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The San Diego Arab Film Festival is back for 2026 with live, in-person presentations of feature length and short films at the Museum of Photographic Arts. The festival will open on Friday, March 27, and present 8 screenings, each showcasing one feature film and one short film (except for one that has 2 shorts and one in which the feature is long so it doesn’t have an accompanying short), from across the Arab World. All films are presented at the John and Irwin Jacobs Theater in the Museum of Photographic Arts. Each evening, the festival will also offer cafeteria-style Arabic dinner. This year we have all three films from and about Palestine that were shortlisted for the Best International feature award. Six of our films were the official submission by their respective countries for Best International Feature ("Palestine 36," Palestine, "The Voice of Hind Rajab," Tunisia, "All that’s Left of You," Jordan, "A Sad and Beautiful World," Lebanon, "The President’s Cake," Iraq, and "Calle Malaga," Morocco. Our short films include two films about Palestine from Iranian filmmakers, who are struggling to find international audiences because of US sanctions, as well as films from Palestine, Jordan, Egypt and Yemen and the US. We are excited to bring these films to the San Diego community! San Diego Arab Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Iranians began to regain internet access after authorities ended a monthslong shutdown. Users said service was slow and spotty in some areas, with apps like YouTube and Instagram heavily restricted.

Happy, a Bronx Zoo elephant who gave researchers new insight into the animal's behavior and became the crux of a closely watched animal rights case, has been euthanized at age 55.

Paint the cute umbrellas and victorian architecture, guests enjoying their pie, the steers views, or the nearby pier views. Free parking at the lot at the corner of Seagaze and S Cleveland drives or metered street parking. Public restrooms available nearby at the pier. Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Community is a lot like a mosaic. Every person brings their own color and story. When those pieces come together, something beautiful takes shape. At Mosaic Shabbat, LGBTQ+ teens and allies ages 13 to 18 are invited for an evening of food, creativity, and real connection. We will share a Shabbat meal and create a collaborative art piece that reflects queer joy and chosen family. No art skills needed. Just bring yourself. You do not need to be Jewish to come. LGBTQ+ teens and allies of all backgrounds are welcome. Around this table, everyone belongs. Come meet new people, create something meaningful, and help build Pride in the Tribe, one piece at a time. Lawrence Family JCC on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for Music at the Museum, an unforgettable night of art, flavor, and live performance! Your ticket includes food and drinks provided by 333 Pacific, the beloved coastal restaurant known for its elevated menu and signature cocktails. Headlining the evening is electrifying blues guitarist, whose powerhouse career includes touring and recording with icons like Chuck Berry, Greg Allman, George Thorogood, Charlie Daniels, and Elvin Bishop, and whose signature slide guitar helped define the Southern rock sound. Set within OMA’s inspiring galleries and creative atmosphere, this high-energy night of music, cuisine, and community is a celebration you won’t want to miss. Reserved Tables seat 4 people and include the cost of admission. Adult and Member tickets can be purchased individually for standing room. This is a 21+ only event. Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

A former senior CIA official with top secret-level clearance is accused of stealing hundreds of gold bars worth more than $40 million from the federal government and stashing them in his home.

EDITOR’S NOTE: San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan is disputing this story. KPBS’s story relied on a data analysis from a researcher who attributed cases to DAs based on disposition date. The DA’s office provided an analysis that attributed cases to DAs based on filing date. It showed no racial disparity in making these special charges against Black and white defendants when looking only at multiple murder cases during DA Stephan’s tenure. KPBS has clarified the story to include more detail about the analysis and the data it used. Go to the story to learn more. Data show that in San Diego County, the racial divide in charges that can lead to life without parole is larger than in nearby counties and has grown under the current district attorney.

As the Trump administration's aggressive immigration crackdown continues, we hear from a South Bay-based therapist about the impact she's seeing on her clients and how they are navigating their mental health in this new reality.

Muslims throughout San Diego County honored the Eid Al-Adha holiday with prayer services on Wednesday. Participants said their grief over the May 18 shootings at the Islamic Center of San Diego was ever-present.