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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, helped lead federal efforts to protect women from domestic violence and recognize Juneteenth as a national holiday. She announced she had pancreatic cancer in June.

Oceanside Theatre Company’s newest exhibit “Black Perspective: A Celebration of Community, Family & Heritage” runs through March 24 at the Brooks Theater Gallery in the lobby of the Sunshine Brooks Theater in Oceanside and can be viewed cost-free.Thematically aligned with two of the theater’s major events at the beginning of the year, “Black Perspective” complements the performing arts taking place on stage. The first event, “Generational Black Pioneers: Oceanside Firsts” on February 17 and 18, highlights black leaders who have fought for change in Oceanside. In March, OTC is thrilled to produce the San Diego Premiere of “Chicken & Biscuits,” a feel-good comedy written by black playwright Douglas Lyons and centered around the complex dynamics of a modern black family. Lyons was one of a record-breaking eight black playwrights whose work was on Broadway in 2021, but forced to shutdown due to ongoing Covid cases. Featuring 29 artists, 12 of whom are showing at the Brooks Theater Gallery for the first time, “Black Perspective” includes a myriad of different styles including portraits, sculptures, nail art, and powerful social justice themes. Artists include Laurie Batter, Quincy Brooks, Brooklyn Burroughs, Rhya Cawley, Jackie E Diaz, Laurie Forgy, Phaya (Phyllis) Gifford, Annie Elizabeth Kilgore, Domonique A King, Elizabeth Man, Robert McPherson, Carole Quinn-Nylander, Bonnie Lee Roth, Eva Shaw, Gwen Small, Krista Timberlake and more. For artist profiles, visit here. Exhibit dates: Jan. 9 through Mar. 26 On view before/during most main-stage events at the Brooks Theater, or by appointment at 760-994-5975. Note: A temporary exhibit of rock photography will be on display during the Oceanside International Film Festival Feb. 20-24. Open gallery hours/events for the "Black Perspectives" exhibition: Feb. 9, 6–9 p.m. Neil Diamond Tribute Concert Feb. 10, 1–3:30 p.m. Stevie Wonder Tribute Concert Feb. 14, 5–8 p.m. Stand Up Comedy Show Feb. 18, 2–4 p.m. Black Pioneers of Oceanside Mar. 7, 5–9 p.m. Carvin Jones "Chicken & Biscuits" performances: Mar. 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24. Related links: Oceanside Theatre Company: website | Instagram | Facebook

Leonard Riggio transformed the publishing industry by building Barnes & Noble into the country’s most powerful bookseller before his company was overtaken by the rise of Amazon.

An exit poll in Ireland's parliamentary election suggested the three biggest parties have won roughly equal shares and the country is headed for another coalition government.

King Charles III, keen to show that he can be a unifying figure, will be crowned in a ceremony that will for the first time include faiths other than the Church of England.

Pulitzer Prizes honor American achievements in journalism, letters and drama, and music. They are widely recognized as the most prestigious awards in their field within the United States.

The Earworm Eraser is a 40-second audio track specifically designed to banish "Jingle Bells," "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and other much-too-catchy seasonal tunes.

A critical quote about Malcolm X that has been attributed to King has been taught for decades. But King didn't say the words that appeared in an article by Alex Haley, says biographer Jonathan Eig.

The parliamentary election will decide the next government, and will show whether Ireland bucks the global trend of incumbents being ousted by disgruntled voters.

The Shakespeare Pub and Shakespeare Corner Shoppe and Afternoon Tea both have special food and drink offerings to celebrate the big day.