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This screening is part of a series of contemporary Mexican films, in partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego and made possible by Hyundai. Esta presentación es parte de una serie de cine mexicano contemporáneo, en colaboración con el Consulado General de México en San Diego. Directors: Juan Francisco Urrusti | Runtime: 125 minutes | Year: 2017 | Rating: UR | Country: Mexico | Language: Spanish w/ English subtitles | Documentary Genre: Documentary The Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) left more than a million dead and over 500 thousand refugees, of which some 20 thousand are taken in by Mexico. Among them were the filmmaker’s grandparents, parents, aunt, and some of their friends. A tragedy of epic dimensions that turned into the eventful stories of survival and assimilation by the subjects, recalling their experiences and revealing the shared history between Mexico and Spain in the 20th century and beyond. Ticket Prices: Free Screening. RSVP Required. Seating is not guaranteed. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the screening time to secure a seat. Ticket required. For more information visit: digitalgym.org Stay Connected on Social Media Instagram / Facebook

In writer Tanja Maljartschuk's novel, the narrator's malaise and weakening attachment to time serve as a metaphor for today's Ukraine, as well as for other struggling democracies, including our own.

Investigators with the National Science Foundation's watchdog office will travel to Antarctica to address years-long allegations of sexual misconduct at U.S. research bases.

Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is extending what is normally a one-day celebration to include the entire weekend this year. It is a free, family-friendly experience designed to bring the spirit of the celebration to life for San Diegans of all ages. The experience will run from May 5 through May 7. The gates will be open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. The Fiesta de Reyes courtyard at the north end of the state park will be full of vibrant décor, traditional Mexican street food stations, mariachis as well as folklorico dancing and local music entertainers on the Fiesta de Reyes stage. Face painters will be on hand during the weekend. The Fiesta de Reyes courtyard is surrounded by 19 specialty shops offering gift items from clothing to jewelry, toys and home décor as well as locally produced chocolate, olive oil products and hot sauces. Guests wanting a more thrilling experience can try a guided ghost tour of local haunts in the park. Casa de Reyes Restaurant in the middle of the Fiesta de Reyes plaza is featuring traditional Mexican recipes along with specialty drinks all served in a warm al fresco setting. Additional dining options include stands selling tamales, elotes, churros, champurada and other foods and drinks.

Parks After Dark returns for the summer, transforming four San Diego parks into the biggest and best FREE parties every weekend. Bring your family and friends! Parks After Dark features live music and entertainment, games, activities for all ages, and free meals for kids. Parks After Dark will be held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for eight weeks, from July 6 through Aug. 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the City Heights, Linda Vista, Memorial, and Skyline Hills Recreation Centers. Visit https://www.sandiegoparksfoundation.org/parks-after-dark

Parks After Dark returns for the summer, transforming four San Diego parks into the biggest and best FREE parties every weekend. Bring your family and friends! Parks After Dark features live music and entertainment, games, activities for all ages, and free meals for kids. Parks After Dark will be held every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for eight weeks, from July 6 through Aug. 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the City Heights, Linda Vista, Memorial, and Skyline Hills Recreation Centers. Visit https://www.sandiegoparksfoundation.org/parks-after-dark

In 2023, six nations were able to eliminate virtually all cases of at least one of the illnesses on the World Health Organization's priority list of "neglected tropical diseases."

Join us for the 7th Annual Alley Art Festival Nonprofit curated, inclusive and innovative art festival experience to inspire creative minds to be returning to Historic Downtown Vista, July 22, 2023 The Alley Art Festival is teaming up with Backfence Society and they are bringing Alley Art Back to Downtown Vista and celebrating ELEVATED760's 1 year anniversary! Join us on Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 4:00 p.m – 9:00 p.m. in Historic Downtown Vista in front of 110 S. Citrus Ave., Vista, California. The festival is a family-friendly, free one-day event featuring live entertainment, including music curated by Elevated760, art demonstrations, children’s art activities, an artist market, food trucks, and more! Organized by a collaboration of community arts organizations, The Backfence Society and The Vista Art Foundation, this free-to-attend, nonprofit community festival focuses on art appreciation and diversity among the San Diego and Los Angeles Art Communities, showcasing local, regional, and emerging artists. Enjoy browsing and connecting with artists who create through traditional art forms and contemporary styles. We will be hosting 75 booths of different Artists exhibiting an array of mediums from contemporary to traditional: sculptures, conceptual creations, music, paintings, and many other forms of art. The festival will also host food trucks and an artist market with canvas paintings, jewelry, paper crafts, photography, home decor, ceramics, gift items, and other artistic creations available to purchase. In addition, a children’s arts and craft station will be available to inspire budding artists, where they can create a piece of art to take home with them. Always evolving, and ever-changing, the festival welcomes any artists who push the creative envelope. All are welcome to participate and share in the inspiration and passion that artists bring to this unique experience in the Vista countryside. Seize the chance to experience a myriad of art forms up close and create memories with the one-of-a-kind Alley Art Festival. It is not too late to take part and exhibit, so vendors and artists interested in participating in the event can contact the organizer at: backfencesociety@gmail.com or Elevated760@gmail.com. Follow them on Instagram as well @AlleyArtfestival @BackfenceSociety @Elevated760 For more information visit: downtownvista.org

As much as a quarter of the Palestinian population of the crowded Jenin refugee camp has fled an Israeli military offensive, the United Nations says.

This week Turkey marked one year since the earthquake that killed more than 53,000 people in the country and left over 3 million homeless. Critics say the government hasn't met its promise to rebuild.