Thousands of San Diegans will rally together, march in unity, and enjoy live music, organization booths, inspiring speakers, face painting and more!From scorching wildfires to devastating floods, climate disasters are no longer distant threats—they are happening here and now. The Trump administration has launched an all-out assault on climate action, rolling back decades of environmental protections, firing federal workers who stand for climate science, and shamelessly calling the climate crisis a “hoax.” We march for clean air and water, for the protection of our homes, for a just economy with good-paying green jobs, and for a world that puts people before polluters.Visit: https://sandiego350.org/event/civi_event_1646/

Rooted in African-American freedom struggles and Igbo cosmology, The Skeuomorph unfolds as a poetic meditation on technological agency and the myths we encode in our machines. At the center of the exhibition stands BLKBX (BB)—a sculptural object, a "smarter" speaker and a speculative AI entity trained on documents of African American and African Diasporic histories, biographies and philosophies of freedom. Through a multisensory installation featuring reimagined political speeches, archival fragments, and layered sonic environments, the exhibition invites visitors to consider how history reverberates in the present—shaping the voices we amplify, the ones we silence, and the futures we imagine.Co-sponsored by the Department of Visual Arts Visiting Speaker Series, this event includes panel discussion with Louis Chude-Sokei, Professor and George and Joyce Wein Chair of English and Director of the African American and Black Diaspora Studies Program at Boston University; in addition to recently publishing The Sound of Culture: Diaspora and Black Technopoetics (2015), Chude-Sokei collaborated with Berlin based electronic artists Mouse on Mars, with whom he produced the album Anarchic Artificial Intelligence (2021). Event moderated by Amy Alexander, Professor of Visual Arts and Gallery QI committee co-chair and Robert Twomey, Assistant Teaching Professor of Visual Arts and Committee Member of the Department of Visual Arts Visiting Speaker Series. Chude-Sokei and Mendi Obadike will participate via Zoom.Gallery QI on Facebook / Instagram