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The last time there were so few .300 hitters, MLB took drastic steps to spark offense the next season. Now, with strikeouts (and home runs) way up, there's no easy fix for beleaguered batters.

As accusations of genocide in Gaza mount against Israel, NPR looks at how the term is defined legally and why previously reticent scholars have changed their minds.

Thanks to the inclusion of several gigantic hits like "WAP" and "Up" that had never appeared on an album, Cardi B's Am I the Drama? was guaranteed platinum status before it was even released.

Hosted by Meghna Chakrabarti, On Point is a unique, curiosity-driven combination of original reporting, newsmaker interviews, first-person stories, and in-depth analysis, making the world more intelligible and humane. When the world is more complicated than ever, we aim to make sense of it together. On Point is produced by WBUR.

The National Guard has been deployed many times historically. Experts say the president's decision to deploy the Guard as a blanket response to crime in D.C. is a departure from its intended mission.

Two nonprofits filed arguments with the Fourth District Court of Appeal last week, asking the court to reconsider a claim they filed in 2024 that the environmental impact report for the Hell’s Kitchen lithium mine near the Salton Sea neglects potential problems with air quality, water use, hazardous materials and tribal cultural resources.

Mexican Independence Day Celebration Saturday, September 13, 2025 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Globe's outdoor Copley Plaza Enjoy an exciting lineup of local artists and cultural offerings including performances by Mariachi Continental SD, DanzArts, Radical Ensamble, Tato Monraz and Ricardo Arredondo, Música del Barrio, and Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro. We are honored to celebrate this event with the Mexican Consulate in San Diego with a special guest appearance of Ambassador Alicia Kerber, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego, to commemorate this day by reciting “El Grito”, followed by a sing-along of the National Anthem. Hosts include Rudy Acosta and Myrel Soto. AXIS is produced by Family and Cross-cultural Programs Manager Valeria Vega. Schedule: 10:45 a.m.: Música del Barrio pre-show music 11:00 a.m.: Welcome with hosts Rudy Acosta and Myrel Soto11:05 a.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #1 11:22 a.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #1 11:34 a.m.: Radican Ensamble choir/music performance 12:00 p.m.: Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro live music and charro dance performance 12:16 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ set and dance break 12:27 p.m.: Tato Monraz and Ricardo Arredondo live music performance 12:43 p.m. DanzArts folklorico dance performance #2 12:57 p.m.: “El Grito” with special guest appearance of Ambassador Alicia Kerber, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego1:07 p.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #2 1:17 p.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #3 1:25 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ Set 1:30 p.m. Event ends _____________________________________ Celebración de la Independencia de México Sábado 13 de septiembre de 2025 11:00 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. Plaza Copley en el teatro Old Globe, ubicado en Parque Balboa La serie de eventos AXIS presenta la Celebración de la Independencia de México, con una emocionante cartelera de artistas locales y ofertas culturales incluyendo a Mariachi Continental SD, DanzArts, Radical Ensamble, Tato Monraz y Ricardo Arredondo, Música del Barrio, y Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro. Con la participación especial de la Embajadora Alicia Kerber, Cónsul General de México en San Diego, quién recitará “El Grito” seguido de un canto del Himno Nacional. Los maestros de ceremonias incluyen a Rudy Acosta y Myrel Soto. AXIS es producido por Valeria Vega, Coordinadora de programas familiares y culturales. Programa: 10:45 a.m.: Música del Barrio pre-show music 11:00 a.m.: Welcome with hosts Rudy Acosta and Myrel Soto11:05 a.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #1 11:22 a.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #1 11:34 a.m.: Radican Ensamble choir/music performance 12:00 p.m.: Los Charros de Rancho del Sol de San Ysidro live music and charro dance performance 12:16 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ set and dance break 12:27 p.m.: Tato Monraz and Ricardo Arredondo live music performance 12:43 p.m. DanzArts folklorico dance performance #2 12:57 p.m.: “El Grito” with special guest appearance of Ambassador Alicia Kerber, Consul General of Mexico in San Diego1:07 p.m.: Mariachi Continental SD music performance #2 1:17 p.m.: DanzArts folklorico dance performance #3 1:25 p.m.: Música del Barrio DJ Set 1:30 p.m. Event ends The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram

Photographers and storytellers Karla Gachet and Ivan Kashinsky document cumbia music in Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina and the United States.

China's ride-hailing car drivers work long hours to get enough fares, and often live in their cars. Companies and passengers are penalizing drivers for smelly vehicles.

Westwind Brass Presents: "The Beatles: A British Invasion" at UCSD's Stuart Collection! Join us for an extraordinary evening where the vibrant sounds of Westwind Brass meet the world-renowned public art of the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego! Westwind Brass is thrilled to present a unique pop-up concert program on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at The KAHNOP, UC San Diego's captivating public art pathway of words within the Stuart Collection. Prepare for "The Beatles: A British Invasion" – a dynamic musical journey through the iconic sounds of the 60s and beyond! This program celebrates the enduring power of music, featuring beloved hits by The Beatles, Elton John, The Beach Boys, The Turtles, and more. It's a concert that journeys through history, crosses cultural borders, and showcases the incredible influence of these legendary artists. This is a free community concert! We are immensely grateful for the generous support of the Music Performance Trust Fund and the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, whose contributions make this event possible. Event Details: • Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 • Time: 6 p.m. • Location: The KAHNOP, Stuart Collection, UC San Diego • Musical Theme: "The Beatles: A British Invasion" (featuring The Beatles, Elton John, The Beach Boys, The Turtles, and more) • Cost: free and open to the public! What to Bring: • Blankets or low chairs for comfortable seating on the grass. Pro Tip: • Come early to explore some of the magnificent outdoor art installations around the Stuart Collection before the music begins! Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of music, art, and community right here in San Diego! Westwind Brass on Facebook / Instagram