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Revered abolitionist Harriet Tubman, who was the first woman to oversee an American military action during a time of war, was posthumously awarded the rank of general on Monday.

An estimated 200,000 people, many of them Indigenous Māori, suffered abuse in New Zealand's foster and faith-based care over a period of seven decades

SeaWorld San Diego is launching Memorial Day weekend celebrations beginning Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27. A Memorial Day Flag Ceremony will take place daily to honor fallen heroes of the United States Armed Forces at 10 a.m. The park will also feature live musical performances by the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band at Skytower Lawn stage. From Saturday, May 25 to Monday, May 27, SeaWorld San Diego will honor the military with a firework spectacular salute 10 minutes prior to the park’s closure. Additionally, each orca and dolphin presentation at the park will include a military recognition. SeaWorld San Diego will honor Military Appreciation Month with free one-day admission for U.S. military veterans and up to three guests. Veterans can register for this offer through May 27 to visit SeaWorld San Diego with their free tickets. Active-duty military and their guests continue to enjoy one-day complimentary admission all year long. The offer is part of United Parks & Resorts’ Waves of Honor program, a longstanding partnership saluting active-duty military members, veterans and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year. Eligible U.S military veterans and retirees can register for complimentary single-day ticket(s) for themselves and up to three dependents before May 27 at www.WavesofHonor.com. SeaWorld San Diego is also offering guests up to 50% off Tickets, Fun Cards and Passes during its Memorial Day Sale now through May 27 at www.seaworldsandiego.com. Annual Pass Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more. Pass Members are first for everything, first to ride any new attraction, first to view new animal exhibits, and first to know about major park announcements. In 2024, Pass Members will be the first to view SeaWorld’s newest exhibit, "Jewels of the Sea, A Jellyfish Experience," the immersive and interactive aquarium. For more information on SeaWorld San Diego’s Memorial Day Weekend Celebration and to purchase Annual Passes and Fun Cards visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Memorial Day events take place May 24 through May 27: Friday, May 24: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, May 25: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday, May 26: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, May 27: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

19 Asian American artists will be presented by The Thoughtful Beast in “Motions & Emotions: Asian Women Speak Out”. The event is three performances addressing the mental health journeys of Asian fem identified people and women. Attendees of the event will experience an array of artistic mediums including dance, singing, clowning and piano. There will also be an interactive aspect that the audience will be able to participate in if they feel willing and ready. Performances May 17 at 7 p.m. May 18 at 7 p.m. May 19 at 2 p.m. General Tickets $25 $5 off for Students/ Industry Artists or enter promo code ARTSTU Free Community Workshop with Dr. Maddie Ofina: Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — This event is sponsored by Professor Swoosh, MOfina Wellness + Education and Project Conclusion Company. Produced by The Thoughtful Beast For questions, please email motions@thethoughtfulbeast.com Trixi Anne Agiao is one of about 60 individual artists and cultural practitioners working to create campaigns that raise awareness of crucial issues affecting our San Diego and Imperial counties communities as part of Far South/Border North. Learn more: farsouthbordernorth.com

John Robinson, the veteran football coach who enjoyed many years of success at the University of Southern California and with the Los Angeles Rams, has died. He was 89.

Join us for a special joint KPBS Producers Club and Directors Club event with Cassandra Schaeg of FRESH GLASS as she shares a sneak peek into Season 2 of the award-winning series. Cassandra will be joined in conversation by Mujeres Brew House founder and owner Carmen Favela, who is highlighted in the upcoming season of "Fresh Glass." This event will include food, music and house brews. You will also have the opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow KPBS members and enthusiasts. Season 2 of FRESH GLASS will debut in Fall 2024 on KPBS-TV. Catch up with Season 1 of FRESH GLASS

From the organizers: The Book Catapult proudly presents the fifth edition of Small Press Nite, hosted by Kevin Kearney on Saturday, May 18 at 7 p.m! This edition's lineup of readers: JIM RULAND author of Make It Stop (Rare Bird, 2023) and Corporate Rock Sucks: The Rise and Fall of SST Records (Hachette, 2022) as well as the phenomenal Message From the Underworld newsletter/substack. DAN OZZI author of SELL OUT: The Major Label Feeding Frenzy That Swept Punk, Emo, and Hardcore (1994-2007) (Dey Street, 2021) CAITI BORRUSO - Recent work featured in the anthology New Jersey Fan Club (Rutgers UP, 2022) RYAN BRADFORD - former SD CityBeat columnist, current full-time teacher and author of the spectacular newsletter AwkwardSD. Related links: The Book Catapult: website | Instagram

A former drugstore worker in the small Indiana community of Delphi was found guilty of murder on Monday in the killings of two teenage girls who vanished during an afternoon hike.

Jamal Soliman is a prominent Syrian actor, director, and producer with a distinguished career in theater and film. Educated in Damascus and Leeds University, Soliman also engages in political advocacy, having held a key role in the Syrian Negotiations Commission.

The Palestinian Youth Movement continues to organize protests demanding a ceasefire in Gaza. Plus, we hear how two young women are reclaiming Kumeyaay traditions and passing it onto the next generation.