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Hadi Matar got the maximum sentence for attempted murder. He was found guilty in February for repeatedly stabbing author Salman Rushdie during a 2022 lecture and wounding another person on stage.

Gulf states are keen to invest in Syria, which has important mineral and oil reserves, but had been prevented from doing so by U.S. sanctions. President Trump has now pledged to lift the restrictions.

On Friday, May 23, the series continues with Jimmy and Enrique, Sue Palmer and Liz Ajuzie, and Walt Richards. Guitarist Jimmy Patton and percussionist Enrique Platas blend flamenco, Middle Eastern, salsa, calypso, Brazilian, and other world rhythms into their fiery, virtuosic performances. Their unique world-music style captivates audiences with intricate guitar passages and exotic percussive rhythms. Known as the Queen of Boogie Woogie, Sue Palmer has been a force in the San Diego music scene for over 30 years. Inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame, Palmer teams up with powerhouse vocalist Liz Ajuzie, whose dynamic voice perfectly complements Palmer’s electrifying piano playing. An expert in guitar and banjo, Walt Richards has been performing and teaching music for over 50 years. He has worked with numerous musical groups, participated in live theater productions, and even won an Emmy for his television work. Jimmy and Enrique Guitarist Jimmy Patton and percussionist Enrique Platas have combined their talents to form this award-winning duo. Their music can be described as having an international flair as they incorporate flamenco, Middle Eastern, salsa, calypso, Brazilian, and other world rhythms into their compositions and arrangements. Their musical collaboration has created a unique, fiery world-music style that has captivated audiences from all over. Listeners will experience virtuosic guitar passages accompanied by exotic percussive rhythms, which together produce a sound that will grab your soul. Sue Palmer and Liz Ajuzie Known worldwide as the Queen of Boogie Woogie, Sultana of Swing, and Lady Who Skates on the 88s, Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years. She was inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame in 2018, had a day named after her by the city in 2008, and won numerous San Diego Music Awards for her bands and albums. Liz Ajuzie is a captivating, powerhouse vocalist who has blended masterfully with Sue Palmer in their collaborations in recent years Walt Richards Walt Richards began performing on guitar while still in high school. Within a year he had added banjo, soon becoming one of Southern California's best-known players, with multiple wins at Topanga in the 1960s and 70s. He also toured nationally with the Eddystone Singers and the Appalachians in the 60s. Although offered other opportunities related to his degree, music kept drawing him back and he started teaching guitar and banjo at a San Diego music store in 1963. Walt is celebrating over 50 years of playing and teaching music in the San Diego area. As a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, he has worked with many diverse musical groups, including doing studio work and live theater (The Old Globe and Starlight theaters in San Diego), besides being a solo and group performer. Earlier work for television earned an Emmy for Walt and partner Vickie Cottle. His most recent television credits include train songs sung for a documentary originally commissioned by Disney.

Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for some exciting family fun! Join us at Mershops North County Mall on Saturday, April 12 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for our 3rd Annual Egg-Stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt—a beloved community tradition that promises a day full of festive cheer, sweet treats, and family-friendly entertainment. This free event invites families from across the region to celebrate the season with exciting activities and surprises around every corner. Event Highlights Include: Easter Egg Hunt: Participating mall tenants will be handing out eggs filled with candy and other sweet surprises Live DJ: Dance and groove to the sounds of spring with music that’ll keep the party hopping Face Painting: Kids can choose from a variety of colorful Easter-themed designs Raffle Prizes: Enter for your chance to win fantastic giveaways Location: Mershops North County Mall Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025 Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Whether you're searching for candy-filled eggs or looking to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with the family, the Egg-Stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt is the place to be. Grab your baskets, round up the family, and join us for a spring celebration you won’t want to miss. Mershops North County Mall on Facebook / Instagram

The suit claims that efforts to get sensitive information about food aid recipients from states violates federal privacy laws.

Edan Alexander, a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen, is the last remaining American citizen held by Hamas in Gaza who is believed to still be alive. President Trump confirmed the plans for his release.

Join us for the second annual Anchored in Wellness at Liberty Station—a day dedicated to movement and mindfulness in the heart of San Diego. On Saturday, June 28th, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ingram Plaza will transform into a wellness sanctuary featuring yoga, Pilates, HIIT, dance, meditation, sound healing and breathwork sessions. Experience our vendor marketplace, participate in classes on two dedicated stages, and enjoy special features including ice baths, contest giveaways and a wine and beer garden. This celebration brings together San Diego's vibrant wellness community for a day of rejuvenation and connection. The carefully designed experience features two distinct wellness zones where participants can freely move between energizing physical activities and centering mindfulness practices throughout the day. What to Expect: Enjoy a Pilates Class by Club Pilates, Ice Baths + Breathwork by Soul Plunge and The Breathwork Sound Bath by Guy Douglas. Participate in a Yoga Class led by Yoga Six, Vinyasa flow by CorePower and Cardio dance by Madhouse Dance. Experience a Silent Disco by Serving Sundays, try a Beginner bellicon Jumping Class or join the Pickleball tournament by Volo. Throughout the day, attend educational workshops, refuel at Food Trucks and relax in our Beer and Wine Garden. Sample the latest health products, visit massage and chiropractic vendors and explore offerings from over 45 wellness-focused vendors. Dance to beats by DJ Mancat, enter exciting giveaways and discover endless surprises throughout the day! "Anchored in Wellness" represents Liberty Station's commitment to becoming a cornerstone of San Diego's wellness scene. Whether you're deepening your existing practice or exploring new dimensions of wellbeing, this event welcomes participants at all levels in one of the city's most beloved community spaces. This event will take place rain or shine. No refunds. Visit: https://libertystation.com/events/anchored-in-wellness Liberty Station on Instagram and Facebook

A San Diego sport fishing tradition, The Port Of San Diego’s Day At The Docks is the West Coast’s largest public celebration of sport fishing. Signaling the official start of Southern California’s spring saltwater fishing season, Day At The Docks takes place on Sunday, April 13, 2025 against the colorful and dynamic backdrop of world renown sport fishing fleet on San Diego Bay. Fishing Seminars: The serious fisherman can explore the latest fishing tackle presented by the industry’s leading manufacturers. Historical displays underscore how far saltwater tackle design has come. How-to seminars by expert fishermen reveal secrets on improving both technique and results. Kids Fishing Adventure: Sponsored by Okuma Fishing Tackle & Everingham Bros Bait Company. From 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. For kids 4-12 years old. The Kid’s Fishing Adventure is made up of areas set aside and stocked with fish, providing kids with the chance wet a line and make a catch. Expert assistance is provided by members of the San Diego Rod & Reel Club and the San Diego Anglers. Don’t miss out – there just might be a tasty fish biting at the end of the line. Catch, Prep & Cook Center Throughout the day on April 15th, our catch, prep, and cook demos will provide ideas and techniques to improve the enjoyment of your catch. There will be presentations on proper handling, storage and preparation of fresh fish to ensure that every fish caught and kept is fully enjoyed. Recipes and samples will be available at the seminars. Schedule to be Announced Soon! Casting Contest You’ve got to try your hand at this true test of an angler’s skill. If you have never cast a line in your life, don’t worry. This competition is for everyone, pro and novice alike. Competition is set for 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Points are awarded for distance and accuracy. Izorline Knot Tying Competition: Young and old alike can try their hand at tying the strongest fishing knot with assistance from the pro staff at Izorline. Knot tying demonstrations will be followed by hands-on competition in which individual knots will be tested against the Izorline Knot Gauge, a device that measures a knot’s breaking point by pressure. Competition will take place in three divisions: Small fry (up to 10 years old), Juniors (11-16 years old) and Adults. A voluntary donation of $1-5 to enter the competition will benefit the Friends of Rollo a non-profit organization that takes kids fishing. The contest runs all day at the Izorline exhibit booth. Winners in each division will be announced at the end of the day. Prizes include ½ day and full day fishing trips. Fishing Videos: Look inside the Sportfishing Landings for continuous showings of dramatic sportfishing videos. From San Diego to Baja, Clipperton Island and Costa Rica … get a glimpse of the sportfishing adventures and action that are available on the San Diego fleet. Boat Rides Around the Bay: Boat Rides Around BayThe whole family will want to take a boat ride around San Diego Bay and it only costs $4. Trips run continuously throughout the day from the three sportfishing landings. Gourmet Galley: There is great variety to choose from… Seafood, Thai, Chinese, Mexican and more. Many local restaurants around the harbor will also be serving up Day at the Docks specials. Hot Tackle: Find out what’s hot on the fish equipment market. The top manufacturers will be there to show off their latest. Some really new technology has hit the scene. Be prepared this season with the latest and greatest! You’ll find some great bargains on fishing tackle from exhibitor retailers and in the landing tackle shops. You’ll find boats of all shapes and sizes. The modern sportfishers in the San Diego fleet will be hosting a grand open house. You are welcome to climb aboard and look around. Joining the fleet for the day will be several small boat dealers. Marine Art: Peter J Galleries art features painting atop marine charts and Gyotaku, the traditional Japanese method of printing fish. Larry Beard Ocean Fine Art displays beautiful marine photography printed on aluminum, Marea Baja Designs will be offering beautiful sea glass mosaics. And, there are many other marine artists on display. Open House on boats: Step aboard and meet the captains in the San Diego fleet. Have you never been on a San Diego sportfishing boat before? Well now is you chance. You’ll see that the accommodations are quite nice, with many of the comforts of home. Entertainment all day on stage: On the Main Stage things get going at 9 a.m. The day will also feature three raffles benefiting The Burn Institute. Raffles will be drawn at 12 p.m. 12:30 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. – all from the Main Stage. Great Prizes include fishing trips, tackle, tickets to area attractions and much more! Come join in the fun and help us celebrate the season’s official start! Visit: https://www.portofsandiego.org/events/port-sponsored-events/port-san-diegos-day-docks Port of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Like other NATO members, the U.K. has been reassessing its defense spending since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Create beautiful handmade jewelry! Choose from two upcoming dates: March 30, 2-4:30 p.m. -or- May 25, 2-4:30 p.m. Join Suzanne Balestri to learn the basics of Fused Glass and create your own glass jewelry to keep for yourself or give as a gift. This fun workshop offers a perfect introduction to Kiln-Formed (fused) glass for beginners, and allows those who have worked with glass before to hone their abilities and finesse their skills. You will learn how fused glass differs from other forms of art glass, how to use the various tools involved in creating glass art, and how to cut and grind the glass you will be using in your wearable art project. Using a colorful array of glass and pre-fired adornments, you’ll construct abstract or representational designs to be fashioned into earrings, pendants, rings, cuff links, even belt buckles! Each student will have plenty of space in the kiln for several items! Your pieces will be fired in a glass kiln to completely fuse each design into one solid piece, and will be ready for you to pick up the following week. Workshop fee includes pre-workshop instructional videos, all glass, equipment, and kiln firing of several pieces. This workshop is recommended for All Skill Levels – Ages 13 and up. Children 8+ years welcome with adult. Beginners welcome! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.