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The Wall Street Journal reporter is among four Americans who will be returning home as part of a massive prisoner swap announced Thursday that involves six nations and two dozen people.

India recently celebrated the 75th anniversary of its independence. Much has changed about India in the intervening years. India is now the world’s largest country by population, the fifth-largest economy globally and is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. Yet fundamental challenges remain in India’s development path. Join the 21st Century India Center for an engaging event as we bring together world-class economists to delve into current research insights and discuss how future academic work can build on this knowledge to help make progress on the most pressing economic problems India will face in the next quarter century. Keynote speech by Michael Kremer, University Professor in the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago and the co-recipient of the 2019 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel. Special lecture by Karthik Muralidharan from UC San Diego and author of the transformative new book, “Accelerating India's Development.” Agenda: 2:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. - Panel 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. - Break 4:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. - Keynote and Special Lecture 5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Reception This public event is organized by the 21st Century India Center at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy. For more information on India activities, please visit india.ucsd.edu. If you have any questions, please contact GPS Events Coordinator Curtis Bruno (c1bruno@ucsd.edu) For more information visit: gps-ucsd.zohobackstage.com

The poetry community will come to San Diego for the Robert Frost Sesquicentennial, which celebrates the poet's 150th birthday. Plus, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival and other arts events.

Unleash Your Fiesta Spirit at the San Diego Tacos & Margs Crawl®! Get ready to spice up your Cinco de Mayo weekend at the San Diego Tacos & Margs Crawl®! Many of Pacific Beach’s best bars & restaurants will host hundreds of attendees for a thrilling taco & margarita-fueled fiesta. This exciting event, hosted by Bar Crawl Nation, combines elements of a food festival, treasure hunt, and fiesta-themed bar crawl, to create an unforgettable celebration of tacos, margaritas, and fun. Event Highlights: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta: A themed kick-off party at The Avenue, followed by an all-access “crawl” to some of San Diego’s best bars & restaurants. Expect lots of tacos & margaritas, DJ entertainment, red carpet entrance with professional photography, and lots of themed giveaways! Participating Bars & Restaurants include: Break Point, Truck Stop, City Tacos, Maverick’s Beach Club, 710 Beach Club Exclusive VIP Experience: VIPs get early entry to the event, with a private party 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., featuring complimentary tacos and a margarita tasting. VIPs also receive three additional tacos at venues throughout the “crawl.” Bar Crawl Experience For All Attendees: Using the Bar Crawl Nation app (available for iPhone & Android), each spot on the crawl is an opportunity to “check-in” and spin-to-win giveaways like free tacos, margarita-themed bead necklaces, and more! The app also includes a digital map, walking directions between venues, and the ability to post photos to share with other attendees. “Complete the Crawl” for Final Prize: All guests who use the app to “check-in” at every venue will receive a credit towards shop items or future event tickets on Bar Crawl Nation’s website. Age Requirement: This event is exclusively for those 21+ years of age, with valid government-issued ID. No exceptions. Tickets: Tickets are limited and only available at BarCrawlNation.com About Bar Crawl Nation: Bar Crawl Nation® started hosting "bar crawl" events in 2015 and now operates in 30+ cities across the United States. They have toured celebrities, worked with major brands, and have created nationally recognized concepts like the Tacos & Margs Crawl®. Their first-of-its-kind Bar Crawl Nation app allows attendees to see venues on a map, post photos, "check in" at every spot, and spin-to-win prizes like free tacos. Join Us for a Fiesta to Remember! Don't miss out on the ultimate Cinco de Mayo celebration in San Diego. Grab your friends, bring your appetite, and let's make memories together at the Tacos & Margs Crawl®. Get your tickets now and prepare for a fiesta like no other! For more information visit: barcrawlnation.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Olympic athletes strive to win gold, silver and bronze medals. But there was a different prize when the games originated in Greece more than 2,700 years ago.

The first trove of medals were awarded this weekend at the Paris Olympics and fans were quick to notice that athletes were handed another prize at the podium.

Francisco Eme (1981) CDMX - OAX, is a music composer, multimedia artist, and gallery director who lives in San Diego. The Arts & Culture Director at Casa Familiar and Gallery Director at The FRONT Arte & Cultura, a trans-border art gallery in San Diego, US - Tijuana, MX, Francisco primarily works with sound in his practice, integrating other diverse disciplines as well. His work has been presented in museums, galleries and concert halls nationally and internationally. He has released collaborative music albums, and also has solo projects in various genres, mainly electroacoustic, experimental, and electronic. He is a San Diego Art Prize Awardee 2024. For more information visit: visarts.ucsd.edu Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego is thrilled to announce the inaugural Gaslamp Cinco de Mayo Festival, scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 4, 2024. This exciting event promises an immersive celebration of Mexican culture, featuring live entertainment, authentic culinary delights, and thrilling competitions that will captivate attendees of all ages. Live Latin Entertainment Bringing the heat to the Gaslamp Cinco de Mayo Festival is our sizzling lineup of live Latin entertainment! Prepare to be dazzled by the rhythmic beats and colorful choreography of Ballet Folklorico, perfectly paired with the infectious tunes of DJ Beto. From Noon till late into the night, these performances will keep the party vibes going strong, ensuring a fiesta like no other! The entertainment schedule is as follows: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM: DJ Beto + Ballet Folklorico 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM: Manny Cepeda 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM: DJ Beto + Ballet Folklorico 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM: Santana Pa Ti 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM: DJ Beto + Ballet Folklorico 4:30 PM- 6:00 PM Mariachi Dinastia 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: DJ Beto 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM: Kimba LightLucha Libre Tournament presented by World Power Wrestling Hold onto your sombreros because at the heart of our festival lies an epic showdown: San Diego's premier live Lucha Libre Tournament presented by World Power Wrestling! From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, prepare to witness jaw-dropping acrobatics and fierce rivalries as world-class luchadores take to the ring. Plus, stick around for meet and greets with your favorite wrestlers after the show – it's an opportunity you won't want to miss! Scheduled shows include: 1:30 PM 3:00 PM 4:30 PM 5:30 PM 6:30 PMSalud to Restaurant Specials! But wait, there's more! Indulge your taste buds with delectable cuisine and refreshing drinks at Gaslamp's hottest bars and restaurants. Dive into irresistible specials featuring Cinco de Mayo's favorite brands like Cazadores Tequila, Patron Tequila, Mezcal Union, and Modelo Beer, ensuring every toast is a toast to good times and great memories! ¡Salud! Artisan Mercado Looking to add a dash of Mexican flair to your life? Explore our artisan market featuring over 20 authentic Mexican vendors offering handcrafted goods. From vibrant textiles to intricate pottery, you'll find treasures to take home as souvenirs of this unforgettable day! Low Rider Competition Rev up your engines and prepare to be wowed by our Low Rider Competition! With over 60 participants vying for the spotlight, this dazzling display of automotive artistry is sure to leave you in awe. Fun for All Ages! Gaslamp Cinco De Mayo is excited to welcome a very special guest! Keep on the look out for DORA, who will be visiting with fun games, arts and crafts, and cool prizes! Come on by and say hello! #DORA is streaming now, exclusively on @paramountplus Don't miss out on the excitement – make Gaslamp Quarter your go-to destination for Cinco de Mayo this year! For more information, visit the Gaslamp Quarter website: https://gaslamp.org/cinco-de-mayo/

Lalo Alcaraz and Jorge Gutiérrez are among the big names to headline the 2024 edition of Chicano-Con.

Naturally San Diego, a nonprofit organization dedicated to stimulating growth and entrepreneurship amongst environmentally and socially-conscious consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies in San Diego County, is excited to host its Fourth Annual Pitch Slam. On April 25th, Naturally San Diego’s five emerging brand finalists will compete head-to-head in front of a panel of industry-expert judges and local audience members, with entrepreneurs from each company taking the stage. One brand will come out on top as voted on by the panel, winning a suite of prizes from the local San Diego community to help propel their company’s growth. With more than $150k worth of prizes awarded to date, these San Diego brands are being set up for success by Pitch Slam and Naturally San Diego to take their companies to the next level. This year’s Naturally San Diego Pitch Slam finalists include: - BAM - deliciously creamy, slightly nutty, gluten and dairy-free plant-based milk. - Loli's - sauces, dips and dressings that give you everything you need for gut health. - Madly Hadley - delicious plant-based organic coconut bacon and cashew parmesan. - Mesa de Vida - chef-crafted, globally-inspired meal starter sauces. - Sipwell - premium, sustainable canned wine with a can-do spirit. “Pitch Slam is a wonderful event that’s become an integral part of uplifting the CPG community in San Diego,” said Kierstin Rielly, Executive Director of Naturally San Diego. “As finalists, these brands are being supported by a powerful, dedicated network of CPG experts, business owners, investors, and consumers who are passionate about not only their success, but about growing and supporting our larger community of entrepreneurs here.” Presented by Jimbo's...Naturally!, Naturally San Diego’s Pitch Slam is open to anyone in San Diego to attend, from entrepreneurs and other professionals to investors, marketers, publicists, foodies, local residents and more. The event will take place on Thursday, April 25th from 4:00-7:30 pm at Building 177 (2875 Dewey Rd) in Liberty Station. Beyond the Pitch Slam itself, event attendees can network in-person with 350+ members of the natural products community in San Diego, enjoy hosted drinks, desserts and samples at onsite booths hosted by local restaurants and brands, vote on the People’s Choice Award, and take home a goodie bag stocked full of products and coupons from Naturally San Diego sponsors. For more information visit: naturallysandiego.glueup.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram