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Rooted in African-American freedom struggles and Igbo cosmology, The Skeuomorph unfolds as a poetic meditation on technological agency and the myths we encode in our machines. At the center of the exhibition stands BLKBX (BB)—a sculptural object, a "smarter" speaker and a speculative AI entity trained on documents of African American and African Diasporic histories, biographies and philosophies of freedom. Through a multisensory installation featuring reimagined political speeches, archival fragments, and layered sonic environments, the exhibition invites visitors to consider how history reverberates in the present—shaping the voices we amplify, the ones we silence, and the futures we imagine. Co-sponsored by the Department of Visual Arts Visiting Speaker Series, this event includes panel discussion with Louis Chude-Sokei, Professor and George and Joyce Wein Chair of English and Director of the African American and Black Diaspora Studies Program at Boston University; in addition to recently publishing The Sound of Culture: Diaspora and Black Technopoetics (2015), Chude-Sokei collaborated with Berlin based electronic artists Mouse on Mars, with whom he produced the album Anarchic Artificial Intelligence (2021). Event moderated by Amy Alexander, Professor of Visual Arts and Gallery QI committee co-chair and Robert Twomey, Assistant Teaching Professor of Visual Arts and Committee Member of the Department of Visual Arts Visiting Speaker Series. Chude-Sokei and Mendi Obadike will participate via Zoom. Gallery QI on Facebook / Instagram

Prosecutors in Jair Bolsonaro's coup-plotting trial deliver closing arguments this week, with the former Brazilian president facing a possible 40-year sentence.

Trump tells NATO members they need to cut off Russia energy purchases before he will take bigger steps to isolate Russia over its war in Ukraine.

The 12 profiles featured in this edited book highlight the positive aspects of the U.S.-China engagement, which began in earnest after diplomatic relations were established in 1979.

Protests targeting an Israeli-owned team have seized the limelight at Spain's version of the Tour de France. The team under fire issued a statement saying that quitting the race is out of the question.

Join us for our upcoming Compost Giveaway Event! This event is available for City of San Diego residents only! Have you ever wondered what happens after you toss yard trimmings and food scraps into your green bin? The organic waste is collected and brought to the Miramar Greenery (located at the Miramar Landfill) where it is turned into compost! This compost is available at no cost to residents of the City of San Diego and can be picked up during normal business hours. To increase opportunities for residents to pick up compost, I Love A Clean San Diego and the City of San Diego are partnering to host Compost Giveaways on select weekends. Get your hands on some nutrient-rich compost for your garden at no cost. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to give their plants a boost. Swing by and grab some compost to help your garden thrive! Things to bring: - Shovel - Gloves - Containers - Tarp and bungees for truck beds (ALL TRUCK BEDS MUST BE COVERED!) Things to know: - Be prepared to self load compost - All participants are required to sign a release waiver Please be aware, in order to collect compost you are required to sign a waiver. All participants will need to sign a waiver upon entering the event. About the Miramar Greenery: At the Miramar Greenery, compost is made from yard trimmings and food scraps that have been ground, placed in windrows, turned and watered for 70 days. During this time, microorganisms digest the carbon and nitrogen rich mixture, causing the windrow to sustain temperatures of 140-165 F. This process eliminates most weed seeds and pathogens while breaking down the organic material into beneficial soil nutrients. Finished compost is screened to a particle size of one-half inch or less which also removes film plastic from the final product. For more information, visit https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/miramar Practical Application and Benefits: Compost can be used as an amendment to improve soil texture and increase nutrient and water holding capacity. In San Diego, where soil lacks many essential plant nutrients, mixing compost in with the soil is one of the best things you can do for your yard and garden. Note: This event will occur rain or shine, however if severe weather occurs the days leading up to the event, the event will be rescheduled or canceled. If needed, registrants will receive electronic communication as soon as possible before the event. This event is made possible by the City of San Diego Environmental Services Department and facilitated by I Love A Clean San Diego. I Love A Clean San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Nepal 's president appointed former Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki as interim prime minister. She is the first woman to head the nation's government.

June 28, 2025 at 8 p.m. at the San Diego County Fair Big Gigantic, the Denver-based duo of Dominic Lalli and Jeremy Salken, masterfully blend electronic dance music with live instruments, creating a unique and uplifting sound. Fusing jazz, hip-hop, funk, and dubstep, their music combines intricate melodies, cinematic production, and Lalli’s signature saxophone. Since their debut in 2009, Big Gigantic has captivated audiences with high-energy performances and hit albums. Their 2016 release, "Brighter Future," featured collaborations with Logic, ROZES, Waka Flocka Flame, and Cherub, amassing hundreds of millions of streams. Their music has been featured by major brands like Apple, HBO, and the NBA, and in trailers for "Valerian" and "Dirty Grandpa." About Summer Nights at The Sound: Summer evenings heat up with glow-in-the-dark lasers, side-splitting comedy, and can't-find-it-anywhere-else entertainment at Summer Nights at The Sound! Attendance to Summer Nights at The Sound shows require a paid admission ticket — prices vary, see event listings for details. Tickets to Summer Nights at the Sound include same-day admission to the 2025 San Diego County Fair — a tremendous value! Shows are all ages. San Diego County Fair on Facebook / Instagram / X

A plane carrying more than 300 workers from South Korea who were detained during an immigration raid at a battery factory in Georgia last week left Atlanta around noon Thursday, bound for South Korea.

A beloved teacher arrested for soliciting a minor. A coach convicted of sexual abuse. A school district hit with a multi-million-dollar jury verdict for failing to protect students.