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Leo Varadkar announced he will step down as taoiseach, or prime minister, within weeks as soon as his Fine Gael party chooses a successor.

The Manhattan Transfer has achieved an incomparable career of pop and jazz hits, a legacy that defines the group as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. The legendary quartet has won 10 Grammy Awards out of 20 nominations and has been inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. Their dynamic performances and sense of style have led them to become one of the most iconic music groups in the world. With their enduring creativity, energy, and joy in their music, the group has joined the pantheon of the entertainment industry. Recognized for their unique sound, The Manhattan Transfer has also recorded with an impressive array of artists, including Tony Bennett, Bette Midler, Smokey Robinson, Laura Nyro, Phil Collins, B.B. King, Chaka Khan, James Taylor, and Frankie Valli. The group has released 19 singles and 29 albums over their incredible career and their music has been widely featured in major films and television shows. Their 50th anniversary celebration will see the release of FIFTY, the new album, and a 5-disc historic CD boxed set. With sold-out world tours and record sales in the millions, The Manhattan Transfer continues to bring unique and extraordinary melodic and jazz-infused vocals to new and established audiences, spanning generations. Special Guest: The Diva Jazz Orchestra For more information visit: amphitheater.ucsd.edu

San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond said the tax is hurting families and businesses, leading to people leaving California. He wants the state to suspend the upcoming gas tax increase.

For some cats, leashed walks "can certainly create environmental enrichment, get them some more exercise," says veterinarian Grace Cater. Other cats? Not so much.

The Aztecs host Cal State Fullerton at Steve Fisher Court at Viejas Arena and will raise banners honoring its 2023 Mountain West regular-season and tournament crowns as well as its first appearance in the Final Four. The game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. and will be broadcast on FS1. For more information visit: goaztecs.com

The annual "Peace in Israel" week continues on the campus of UC San Diego. Students with the organization Tritons for Israel are sponsoring several events advocating for Israeli self-determination.

Sensationalized and out-of-context videos from influencers are helping to elevate the false and racist rumors that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio are eating pets.

Useful tricks, tips and life hacks from Life Kit's May episodes.

Sip, sketch, and color at our holiday art class with archaeological illustrator Donna Walker. Learn how to draw the native plant Toyon Berry, also known as California Holly, then color your creation with Prismacolor, an oil-based color pencil that blends and looks like watercolor when finished. You’ll learn techniques to give your objects depth and definition – gone will be the flat-looking images, yours will look 3-D! Finish by turning your drawing into a personalized holiday card. Tickets include all art supplies and 2 drinks per person. For more information visit: sandiegoarchaeology.org Stay Connected on Facebook

The United Nations said that one of its aid workers was killed and another injured when their vehicle was struck on Monday in Rafah in southern Gaza.