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The former prime minister defended his actions, saying they were a safeguard during the coronavirus pandemic and that he would have made the appointments public had he needed to use the powers.

Spend New Year's Day 2022 aboard a yacht sipping mimosas and enjoying a delicious brunch. Bring your appetite, because Flagship's New Year's Brunch Cruise includes all your breakfast and brunch favorites. Treat yourself to a Three-Egg Omelette, Banana Foster French Toast, Chicken and Waffles, Carnitas Chilaquiles and more. It's an opportunity to replenish yourself with scenic sights, music and fresh air. Gather your group and join us aboard a relaxing cruise around San Diego Bay. Boarding begins at 10:30 am, cruising is from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Space is limited to ensure comfort and safe cruising. Get your tickets today!

The Elizabeth Hospice invites individuals interested in helping adults and children facing the challenges associated with a life-limiting illness and those grieving the death of a loved one to a free volunteer orientation session via Zoom videoconferencing. Hospice volunteers are an important part of the care team at The Elizabeth Hospice and have an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life. Attendees will learn about a wide variety of virtual and in-person opportunities throughout San Diego County and Southwest Riverside County, including: serving as a patient companion, providing caregiver respite, performing aromatherapy, sewing Cuddle Bears, officiating at veteran pinning ceremonies, and much more. Information will be provided on both the application and training process. An email address and a device with a camera interface are needed to participate in the training session or attendees can join by phone. Prospective volunteers can choose from the following dates: • December 14, 2021 from 10:00am to 11:00am • January 6, 2022 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm • January 17, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm • February 4, 2022 from 10:00am to 11:00am • February 15, 2022 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm To ensure a place at the volunteer orientation session, please contact the Volunteer Department at 800-797-2050 or send an email to volunteer@ehospice.org .

Days of widespread drug cartel arson and shootings in four Mexican states last week have left people asking why drug cartels exploded, and what do they want.

Oceanside city officials have voted to move ahead with a plan to build underwater barriers to retain sand along the city's shrinking beaches. But the project will face opposition from beach communities to the south, and it is unlikely to win approval from the California Coastal Commission. Meanwhile, California could receive billions of dollars from the federal infrastructure plan approved on Tuesday. Plus, The Old Globe Theatre returns with ‘Hair.’

After Russia's invasion, Ukraine announced martial law in February and issued a travel ban, so most men couldn't leave the country. Many have since felt trapped and worry they'll be drafted to fight.

Kenya's Deputy President William Ruto wins the country's presidential election in a tightly fought race.

On Monday, the Taliban marked the first anniversary since they retook power in Afghanistan. Taliban security forces celebrated in Kabul. But many Afghans stayed home — and are struggling to survive.

The elections had been hailed as step forward for Kenyan democracy, with politicians focused on economic issues rather than tribal mobilization. Across Nairobi, scenes of celebration mixed with anger.

Mexico's president has begun exploring plans to sidestep congress to hand formal control of the National Guard to the army.