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The Aisne-Marne WWI cemetery in France has become a staple in President Biden's political speeches, used to paint an unflattering picture of former President Donald Trump.

The farmers are protesting over low wages and foreign competition, among other things. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal tried to address their grievances in parliament but protests are expected to go on.

Arshad Nadeem hurled his javelin over 300 feet — an Olympic record that earned him Pakistan's first individual gold medal. His rewards include cash, a car — and a buffalo. Therein lies a story.

Valentina Petrillo fell in love with athletics as a 7-year-old while watching Italian sprinter Pietro Mennea win gold in the 200 meters at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. She wanted to be like him.

The soft-drink giant is one of the Olympics' biggest sponsors. But advocates argue pushing sugary beverages promotes obesity and diabetes worldwide, and is inconsistent with the values of the games.

The world's top-ranked player tested positive for low levels of a banned steroid after his physiotherapist used a topical spray to treat a small cut before giving Sinner a massage, arbitrators found.

Update, Feb. 8: La Jolla Music Society announced today that the internationally acclaimed Miró Quartet will replace the Arod Quartet in concert on February 17, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. at The Conrad, as the Arod Quartet’s concert tour has been canceled due to visa issues. Ticket holders for the Arod Quartet may choose to attend the Miró Quartet, exchange their tickets for a future event at The Conrad, donate their tickets, or request a refund. The Miró program: HAYDN String Quartet in G Major, Opus 77 No. 1 DVOŘÁK Cypresses for String Quartet, B. 152 BRAHMS String Quartet in C Minor, Opus 51 No. 1 Previous event description: The Arod Quartet returns to La Jolla after their sensational Discovery Series debut in 2022. Based in Paris, the quartet first came to international attention when they won first prize at the 2015 Carl Nielsen International Chamber Music Competition and the 2016 ARD International Music Competition. Praised by Gramophone for its “expressive flexibility and delicacy of detail and keen ear for balance and harmonic flux” and hailed by Le Monde as a “luxury instrument that many composers dream to seize.” For more information visit: theconrad.org Stay Connected on Facebook / Instagram

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2 and 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport + Encore Sunday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Grab a front-row seat at this 2017 concert reflecting the impulsive energy of the "57th and 9th" album recording sessions, Sting’s first in over a decade. Blistering performances of new songs, plus classics from The Police and his solo career, showcase his full range of musical styles.

Easter festivities are hopping off early at Del Mar Plaza! On Saturday, March 23, families are invited to Del Mar Plaza to enjoy a festive morning put on by the Del Mar Foundation. Starting at 9 a.m. children aged 0-2 can participate in the Egg Crawl on the astroturf in the Plaza’s public view deck. For kids over the age of 2, the fun starts at 9:30 a.m. when the Easter Egg hunt kicks off. Easter eggs will be hidden throughout the Cotton Trail on the Plaza’s top level for kids to search for. While watching their kids play, parents can sip on coffee from the nearby Kini Coffee or grab a morning pastry from Paris En Rose to enjoy during the festivities. Throughout the duration of the event, the families can meet with the Easter Bunny and snap their family Easter photo. The Del Mar Library will have a craft table set-up for kids to stop by and create a craft to take home as a memory. Registration for the event is required. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Musician and film star Kris Kristofferson has died at age 88. His hit songs include "Me and Bobby McGee" and he starred in dozens of films, including A Star Is Born, opposite Barbra Streisand.