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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Professor Mahmood Mamdani about his new book, "Slow Poison." The book is a firsthand report on the tragic unraveling of Uganda's struggle for independence.

Inflation, rising food prices and the high cost of living have been top of mind for consumers all year. But then Olive Garden offers an unlimited pasta meal, or a chain steakhouse restaurant sells a steak dinner with two sides for less than 30 bucks. So, how are chains able to keep prices as low as they do in this economy?

1 Night. 17 Stops. Endless Fun! Thursday, September 11 | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Check-in begins at 5:45 p.m. at Old Town Market 4010 Twiggs St. or Casa Guadalajara 4105 Taylor St. Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable journey through the charming streets of historic Old Town San Diego! This culinary extravaganza offers a unique opportunity for guests to indulge in the rich flavors and diverse cuisines that make this neighborhood a local gem. As you embark on your self-guided tour, you'll receive a comprehensive map that will guide you to the very best Old Town restaurants. The participating restaurants will showcase their signature dishes and offer tantalizing samples for guests to savor. For those seeking an enhanced experience, upgrade your tickets with the Tequila Tour. You will be treated to a sample cocktail from select participating restaurants. Sip on expertly crafted margaritas, innovative craft cocktails, or refreshing mezcal creations as you delve deeper into the vibrant flavors of Old Town. Visit: https://www.oldtownsandiego.org/taste/

A private non-profit operates over 200 cameras with live facial recognition in New Orleans. The system raises questions about privacy, legal authority and who should control surveillance technology.

Former homicide prosecutor Matt Murphy says the LA district attorney's office will need to determine Nick Reiner's mental state as the investigation into Rob and Michele Reiner's killings continues.

Pakistan banned a hard-line Islamist party on Thursday, more than a week after heated clashes with police that left at least five people dead.

First, the San Diego City Council delayed voting on a series of increases to water and sewage rates in the city. The Citizens Law Enforcement Review Board or CLERB can now investigate healthcare providers in San Diego County jails. Then, we get reaction to an announcement made to almost every general, admiral and senior enlisted leader in the military. Then, we discuss how constant negative headlines in the news can ultimately affect our health. Finally, the Italian Film Festival kicks off its 19th year!

The U.S. military said Monday that it attacked three boats accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing a total of eight people as scrutiny is intensifying in Congress.

A brain surgeon explains how children’s brains work and how screen time might have an impact on how young brains develop.

American composer Christopher Cerrone's "All Wounds Bleed" is a contemporary retelling of the legend of Echo and Narcissus, the abandoned goddess Hera, and the price of unrequited love. The thirty minute work for three voices and small ensemble features singers Emily Barger, Julia Anne Cordani, and Miguel Zazueta. Peter Maxwell Davies' "The Medium" is a portrait of a character whose life is shrouded in mystery. Is she a mystic, a person without a country, the victim of an unspeakable crime? Davies' monodrama, featuring mezzo soprano Julia Anne Cordani, is a vocal and emotional tour-de-force that is timely and unforgettable. "All Wounds Bleed" - Christopher Cerrone (2013) "The Medium" - Peter Maxwell Davies (1981) May 7 & May 9, 2025 7 p.m. Conrad Prebys Music Center - Experimental Theater General: $20 | UC San Diego Faculty, Staff, Alumni: $10 | All Students : Free with ID Purchase Online at music.ucsd.edu/tickets Visit: https://www.kallisti-ensemble.com/chamber-operas