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Gustavo Petro faces fierce opposition from what he views as Colombia's deeply conservative deep state.

The holiest month in the Muslim calendar begins for many on Monday. This is what NPR readers will be praying for.

Jon Kabat-Zinn, who brought mindfulness meditation into mainstream medical settings, discusses how the centering practice can help with some of today's widespread social problems.

So-called point-of-sale donations have sharply increased in recent years, bringing in hundreds of millions a year. But the requests to "round up" your bill for charity have really taken off.

The JFJSFF is a three-day stand-alone film festival, featuring more than 24 short films from around the world. Films are arranged into five distinct programs, with each containing 3-6 short films. For more information visit: my.lfjcc.org

It’s 1987, Brussels. Welcome to the New Manhattan deli, adorned with technicolor movie memorabilia, where patrons eat New York style pastrami and play movie trivia with the delightful MC and owner, Saul Birnbaum. Saul and an exiled Chilean filmmaker are working on a screenplay they hope will reach the big screen. When Saul falls for a lovely projectionist at the local cinematheque, romance and other complications ensue. This is an upbeat film about loving the movies and facing the past in order to make a brighter future. Tickets on sale soon! For more information visit: lfjcc.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Fix your items for free! There is a better way than throw-away. Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic at the San Diego County Bonita-Sunnyside Branch Library on September 9th from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn how to: • Fix broken appliances and gadgets • Repair road and mountain bikes • Mend your favorite outfit RSVP is required for item repair.

The Super Dentists host back-to-school bash at their new Escondido location with a carnival theme, Saturday, Aug. 12 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The day will start with free dental visits from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for kindergarten and first grade health and dental screenings. The back-to-school carnival will include games, live music, Escondido's Got Talent performers, local entertainment, big prizes, bubbles, face painting, movie premiere and more. The morning will also start with complimentary basic dental care to children in need. The Super Dentists hope to see and treat more than 100 kids. Families are asked to register in advance and will be seen on a first-come, first-serve, or need basis. For more information visit: thesuperdentists.com Stay Connected on Facebook

President Joe Biden said Saturday that he believes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is "hurting Israel more than helping Israel" in how he is approaching its war against Hamas in Gaza.

On Sunday, July 30th at 1p.m., at the Encinitas Library, come check out one of the most widely recognized skateboard photographers on the planet, J. Grant Brittain! He’ll be giving a slideshow of his photos featured in his new book, Push 80s Skateboarding Photography. It’s an incredible portfolio of skateboarding photography through the years. There will be a Q&A session, and J. Grant will also be signing copies of his book. Swing on by! Stay Connected on Facebook