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A full 77% of top-grossing films released in 2023 featured more male than female characters in speaking roles, according to a report from Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film at San Diego State University.

Students of the former San Diego-based Ashford University got some relief from their outstanding government loans, following a state and federal lawsuit on their behalf. In other news, in the special election to replace former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, outside spending has reached a new high. Plus, applications close today to join the Black Panther Party in San Diego. The San Diego chapter is one of many being revived across the country, after the United States government spread misinformation that caused the party to become mostly inactive decades ago.

Songwriter Sanctuary, the acclaimed monthly concert series featuring San Diego's finest songwriters, proudly announces its one-year anniversary show on Friday, January 26, 2024. The celebration will take place at Normal Heights United, located at 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Songwriter Sanctuary showcases three talented acts in a Nashville-style round, where artists share the stories and inspirations behind their beautiful songs. The concert series has become a staple in San Diego's music scene, providing a platform for local artists to connect with audiences in an intimate and meaningful way. The one-year anniversary lineup features: Eric Neilson: A San Diego based singer-songwriter, content creator, and music industry professional. Neilson's journey, from his University of New Haven music studies to his USS Boxer deployments, echoes the beatnik spirit. His music, illustrated through "The Hemingway EP" (2017) and "Medicine Man" (2023), captures stories from Boston's streets to Chicago's neon lights. Neilson continues to contribute to the local music community through his performances at venues like Tin Roof and Sycamore Den, as well as his work with Sofar Sounds and Writer's Round San Diego. Astra Kelly: A Chicago native with a pure talent for lyric-based, melodic sound and soaring vocals. Astra's music draws from her soulful Chicago roots fused with indie folk and Americana. As a career artist, she embarked upon “The Making Music Tour” in 2022, resulting in the album “Soul Fires,” reflecting spiritual/emotional healing and transformation. Astra's music has been described as "Folk Rock Bitten by the South." Dave Booda: A musician with a diverse and rich life journey, reflecting in his music. From Naval Academy graduate to a Navy Officer, a bicycle journey from London to Turkey, and living in a Tantra community in Bali, Dave's new album "Happy Accidents" is a collection of memories from a life well lived. Songwriter Sanctuary was founded in partnership with Normal Heights United Church by former San Diego residents and musicians Ben Grace Gilmore and Karyn Thurston Gilmore (of Story and Tune), as a sister event to their popular Writers Round San Diego series that takes place at the Ould Sod every Monday (now hosted by Lauren Leigh Martin with Eric Neilson’s AV support). Jeff Berkley, San Diego Music Awards 2023 Artist of the Year and San Diego Music Hall of Famer, stepped into the hosting role last September. Fellow local songwriter Lindsay White now handles booking and PR, while NHUnited’s Pastor Molly Lorden facilitates onsite logistics in the church's beautiful century-old sanctuary. Reflecting on Songwriter Sanctuary’s one year milestone, White said: "It truly takes a village to sustain community events like this, and our team is thrilled to continue doing our part to nurture this beautiful musical garden Ben and Karyn planted. From Jeff and Molly, to our sound tech and sponsors, to our faithful fans, everyone is working together to give due attention to San Diego's vibrant songwriter scene and show our featured artists gratitude for all the ways they fill our hearts and enrich our community. We hope you’ll join us!" Date: Friday, January 26, 2024 Location: Normal Heights United Church, 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116 Time: Doors 6:15 p.m., Show 7-9:30 p.m. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages), but please be generous in your support of these top-tier talents. All donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. Songwriter Sanctuary alumni artists are welcome as our guests. Food/Drink: Available for purchase, thanks to sponsors Duck Foot Brewing Company, Flying Embers, and Grace2Go Meals Accessibility: For venue accessibility requests, contact Molly Lorden at molly(at)nhunited(dot)org.

The highly anticipated decision comes nearly a year after the start of a trial pitting the U.S. Justice Department against Google in the country's biggest antitrust showdown in a quarter century.

When Amylyx Pharmaceuticals found out its ALS drug Relyvrio didn't work, the company took the unusual step of voluntarily pulling it off the market.

The influential US Preventive Services Task Force urged behavioral counseling for children and teens with very high BMI. Notably the group did not include Ozempic-like drugs in the recommendation.

“A MUSICAL ODYSSEY” 6 composers, 5 countries, 3 centuries Paul Tseng and Dan Yu take you on an epic musical journey with masterpieces by legendary composers such as Bach, Borodin, Faure, Dvorak, and Brahms Presented by San Diego Music Society, Jean Will Presents and CCAE Paul Tseng (cello) has performed as a soloist, recitalist, orchestral, and chamber musician throughout the United States, Canada, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, and South Africa in concert halls such as Avery Fischer Hall, Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, the Cairo Royal Opera House in Egypt, The Royal Cultural Center in Amman, Jordan. As a chamber musician, Paul has performed with luminaries such as Earl Carlyss and Ruth Inglefield, and as a member of the Delphian Trio, which won First Prize in the Baltimore Chamber Music Awards Competition. The second cellist ever to be awarded the Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the Peabody Conservatory (Johns Hopkins University), Paul specialized in the cello music of Prokofiev. He also holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from the Juilliard School. He has held various faculty positions in New York, Maryland, West Virginia, New York, and Washington DC. Paul is a founding member of the Logos Trio and the artistic director of the San Diego Music Society. Dan Yu enjoys a multifaceted career as a classical pianist and piano educator. After he studied piano with renowned piano educator Jane Bastien, he worked with famed Russian pianist Vitaly Margulis for his University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) piano performance bachelor degree, and obtained his master’s degree in piano performance under Professor Antoinette Perry at the University of Southern California (USC). He had won numerous competitions including Musical Merit of Greater San Diego, La Jolla Young Artist Competition, and many others. He is an active performer on the San Diego classical music scene. This year, he played solo and collaborative recitals at Encinitas Library, Fallbrook Library, and Conrad Performing Arts Center. As a teacher, his students have won many competitions in San Diego. He is a board member of MTAC (Music Teachers Association of California), and also the chairperson for MTAC’s Piano Duo Festival for the past 4 years. Dan served on the jury of the Hong Kong International Music Foundation Competition (North America branch) in 2017, the 3rd San Diego International Competition for Outstanding Amateurs in 2022, and this year, GOCAA (Global Outstanding Chinese Artists Association) regional competition in San Diego.

Berhalter's removal follows a disappointing finish for the USMNT at this summer's Copa America tournament. Now, a race is on to hire a new coach with less than two years until the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The convention will be the first national gathering for party members to rally behind former President Donald Trump after he survived an assassination attempt at a campaign rally.

On Sunday, environmental engineer and former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum is poised to be elected the first female president in Mexico’s history.