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The president of one of Lima's largest parent-teacher associations says at least 1,000 schools in the Peruvian capital are being extorted and that most are caving into the demands of the gangs.

The Persian Cultural Center and San Diego Central Library present an unforgettable celebration of Hafez, the 14th century Persian poet of love, peacemaking and reconciliation. UCSD world history and cultures librarian, Dr. Farshad Sonboldel will lecture on Hafez and his his enduring appeal, and his central place in the literature of Iran and the rest of the world. Live Persian classical music by Dornob Trio. 700 years after his death, Hafez is the only writer to have a national holiday named after him. The Persian Cultural Center is a non-profit, non-religious and non-political national organization. Our mission is to provide an enriching and welcoming environment for all who seek to strengthen the bonds of community, culture and cross-cultural understanding. Subscribe to our Peyk Magazine published in print and online in both English and Persian. Persian Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Pink Martini, the globetrotting “little orchestra,” helmed by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, returns to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park to celebrate their 30th anniversary year with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra. A night of big, bold, genre-defying songs brings the audience on a trip through time and space. Featuring lead singer China Forbes, this band is “impressive at every musician’s station,” as Variety says; “the ensemble produces music that’s charming and elegant.”

You can't always know that it's a great year for new music while it's happening, but there was a sense from the very start of 2024 that we were in for a ride.

President Trump was greeted like royalty during his four-day trip to the Middle East, his first major foreign trip of this second term, where it was all about business deals and not moral leadership.

The world’s foremost fado singer, Mariza is heiress to the state of mind of the Portuguese people. She has risen to world heritage status, made the world her stage, and seduced the most demanding audiences. With over 30 platinum albums and numerous national and international awards, Mariza is one of the most complete and respected artists in the world. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/mariza/ Mariza on Facebook / Instagram

Anthony Nel, of Texas, became a U.S. citizen as a teen. But a flaw in a Trump administration citizenship tool flagged him as a potential noncitizen, which led to his voter registration being canceled.

The mission to take four astronauts on a trip around the moon and back, previously targeting a launch at the end of 2025, has been delayed until at least April, 2026.

Experience Cabrillo National Monument at night during this once-a-year event and some of San Diego’s best views - all while supporting one of the area's natural and historic treasures. Enjoy culinary arts provided by Wild Thyme, divine desserts, wine and craft brew tastings and live music by acclaimed jazz musician Gilbert Castellanos and musical guests from the Young Lions Jazz Conservatory. For questions email emily@cnmf.org.

"Weird Al" Yankovic has no trouble tapping into his dorkiness. Perhaps that's the secret to his decades-spanning appeal. On this week's Wild Card with Rachel Martin, he talks about aging into his weirdness.