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NPR's Gaza producer faced Israeli military fire, private U.S. contractors pointing laser beams at his forehead and masked thieves as he tried to get food from a U.S.-supported group.

South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, faces possible imprisonment over his declaration of martial law last month. The formal arrest comes days after he was apprehended.

The legendary TV host of game shows "Tic-Tac-Dough" and "Gambit" died at his home in Rancho Mirage, California. He had been battling lymphoma for a year.

The perfect event for spooky season, "The Phantom of the Opera" (1925) marked the first adaptation of the 1910 horror novel by French author Gaston Leroux. Lon Chaney plays the titular character, a talented but deformed virtuoso who haunts the halls of the Paris Opera House as he attempts to make his protégé and love interest, Christine, into a star. This event is part of San Diego Theatres’ Silent Movie Mondays series, which features famous silent films accompanied by the Balboa Theatre’s historic theatre organ, played live by acclaimed organists. Learn more about it at https://sandiegotheatres.org/silent-movie-mondays. General admission tickets are $24, with a discount available for seniors, students, and members of our military. For those who are interested in a more premium experience, reserved VIP seating is available for $39. Includes premium seating and admission to a pre-show prelude that includes a discussion with the organist about the history and theme of the film. Visit: https://sandiegotheatres.org/event/2024/10/phantom-opera-1925 San Diego Theaters on Instagram and Facebook

Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended against flu shots containing the ingredient thimerosal. Why is the additive, safely used since the 1930s, being questioned again?

On a state visit, France's president announced the loan of the tapestry embroidered with scenes of the 1066 Norman invasion. It will return to the U.K. for the first time in more than 900 years.

Temps soar in Brazil's summer (from December to March). Low-income favelas would benefit from green roofs but there are two problems: Cost. And a typical design that's too heavy for a favela home.

El precio promedio del estado en el surtidor ha subido 55 centavos con respecto a hace un año a medida que entra en vigor la mezcla de verano más cara, con un aumento del impuesto a la gasolina a partir del 1 de julio. Los legisladores quieren saber qué está haciendo un nuevo organismo de control para ayudar a los consumidores.

Some hospitals are bringing in dogs to spend entire shifts with doctors and nurses. The trained canines help staff cope with the stress of their work amid high levels of burnout.

In honor of Arts, Culture and Creativity Month Escondido Choral Arts and the California Center for the Arts will host The Center Chorale, Pacific Coast Chorale, The Center Children’s Chorus, City Ballet Orchestra, Cinballera Dance Company, esteemed soloists, and professional ensembles for an extraordinary collaborative performance in the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Concert Hall. This free community concert is sponsored by the City of Escondido, as part of their Arts, Culture, & Creativity month. Conducted by ECAF Artistic Director John Nettles, the concert celebrates the diverse artistic talents within the region, offering an inspiring showcase of music, dance, and collaboration. Artist Dave Eassa will lead a collaborative art-making session during First Wednesday on April 2 in the Concert Hall Lobby. Admission is free, while it is first come first served, please RSVP to receive 20% off concessions with your printed reservation. Visit: https://artcenter.org/event/first-wednesday-escondido-choral-arts/ California Center for the Arts on Instagram and Facebook