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Our top picks for film festivals in San Diego this season: Asian, Italian and LGBTQ+ film festival fill local cinemas.

Wapacheros is a dynamic SoCal Chicano trio hailing from San Diego, renowned for their distinctive “guitar-centric bordertown cumbia boogie” sound. The band features El Tio on drums, Ritchie on guitar, and Pedro on bass, each bringing their unique flair to the group’s vibrant performances. Their music seamlessly blends traditional cumbia rhythms with rock and roll, creating an infectious energy that resonates with diverse audiences. This fusion pays homage to their cultural roots while offering a fresh and modern twist on classic genres. Their engaging stage presence and unique sound have garnered them a dedicated following. Whether performing at intimate venues or larger festivals, Wapacheros consistently delivers high-energy shows that invite audiences to dance and celebrate the rich tapestry of Chicano culture. Wapacheros has graced numerous venues across San Diego, including notable performances at Winston’s in Ocean Beach and Hoppy Daze in Chula Vista. They have also collaborated with other local acts, such as Ventures a Go-Go, further enriching the city’s vibrant music scene. Experience the vibrant fusion of cumbia and rock with Wapacheros—a true embodiment of San Diego’s diverse musical landscape. Visit: https://artcenter.org/event/musica-en-la-plaza-wapacheros/ Wapacheros on Instagram and Facebook

The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.

"The Americans are proposing the parties end the war by the beginning of this summer," Zelenskyy said, speaking to reporters on Friday.

The state of California years ago mandated that all public high school students take an ethnic studies course to graduate. Now, the Governor is pausing funding — leaving districts in limbo.

Join us for Salsa Night on select summer evenings and spice up your night with live music, dancing, and bold Cali-Baja flavors from Rumorosa. Starting at 6 p.m., enjoy handcrafted cocktails, beer specials, and delicious bites like Chorizo & Beef Albondigas, Rumorosa Chicken Sliders, Fried Cauliflower, and a street corn–topped Lobster Roll. Admission is free, with food and drink specials plus 3-hours of complimentary parking—just bring your energy and dancing shoes! Reservations are not required for Salsa Nights, and dinner walk-ins are always welcome. Reservations are available on OpenTable. Rumorosa on Instagram

The deployment and the quickening pace of U.S. strikes, including one Friday, raised new speculation about how far the Trump administration may go in operations it says are targeted at drug trafficking.

The annual contest for students in grades four through 12 is back for its eighth year — this time with a special prize for a podcast that marks the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Guests are invited sip on fine wines and taste a variety of delicacies at the beautiful Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Golf Club & Spa's newly renovated Lawn. This is an elegant VIP event for true fine wine lovers, located in one of San Diego County's most beautiful coastal cities – Carlsbad. The limited number of tickets sell out quickly (due to the rarity of the wines being poured). A champagne reception is just the prelude to an evening of sampling hard-to-find trophy wines, some already out of circulation and impossible to find are poured, to an adoring crowd dressed in their finest casual/elegant resort wear. Visit: https://www.californiawinefestival.com/carlsbad California Wine Festival on Instagram and Facebook

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff resigned Sunday over the furor surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.