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The Trump administration appears to have cancelled millions in grants for Casa Familiar and the Environmental Health Coalition for projects aimed at improving air quality in poor neighborhoods.

While the 100-day mark of a presidency is a made-up milestone, it's still worthwhile to take stock of a new administration. Here's where Trump stands on 10 key benchmarks.

This 5-session course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of Yiddish. We will start by learning the alef-beys (Yiddish alphabet) and basic pronunciation. By the end of the course, students will be able to read the letters, introduce themselves, use common greetings, and understand basic vocabulary for everyday situations. Each session will conclude with a new Yiddish song from the rich transnational Yiddish repertoire. Whether you’re learning for personal or professional reasons, this short, engaging introduction will offer a good start for your Yiddish journey. When: Sundays 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PT / 1:30-p.m. 2:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. in Central Europe: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 Cost: 5 classes for $180 (early bird, if paid before December 22), $200 (regular price, if paid after December 22) Teacher: Julia Koifman Julia Koifman studied Slavic and German Studies in Berlin and Moscow, as well as Yiddish and Jewish Studies in Potsdam, Haifa, and New York. She worked at the Institute for Slavic Studies at Humboldt University and served as a tutor for Yiddish language and literature at the University of Potsdam. Her MA thesis is a comparative analysis of short stories by the Yiddish authors Rokhl Brokhes and Roze Palatnik. Julia also translates Yiddish literature into German and English. Please see our Events Calendar and Other Upcoming Events! Visit: Yiddish for Absolute Beginners Yiddish Arts and Academics on Instagram and Facebook

The administration's recent actions to fire immigration judges and other steps are chipping away at what was already an imperfect system in administrative courts.

Creative Connections "Praise & Paint" Brunch. Join us for a vibrant and uplifting experience at our Petals of HOPE Flower boutique & Café. Join us for our upcoming Creative Connections "Praise & Paint" Brunch, where creativity meets community in a celebration of art, connection, and inspiration—all for a meaningful cause. Set against the stunning backdrop of San Pasqual Valley, this event is a great opportunity to gather and enjoy a morning of lite bites, flower-infused lattes, and refreshing hibiscus lemonade. Our brunch is designed to delight your senses and fuel your creativity. Following brunch, you'll be guided through a painting session led by the talented Nataly, owner of Teeny Cantina. Whether you're a seasoned painter or new to the craft, this session offers a welcoming space for everyone to express themselves through art. As you paint, enjoy the soothing sounds of live music.

Art San Diego, to be held at the San Diego Convention on Harbor Drive from November 1-3, 2024, is an annual cultural experience featuring approximately 500 leading contemporary artists, fine art photographers, and designers; it offers dynamic programming that includes curated exhibits, local talent, and student artists. Now celebrating its 16th year, Art San Diego is the region’s most acclaimed and longest-running contemporary art and design fair and the only marketplace where artists, art publishers, galleries, art students, and dealers all come together to celebrate and showcase postmodern art. Produced by Redwood Art Group, with presenting sponsor UBS Wealth Management, Art San Diego is a unique art fair that serves to enhance the artistic culture of “America’s Finest City” while it also raises thousands of dollars through its Access to Art program, via student artwork sales and donations, to help Monarch School and Humble Design, both of which are non-profits that benefit unhoused families. UBS hosts a VIP reception of high-net-worth collectors, by invitation only, on Friday evening. Over the weekend, ASD attracts more than 5,000 art lovers, giving them insights into San Diego’s vibrant and diverse cultural art scene alongside an exciting collection of international galleries. Visit: https://redwoodartgroup.com/category/art-san-diego/ Redwood San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Barrio Logan is well known for its vibrant arts and culture scene. Now there’s a new addition to further honor the Latino community — a Piñata Art Fest.

As questions swirl around the fate of the secretary of defense, former colleagues paint a troubling picture of Hegseth's Pentagon.

Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, one man embarks on a journey to a remote mountain in Laos where his father was last seen during a secret mission in the war.

Los cardenales establecieron la fecha tras llegar para el primer día de reuniones informales después del funeral de Francisco el sábado. En una escena caótica, los periodistas lanzaban preguntas sobre el ambiente interno y si había unidad.