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  • Pope Leo XIV called for a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the war in Ukraine on Sunday, in his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff since his election.
  • Canada's snap election has been dominated by one politician — who's not even in the race: President Trump.
  • Art historian Zaixin Hong examines the enduring significance of the soundscape of music and calligraphy. The soundscape of calligraphy and music is a hallmark of Chinese civilization. This lecture explores their intricate connections and shared purpose, exemplified by Professor Lei Liang’s award-winning “A Thousand Mountains, A Million Streams,” and delves into Chou Wen-chung’s question, “When is a line not a line?” From Confucius’ “Six Arts” to modern masters like Huang Binhong, Pan Tianshou, Zao Wou-ki and Wang Dongling, the connections across centuries between music and calligraphy have bridged tradition and contemporary expression. In the age of AI, celebrating this human spirit becomes more vital than ever. The lecture will feature a special presentation of Huang Binhong’s masterpiece “Landscapes,” shown in stunning 4K projection with original music composed by Liang. Kuiyi Shen, professor of Asian art history, theory and criticism from UC San Diego, will provide a short commentary. Please join us for these events: Lecture in English, 4–5 p.m. Reception, 5–5:30 p.m. Lecture in Chinese, 5:30–6:30 p.m. (Professor Hong will deliver the lecture again in Chinese after the reception. Bilingual audiences may opt to register for either the English or Chinese lecture.) This public lecture is co-sponsored by the 21st Century China Center (21CCC) at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) and Haili Foundation. For more information on China activities, please visit china.ucsd.edu. If you have any questions, please contact GPS Events Coordinator Susan Zau at jszau@ucsd.edu.
  • The Merit Systems Protection Board, the quasi-judicial agency that hears appeals in federal employee labor disputes, has ordered a stay in the firing of six probationary employees.
  • Renowned artist Kolten French proudly announces his latest exhibition with other well known artists, “Estate Sale,” set to captivate art enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Taking place in the vibrant Hillcrest neighborhood, this show promises a bold and thought-provoking exploration of growing disparities in our lives, all expressed through Kolten's signature style. From stunning new works to a striking mural gracing the venue at 829 Washington St., every detail is designed to immerse you in a world of creativity and connection. When: February 7, 5–10 p.m. Where: 829 Washington St., San Diego Words from Kolten: "I feel awful promoting anything given what people are going through in LA and the world at large. With the inauguration a couple days away, the bad news will only continue to flood in. That said, here we are." I've rented a physical space in the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego to share my artwork with my community in person. "Estate Sale" is the title of my exhibit, opening February 7 from 5–10 p.m. at 829 Washington St. This space also features a large mural I recently painted, and I’ll be displaying many new works exploring the growing disparity in our lives. - Beverages and tunes will be provided to ease your social anxiety. Come see what I’ve been working on, and let’s have a conversation in real life. Let’s find moments of connection and reflection, even in turbulent times. #EstateSaleExhibit #SanDiegoArt #HillcrestArtScene #CommunityThroughArt #SocialDisparity #ArtExhibitOpening #SanDiegoEvents Kolten French on Instagram
  • Matthew Livelsberger, a 37-year-old Green Beret from Colorado, also wrote in a note that he needed to "cleanse my mind" of the lives lost of people he knew and "the burden of the lives I took."
  • Pope Leo XIV is seen as a centrist who shares his predecessor's progressive views on certain social issues. Here's what we know so far.
  • Join Duo Flautas Frescas, featuring Julia Barnett and Alina Windell, for an afternoon filled with innovative flute duos. Be among the first to experience the world premiere of "Memoir" for two flutes and piano by Elizabeth Brown, along with compositions by Arturo Rodriguez, lan Clarke, Daniel Dorff, and Kelly Catlin. Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at 3 p.m., St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church, 6556 Park Ridge Blvd. San Diego, CA 92120 Visit: https://www.duoflautasfrescas.com/calendar Duo Flautas Frescas on Instagram
  • Hundreds of acres in Michigan are covered in parallel rows of earth that are the remains of an ancient Native American agricultural system. The surprise find has archaeologists amazed.
  • NPR's Lauren Frayer plays the puzzle with MPR listener, Dave Scheid of Rochester, Minn., and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
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