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In the shadow of President Trump's efforts to lower drug prices, the Medicare drug price negotiation process that began in the Biden administration continues.

Stepwise is a high-energy Celtic folk group featuring the swift rhythmic guitar playing of "DADGAD"-specialist Liam Lewis, the articulate hand percussion of All-Ireland champion bones and bodhran player James Yoshizawa, and the smooth ornamented fiddling of Olivia Breidenthal. The three Los Angeles natives have built a following playing festivals, concerts, and contradances up and down the west coast. Notable performances have been Davis Hall in Fairbanks, Alaska, the Glenlo Abbey in Ireland, and the Lodge Room in Los Angeles. Whether it is fast paced fiddle tunes or singing delicate harmonies, Stepwise is a perfect blend for traditional music lovers and newcomers alike. Visit: Stepwise Stepwise on Instagram and Facebook

Commerce Department employees who were fired, reinstated, and fired again learned belatedly that their health insurance has been cut off. Some had already racked up thousands in medical bills.

Join us at Cheval Winery for a beginning friendly Paint and Sip event set in the stunning surroundings this mountain view winery! Local artists will provide step-by-step guidance to help you create your own version of “Blooming Cactuses.” This venue is dog-friendly and wheel wheelchair accessible. This venue does not offer food but has visiting food vendors (make sure to contact the venue to see if there is a food truck visiting on the day of the event). Feel free to bring snacks, or make sure that you can get a bite to eat before our paint-and-sip event. Plenty of parking is available. This is a 21+ venue. Hours of operation are Friday 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Don’t miss out on this delightful experience! We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/blooming-cactuses-paint-and-sip-2/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Cheval Winery on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a delightful evening of creativity and relaxation at our spring-themed Paint and Sip event, hosted at the charming Giola Italian Restaurant. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and fresh energy of the season as Local Artists teach you to paint “Spring in a Bottle”. Whether you’re an experienced painter or just looking to try something new, this event offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy a fun, creative experience with friends and family. Sip on a complimentary glass of wine and indulge in delicious Italian cuisine alongside your artistic endeavors. Experience North County’s newest destination for modern fine dining. Giaola Italian Kitchen has meticulously crafted a one-of-a-kind culinary experience, which masterfully blends the flavors of Italy with sleek, modern design. Giaola Italian Kitchen offers patrons superb dining, takeout, delivery, and catering. Check out their menu HERE! There is plenty of free parking for guests, wheelchair accessible, and indoors. If you are wanting to dine in before the event, feel free to check out their happy hour which is 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. every day. This is also a kid-friendly venue and their outdoor patio is a pet-friendly space! Their maximum occupancy for this venue is 20 guests. We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. COVID Safety For the Safety of our Guests, Venues & Instructors we make sure to sanitize and clean all supplies before every event. If you have a fever or do not feel well, please stay home. The 48-hour cancellation policy will still be in effect if you need to cancel due to illness. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/spring-in-a-bottle-paint-and-sip/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Giaola Italian Kitchen on Instagram and Facebook

The Red Cross says Israeli forces killed 27 people attempting to get aid in Gaza on Tuesday. An Israeli American advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that account is "not accurate."

Elizabeth Olsen doesn't want validation, but she does want you to understand her taste. She shares why she's terrified of dying, but is fascinated with death and the joy of idle people watching.

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., warns President Trump's cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting will negatively affect millions of people.

Following three attacks against Jewish people in less than two months, an extremism expert tells NPR the U.S. is in a "perilous" time as self-radicalized attackers are harder for law enforcement to track.

From the organizers: Human, the theme for the tenth cycle of the Prix Pictet award delves into the vast spectrum of human experiences, emotions, relationships, and challenges that define our collective existence. MOPA@SDMA is the only US stop on the international tour of Prix Pictet Human. Prix Pictet Human showcases work from twelve international shortlisted photographers: Hoda Afshar, Iran Gera Artemova, Ukraine Ragnar Axelsson, Iceland Alessandro Cinque, Italy/Peru Siân Davey, UK Federico Ríos Escobar, Colombia Gauri Gill, India Michał Łuczak, Poland Yael Martínez, Mexico Richard Renaldi, US Vanessa Winship, UK/Bulgaria Vasantha Yogananthan, France The shortlisted portfolios span documentary, portraiture, landscape, and studies of light and process, and explore issues ranging from the plight of Indigenous peoples, conflict, childhood, the collapse of economic processes, to the traces of human habitation and industrial development, gang violence, border lands, and migration. Their work evaluates our role as stewards of the planet and sheds light on the critical issues of global sustainability, the central concern of the Prix Pictet since its inception 15 years ago. The Prix Pictet aims to uncover photographs that communicate important messages about global environmental and social issues within the broad theme of sustainability. Photographers are nominated and a jury selects the shortlist and winner for each cycle and theme. The Prix Pictet jury is comprised of a group of leading experts in the visual arts from around the world including directors of major museums and galleries as well as journalists and critics. They lead the global search for images of high artistic quality and narrative power and fit the theme of a particular cycle.