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Public health experts say conditions in war-torn Gaza are ripe for the spread of infectious disease. Health workers are struggling to spot and contain outbreaks, even as the health system teeters.

Passes for 50% off admission are available for 60 San Diego County museums, including a new one called the Brain Observatory.

Join the Imperial Beach Library at Veterans Park for an author visit with Alana Quintana Albertson. We will be talking about her new book, Ramón and Julieta, a PopSugar and BookBub "Most Anticipated Romance of 2022." Ramón and Julieta is a fresh, modern twist on the original enemies-to-lovers couple Romeo and Juliet, which replaces tragedy with cultural expression and the complexities of Latinx communities. It has Dia de los Muertos meet-cute, features mouthwatering food, lovingly realized locations like Barrio Logan, Old Town, Coronado, and has the most satisfying of happily ever afters! Copies of Ramón and Julieta will be available for purchase at the event from Mysterious Galaxy bookstore. Arrive early for a chance at winning a free copy! About Ramón and Julieta: A Romeo and Juliet Retelling When fate and tacos bring Ramón and Julieta together on the Day of the Dead, the star-crossed pair must make a choice: accept the bitter food rivalry that drives them apart or surrender to a love that consumes them—perfect for fans of Jane the Virgin! Ramón Montez always achieves his goals. Whether that means collecting Ivy League degrees or growing his father’s fast-food empire, nothing sets Ramón off course. So when the sexy señorita who kissed him on the Day of the Dead runs off into the night with his heart, he determines to do whatever it takes to find her again. Celebrity chef Julieta Campos has sacrificed everything to save her sea-to-table taqueria from closing. To her horror, she discovers that her new landlord is none other than the magnetic mariachi she hooked up with on Dia de los Muertos. Even worse, it was his father who stole her mother’s taco recipe decades ago. Julieta has no choice but to work with Ramón, the man who destroyed her life’s work—and the one man who tempts and inspires her. As San Diego’s outraged community protests against the Taco King takeover and the divide between their families grows, Ramón and Julieta struggle to balance the rising tensions. But Ramón knows that true love is priceless and despite all of his successes, this is the one battle he refuses to lose. This is a FREE event. Book purchase is not required to attend. We hope to see you here!

NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the sacrifices made by the Allied forces during the invasion.

As people grapple with more than 100 people who died in the Lahaina fire on Maui, they're still trying to understand the loss of priceless artifacts and their connections to the island's ancient past.

Corey Harris, 44, went viral in May for his reaction in a virtual court appearance to being ordered to jail for driving with a suspended license. But as it turns out, he never had a license at all.

She Fest’s annual event includes workshops, vendors, community organizations, performers, and community-building activities. All aspects of She Fest’s annual event center 2SLGBTQIA+ women, non-binary people, and people who find community with these identities. When: Saturday, July 13, 2024 from Noon – 6 p.m. Where: Hillcrest Pride Flag, 1500 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 Schedule and workshops: Click here for a Google Doc schedule including workshop and discussion details. Accessibility: Click here to learn more about Accessibility at She Fest. Visit: sdpride.org/shefest/ San Diego Pride on Facebook / Instagram

The rescue operation is the largest recovery of living hostages since the war in Gaza began. Meanwhile, at least 274 Palestinians were killed and around 700 were wounded, Gaza's Health Ministry said.

Like her other books, French writer Valérie Perrin's third novel to be translated into English, centers on the life-changing magic of friendships across generations.

When authorities find wildlife that are being illegally trafficked, at ports or airports, the animals are often in terrible shape. Sick, starved, distressed. A pilot project in Southern California aims to get seized wildlife immediate care.