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Don’t miss the opportunity to hear this popular countertenor highlight rarely performed early music repertoire with the acclaimed chamber orchestra Il Pomo d’Oro, in a program that includes works by Monteverdi, Frescobaldi, Cavalli, Sartorio, and many more. Polish countertenor Jakub Józef Orliński has established himself as one of the world’s leading artists, triumphing on stage, in concert, and on recording. An exclusive artist on the Warner/Erato label, his first recording, Anima Sacra, earned him the prestigious Opus Klassik award for Solo Vocal Recording, while his second, Facce d’amore, earned him the Recording (Solo Recital) of the Year at the 2021 International Opera Awards. His sold-out concerts and recitals throughout Europe and the United States have attracted new followers to the art form, and his live performance of Vivaldi’s “Vedrò con mio diletto,” filmed at the Aix-en-Provence Festival, has amassed nearly ten million online views. His television appearances, including the Concert de Paris at the Eiffel Tower and “Rebâtir Notre Dame de Paris,” both with the Orchestre National de France, and Les Victoires de la Musique Classique awards concert accompanied by the Orchestre de l’Opéra National de Lyon, have been broadcast to millions worldwide. For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Instagram / Facebook

The Russian defense ministry said two missiles were fired from Ukrainian territory at the IL-76 military transport aircraft. It said 65 Ukrainian POWs were on board, headed for a prisoner swap.

South Korea’s presidential national security council said it has decided to suspend a 2018 inter-Korean agreement aimed at easing animosities, until mutual trust between the two Koreas is restored.

YULETIDE YULE = Winter Solstice + TIDE = Time (German) Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year and the longest night of the year. This is the time the days begin to get longer and is the perfect time for reflection of the past, enjoyment of the now, and plan for the future. LOCATION Join us for a delightful Yuletide Retreat in the jewel of our fine city at the Community Room of the La Jolla Library. THEME Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit and experience the magic of the yuletide! This in-person event promises a joyful atmosphere filled with laughter, cheer, and merriment. Come and enjoy a variety of activities at this playshop for all ages, including easy sunshine yoga, reflecting upon the past year with gratitude and abundance, setting intentions on limiting what is unimportant, rejoicing in the now with music and dance, and setting up goals for the upcoming year. Research indicates that goals are much more likely to be attained if written down. PERSONAL GROWTH If you are looking for wholesome personal gowth actitivity interacting with others in a target rich environment, the Yuletide Retreat is the perfect place to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Répondez S'il Vous Plaît Respond If You Please. Don't miss out on this enchanting event! Due to room occupancy limits, register now to guarantee your spot.

South Korea’s spy agency said Tuesday that a senior North Korea diplomat based in Cuba has fled to South Korea, the latest defection by members of the North's ruling elite that likely hurt leader Kim Jong Un's push to bolster his leadership.

A crowd of 15,952 was on hand to watch at the Gocheok Sky Dome for Major League Baseball’s first game in South Korea.

South Korea says it will restart anti-North Korean propaganda loudspeaker broadcasts in border areas in response to continuing North Korean campaigns to drop trash on the South with balloons.

South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said North Korea has been flying balloons carrying trash toward the South in an apparent retaliation to anti-Pyongyang propaganda leaflets flown across the border.

In the months leading up to DNC 2024, "Chicago ‘68" has been repeatedly conjured. But there is nothing in this political climate to compare to '68 and the all-encompassing anxiety over Vietnam.

The U.S. is among the countries bringing portable AC units to the Paris Olympics this summer since the Athletes' Village won't have any. Many athletes are worried about competing in extreme heat.