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A top vaccine advisor at the FDA was forced to resign on Friday. In his resignation letter, Dr. Peter Marks wrote "truth and transparency are not desired," by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

On Monday evening, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the recent Israeli attacks have set back Iran's nuclear program by a "very long time," but emphasized that more targets remain.

As a recording and touring artist, James Taylor has touched people with his warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 50 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired. Over the course of his celebrated songwriting and performing career, he has sold more than 100 million albums, earning gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards since the release of his self-titled debut album in 1968. In 2015, he released "Before This World," the first-ever #1 album of his illustrious career. James has won multiple Grammy® Awards, has been inducted into both the Rock and Roll and the prestigious Songwriters Halls of Fame and in February 2006, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences selected him its MUSICARES Person of the Year. He was also awarded the distinguished Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government and the National Medal of Arts by President Barack Obama in 2012. In November of 2015, James was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation's highest civilian honor, and in December of 2016 he received the Kennedy Center Honors, which are presented annually to individuals who have enriched American culture by distinguished achievement in the performing arts.  In early 2020 he released "Break Shot," a deeply personal and authentic audio-only memoir detailing his first 21 years. He also released his newest album, "American Standard," his 19th studio album, which earned him the 2021 Grammy® Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album and gave him the honor of being the first artist to have a Billboard Top 10 album in each of the past six decades. Over the past few years James has toured extensively in Europe, Canada and the US as well as recent stops in Tokyo, Manila, Australia, New Zealand and Hawaii.  Please note: this is a rental event of The Rady Shell, presented by AEG Goldenvoice; the San Diego Symphony does not appear on this program; gates open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets to be purchased on Ticketmaster: Saturday: https://www.ticketmaster.com/james-taylor-his-allstar-band-san-diego-california-05-10-2025/event/0A006186260B0A4D Sunday: https://www.ticketmaster.com/james-taylor-his-allstar-band-san-diego-california-05-11-2025/event/0A00618626100A51 James Taylor on Facebook / Instagram

This professional development session explores the powerful role visual art has played in advancing social movements throughout history, equipping educators with resources, examples, and art projects that align with the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum theme of Social Movements and Equity. Participants will examine how art has amplified the voices of advocates and driven social change, analyzing both historical and contemporary examples. Designed for all educators, not just art teachers, this session provides adaptable lesson plans and classroom-ready projects that support Ethnic Studies Learning Outcomes across various subjects. Educators will leave with practical tools, meaningful connections, and strategies to inspire student engagement with themes of equity and justice. All content is aligned with the National Core Arts Standards, ensuring a seamless integration of art into diverse educational contexts. *At checkout, use CODE: PD10 to get $10 off of a bundle of three sessions! Visit: Art Within Social Movements: Integrating Art & Ethnic Studies ArtReach San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

In Support of the LAFD Foundation Join Orli La Jolla on January 18 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for a meaningful Pilates session led by instructor Vanessa Mayer. All proceeds from this class will be matched by Orli and donated directly to the LAFD Foundation, which provides crucial assistance in response to the recent wildfires that have impacted the Los Angeles community. Tickets are available for $50, and with Orli matching every donation, your donation will go twice as far. Those unable to attend but who wish to contribute can donate directly at https://supportlafd.kindful.com/. After the session, we invite you to relax and connect with fellow participants while enjoying mimosas and juice in Orli’s serene private courtyard. Let’s come together as a community to support a meaningful cause.

The San Diego Early Music Society is thrilled to welcome harpsichordist Aya Hamada. In her San Diego debut, she will perform the program Bach et la France, showcasing how the stylistic influence of French composers such as d’Anglebert, François Couperin, and Louis Marchand impacted the music of J.S. Bach. Praised for her “graceful” (The New York Times) performance, harpsichordist Aya Hamada is an active recitalist, concerto soloist and continuo player. She has given recitals in major venues throughout Japan as well as in the US, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Switzerland, including recitals for the , including recitals for the Peñíscola International Festival of Medieval and Baroque Music (Spain), Music Before 1800 (New York), Da Camera Society (Los Angeles), Harpsichord Heaven at Flint Collection (Wilmington) and at the Quebec Government Office (Canada). She has made over four dozen appearances as concerto soloist on four continents, and has performed under conductors William Christie, Jordi Savall, Harry Bicket, Nicholas McGegan and Masaaki Suzuki. The New York Times proclaimed “Ms. Hamada gave a deft account of Handel’s Concerto” about her performance with Christie at Lincoln Center. As one of three performers in our solo series this season, this is a show that you don’t want to miss! Visit: sdems.org/event/aya-hamada-harpsichord/

The groups are withdrawing because one of the headliners for Pride Fest, Kehlani, has been vocal about support for Palestinians and Gaza.

The San Diego Excursion is a repeat of the 1915 San Diego Road Race Centennial Celebration. Please join us on January 12th from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. to see over 50 vintage cars driving through Bankers Hill and Mission Hills as they travel to Point Loma to reenact the route used in the 1915 Point Loma road race, which was put on in conjunction with the start of the Panama-California. We'll leave the Automotive Museum in Balboa Park at 9AM and travel along the streets shown on the attached map. We’d love to wave and honk our old horns as a way of saying thanks for coming out to view the cars go by. You can stage anywhere along the route shown on the attached flier. Visit: San Diego Excursion and Centennial Race through Point Loma San Diego Automotive Museum on Instagram

Matsu is thrilled to host a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration dinner featuring chefs Nino Fjordside and Agnes Karrasch—visionaries from the 2-Michelin-starred Koks in the Faroe Islands, along with our very own Chef William. Experience an exclusive tasting menu inspired by Nordic traditions, masterfully reimagined with California’s unparalleled bounty. This is an extraordinary meeting of Michelin-starred excellence and Matsu’s artistic philosophy, curated to surprise and delight. ✨ Seats are limited. Don’t miss your chance to savor a story told in every bite. Visit: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?experienceId=393919&restref=1166083&rid=1166083&utm_campaign=shared&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=external Matsu on Instagram and Facebook

Conflict has sown trauma in the western region of Colombia. Doctors Without Borders is working with local healers and health care professionals to come up with ways to help heal the psychic wounds.