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A money-obsessed NYC matchmaker is wooed by a financial investor and a cater waiter in a romantic drama that has its protagonist finding strength and emotional growth via a side character's suffering.

One reason for the seemingly endless upward trajectory of rents is how expensive it is to build new apartments in California. Those costs are a major contributor to “break-even rents,” or what must be charged for a project to be financially feasible.

Michael B. Jordan plays twin brothers in Ryan Coogler's genre-blending film set in 1932 Mississippi, mixing supernatural horror with real-world Black history and music.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog spoke with NPR in his official residence in Jerusalem on Wednesday, as President Trump was still weighing whether to intervene.

A new $7.4 billion opioid settlement for Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family has been approved by all U.S. states and territories

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady Wednesday as President Trump's tariffs threaten to raise prices and drag down economic growth.

The condensed five-day event features more than 100 films from around the world, plus live music, food and an art market.

Event Details: Get ready to ignite your Cinco De Mayo with a sizzling celebration on Saturday, May 3, at the Fifth Avenue Promenade in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter! This free event promises a day bursting with thrilling activities and festive entertainment that'll leave you craving for more. What to Expect: • ¡Viva Latin Rhythms! Prepare to dance to the beat of lively Latin music with electrifying live performances throughout the day. • Lucha Libre Madness: Brace yourself for heart-pounding Lucha Libre matches, featuring jaw-dropping acrobatics and masked marvels that'll keep you on the edge of your seat! Stick around to meet and greet the fearless wrestlers up close and personal. • Artisan Market Extravaganza: Dive into a sea of vibrant colors and authentic flavors at the artisan market, where Mexican vendors will showcase their finest crafts and culinary delights, bringing the spirit of Mexico to life! • Culinary Delights and Thirst-Quenching Libations: Indulge in mouthwatering Mexican cuisine and festive drinks with exclusive specials from Gaslamp's finest restaurants and bars, ensuring your taste buds join in on the fiesta! • Low Rider Car Showcase: Marvel at the iconic low rider cars on display and cast your vote for the "People's Choice" award, honoring the most impressive ride of the day! Gaslamp: The Ultimate Cinco De Mayo Destination! Gaslamp proudly boasts over 15 Mexican restaurants, the most of any neighborhood in the City! Embark on a culinary journey and savor the flavors of Mexico right here in the Gaslamp Quarter, making it the ultimate destination to celebrate Cinco De Mayo in style! Get ready to revel in the excitement and embrace the spirit of Cinco De Mayo like never before at the Explosive Cinco De Mayo Fiesta in the Gaslamp! Bring along your amigos and familia for a day filled with non-stop fun, cultural immersion, and unforgettable memories! For more information, visit https://gaslamp.org/events/. Let's make this fiesta one for the books!

Ready to expand your writer’s toolkit? This workshop dives into figurative language—similes, metaphors, personification, synesthetic language, and more—as powerful techniques to add flair and dimension to your prose. Through creative exercises and practice with reverse engineering examples, you’ll analyze figurative language on a technical level and study what makes it successful. Using what you learn, you’ll practice creating your own examples. Learning objectives: By the end of the workshop, participants will… Have a framework for developing their own figurative writing style Learn to how to analyze effective figurative writing Be able to identify different types of figurative writing techniques Ideal for creative writers of any genre who want to broaden their stylistic options and elevate key moments in their work. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-06-22-beyond-the-literal-with-jamie-li/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

Israel launched an airstrike on Iran overnight. Blasts were heard in the capital Tehran around 3am local time. Israel's defense ministry warned it expects missile and drone retaliation.