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Ishiba, who chosen as the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's new leader on Friday, replaces Fumio Kishida who stepped down after his government was dogged by multiple scandals.

Mutombo spent his retirement on humanitarian causes. He spoke nine languages and founded the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation, concentrating on improving the quality of life for people in the Congo.

The 62-year-old scientist turned politician campaigned on a promise to protect an expanded social safety net and fight for the poor like her predecessor, but she faces many pressing problems.

The Pompom Project is a community art class that invites people to make yarn pompoms for larger art installations. This pompom project is part of a San Diego initiative to promote art and culture in San Diego. At this event you will learn how to make pompoms with yarn and a pompom maker. You will have time to make several pompoms and take one home. The rest will become part of a large public art installation in San Diego. Craftivism is a form of activism, typically incorporating elements of anti-capitalism, environmentalism, solidarity, or third-wave feminism, that is centered on practices of craft - or what has traditionally been referred to as "domestic arts." About the Venue: Oya Art Gallery is Located in Logan Heights and run by community leader Kim Pea. The entrance is located on Commercial St. Look for the staircase with Nina Simone Mural.

Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony Come join us at Addis Ethiopian Restaurant for a unique experience of the Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony! Immerse yourself in the rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans and witness the intricate process of preparing coffee the Ethiopian way. This event is a celebration of Ethiopian culture and hospitality, where coffee is more than just a drink - it's a symbol of friendship and community. So gather your friends and family and enjoy freshly roasted and brewed Ethiopian beans, served in a traditional fashion at Addis! How It Works: Arrive between ceremony hours (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; last call at 1:30 p.m.) for a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony Ceremonies are $7/per person, and include up to three cups of coffee per person, and is served with traditional snacks. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us (619) 357-7577! Guests are welcome to stay for lunch. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

California lawmakers are trying to strengthen protections against doxxing, which is publishing someone’s personal information online with the intent to harm. We learn about a new bill that would let victims sue. In other news, lots of people still rely on landlines for phone service, especially in rural areas. But there's a motion before the California Public Utilities Commission that could mean the end of them. Plus, April is Autism Awareness Month, and there is a new show opening this weekend that recognizes the lives of people on the spectrum.

Union dockworkers at ports across the U.S. began walking picket lines early Tuesday, snarling the movement of billions of dollars' worth of goods.

One of the most respected MCs in any language, Ana Tijoux has been winning over fans around the world since her debut 1977 bubbled up from an underground sensation into mainstream recognition after being featured on the hit TV show “Breaking Bad” and favorited by Radiohead’s Thom Yorke. “South America’s answer to Lauryn Hill: equally skillful at singing and rapping,” (New York Times), Tijoux brings her new album Vengo on tour to the US—her first full US tour since 2018—which showcases the nimble MC over lush, golden-era hip-hop production rooted in traditional Latin instrumentation. Born in France to Chilean parents in political exile during Pinochet’s dictatorship, Tijoux moved back to Chile as a teenager and found a home in the emerging hip-hop scene of Santiago. In concert, Tijoux takes the stage with a full band that brings to life the intricate arrangements of the new album, a whirlwind trip through hip-hop, jazz, and funk, spiced with a bit of politics and her great sense of humor that has led audiences around the globe fall in love with her. For more information visit: artpower.ucsd.edu Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The limited number of purifiers means SDAPCD will prioritize distribution to households with children and people 65 and older, and communities closest to the Tijuana River.

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that judges blocking Trump administration actions were causing a constitutional crisis.