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TikTok's top executive will have to defend the app against allegations it shares U.S. users data with the Chinese government at a Thursday hearing, as the government weighs limiting or banning it.

Old Town San Diego’s beloved Bazaar del Mundo Shops present three lively days of folk art, food and entertainment at its annual Latin American Festival and Mata Ortiz Pottery Market, August 5–7. The colorful marketplace will feature hand-painted Mata Ortiz pottery, dazzling artisan jewelry, vibrant Mexican clothing and textiles, and various other collectibles. Talented artists from Mexico, Guatemala, Peru, Ecuador and other Latin American countries will showcase one of the most extensive collections of genuine Latin American folk art this side of the border. The festival also exhibits San Diego’s largest collection of authentic Mata Ortiz pottery, a centuries-old art form renowned for its intricate process and hand-painted geometric and ancestral symbols. Visitors can enjoy wood carving, textile weaving and intricate painting demonstrations from visiting artists highlighting their crafts. Mouth-watering Mexican cuisine from neighboring Casa Guadalajara restaurant will be for sale, as Latin American folk band TINKU entertains guests with live musical performances that feature native instruments, adding to the vibrant ambiance of this unique event. The festival runs 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday.

PARADISE TBD is a chamber opera for five singers and electronics by Clinton McCallum that explores the aftermath of natural disasters, and the ways that memory and trauma shape our collective subconscious. Each of the characters come from a different time and place, and come to discover that they are survivors of cataclysmic events including Hurricane Katrina, the Wuhan flood of 1931, the 1985 earthquake in Mexico City, and the great Bengal famine of 1770. These characters find themselves floating together on a raft in an infinite void, and by telling their harrowing stories they participate in a ritual of community-building and confession. They are guided through the process of remembering by a mysterious figure, who speaks with language beyond human understanding and leads the group to a collective transformation. PARADISE TBD investigates the ways that climate change, poverty, colonialism, and corruption inflict generational trauma on people living on the precarious edges of society. The opera suggests that communal healing can be achieved through the act of storytelling, and seeks to locate the possibility of a more utopian future within the rubble of the past and present. PARADISE TBD is directed by Robert Castro with music direction by Brendan Nguyen. The cast of local singers includes sopranos Mariana Flores Bucio and Anishka Lee-Skorepa, mezzo-soprano Leslie Ann Leytham, baritone Jonathan Nussman, and tenor Miguel Angel Zazueta. Programs and text will be provided in English and Spanish. Get tickets

The Annual Vista Strawberry Festival is back in 2022. Join the Vista Chamber of Commerce in Historic Downtown Vista on Sunday, May 29, 2022. Sponsored by the Tri-City Medical Center, a full day of events showcase the famous red berry, including live entertainment, and hundreds of vendors featuring distinctive food, arts & crafts, breweries and more. Appealing to all generations, The Vista Strawberry Festival will engage its youngest attendees with a fun Kid Zone offering games and activities for a full day of play. The event will take place on Sunday May 29, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Historic Downtown Vista. The Strawberry 5K will kick off the festival beginning at 7:30 a.m. with the festival opening at 8 a.m.  Strawberry Run 5K and Kids’ Runs  Pie Eating, Costume and Many Other Fun Contests  Music and Performances – DJ, Local Bands, Ballet Folklorico and Dancers  Inflatables, Attractions & Kid Zone  Craft Beer Garden (Must be 21 years of age)  Shuttle Service Begins at 6:30 a.m. at North County Courthouse; Additional shuttle begins at 10:00 a.m. from Vista High School (runs every 15 minutes) The Vista Strawberry Festival is the only festival in San Diego County that celebrates all the joys and pleasure of the Strawberry. Come meet our Strawberry Mascot and take part in attractions and entertainment that is ‘berry fun for all ages. ** While the festival is FREE to attend, some experiences including the kid zone and purchases of food and beverages are at personal expense.** Vista Strawberry Festival on Facebook / Instagram / Twitter

Get ready to laugh, play and watch dreams come true! Wild ‘N Out will host local improv group and TikTok stars BAGNATION while crowning one lucky lady as the next Wild ‘N Out Girl. The final casting call will start at 6 p.m. and one finalist will be chosen to appear on the upcoming season of Nick Cannon’s popular MTV show. BAGNATION will keep the energy and entertainment going throughout the night by playing popular “Wild ‘N Out” games, including Let Me Holla, Plead the Fifth and more! The full menu of signature cocktails and elevated bar dishes will also be available. 18+ until 8 p.m. | 21 + after 8 p.m. Wild'N Out Sport Bar and Arcade is on Facebook + Instagram

Are you looking to play like a champion and belt your heart out like a rockstar? You can do that, and more, on Wednesdays at Wild ‘N Out. The Gaslamp Quarter hotspot welcomes singers of all abilities for karaoke starting at 4 p.m. Guests may choose songs from a catalog of pop, hip hop and rock hits. Games, such as Beirut, spades, Jenga, flip cup and more are also available to play! The ‘eatertainment’ destination’s larger than life cocktails and signature dishes are available to enjoy throughout the night. 18+ until 8 p.m. | 21 + after 8 p.m. Wild'N Out Sport Bar and Arcade is on Facebook + Instagram

The Division of Arts and Humanities at UC San Diego is proud to present the "Improvisation in Rast-Panjgah" concert by Amir Hossein Pourjavadi on setar and Pejman Hadadi on tombak on May 26, 2022 at 7 p.m. at the Qualcomm Institute (Atkinson Hall/UC San Diego). This concert is presented in collaboration with the Persian Cultural Center of San Diego, and has been made possible by the Chehreazad Endowed Funds for the Arts at UC San Diego. The event is open and free for the public, UC San Diego faculty, students and staff, and members of the Persian Cultural Center. Parking in Gilman Parking Structure RSVPs requested to galleryqi@ucsd.edu. An important note: QI adheres to current UC San Diego guidelines regarding COVID-19 and public safety. Complete guidelines are available on the Return to Learn website. Students, staff, faculty, and UC Affiliates must show their daily symptom screener and must have green thumb to attend. Non-affiliate attendees are encouraged to test within 24 hours of the event. Persian Cultural Center is on Facebook + Instagram

Little is known about the mosquito species known as Culex lactator. But it belongs to a group of mosquitoes known to carry diseases and researchers are worried about what will happen.

San Diego’s Golden Hall has been a shelter for hundreds of homeless people since 2019.

Thursday June 9 comedy is back at Amplified Ales East Village with Ryan O'Flanagan from Comedy Central headlining. Featured performers are Logan Guntzelman, Tatiana Cwiklinski, and Steven Ghabbour. Show starts at 8 p.m. Limited Seating. This night is sponsored by Old Harbor Distilling. Riff City Comedy hosts a comedy show bringing the best comedians from San Diego, Los Angeles, New York and around the country. We pride ourselves on creating the best atmosphere and experience for comedians and guests alike in what we think is the best room in the city. The show starts at 8 p.m. and typically has 3-5 comedians on the billing including the headliner. Past performers have been Erik Griffin, Hannah Einbinder, Moses Storm, Brody Stevens, Taylor Tomlinson, Brian Simpson, Eddie Pepitone, Eleanor Kerrigan, Beth Stelling, Jesus Trejo, Jeremiah Watkins, Josh Potter and many more