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From 2015 to 2022, there were 46 accidents involving cyclists in Imperial Beach, according to data from SANDAG. Imperial Beach says the aim of the new project is to make streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, however critics have questioned how frequently the lanes are used.

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 Princess of Wales revealed that her cancer is in remission after an emotional visit to the hospital where she received treatment last year.

President Trump has long been a critic of NATO and believes Europe does not contribute enough to its own defense. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte agrees, and says 'that is going to happen.'

The San Diego Arab Film Festival and the San Diego Asian Film Festival co-present British-Palestinian filmmaker Farah Nabulsi’s award-winning feature film "The Teacher" on September 28 at the Museum of Photographic Arts @ The San Diego Museum of Art. Filmed entirely in the occupied West Bank, "The Teacher" tells a story based on actual events and is set in 2014. After the demolition of a Palestinian home by Israeli authorities and the murder of a youth by an Israeli settler, a teacher, played by renowned Palestinian actor Saleh Bakri, tries to manage his own support for the resistance with his efforts to mentor the younger brother of the deceased boy (Muhammad Abed Elrahman) and his relationship with a British human rights worker (Imogen Poots). "The Teacher" had its world premier at the Toronto International Film Festival and its US premier at the San Francisco International Film Festival. It won Audience Choice Award at the San Francisco International, Washington. D.C. International, Brooklyn, Cyprus Film Days International, Arab Film Days, Houston Palestine and Rotterdam Arab Film Festivals. Saleh Bakri won Best Actor Awards at the Red Sea, Belgrade International, Annaba Mediterranean and Malmo Arab Film Festivals. Cafeteria style Arabic dinner will be available including Musakhan (a traditional Palestinian dish of baked chicken with onions, olive oil and sumac served over bread) and Mujadara (a traditional vegetarian dish of lentils and rice garnished with sauteed onions, served with Arabic salad). Official film website San Diego Arab Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram Pacific Arts Movement on Facebook / Instagram

The North Korean announcement came two days after Russia said its troops have fully reclaimed the Kursk region. Ukrainian officials denied the claim.

The iconic voices of female jazz & blues legends Billie Holiday, Phyllis Hyman, Nancy Wilson and Bessie Smith were honored at Aretha's Jazz Café in Detroit for Black History Month

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the shows The Agency and The Pitt, audiobooks by Philomena Cunk, and cinema from the late director David Lynch.

Start your morning with a unique blend of movement and creativity at Pace & Paint, hosted by artist Mensah Bey. This event invites the community to come together for a walk/run through the vibrant Logan Heights and Barrio Logan neighborhoods, followed by refreshments and a collaborative painting session at the San Diego Made Factory. Schedule: 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.: Welcome, Plan for the Day, and Route Overview 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.: Walk/Run through Logan Heights and Barrio Logan 9 a.m.: Enjoy refreshments and connect with fellow participants 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.: Community Painting Session Whether you're an artist, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who loves building community, this event offers a morning of meaningful connection and creativity. Join us to walk, run, and paint while fostering community spirit and collaboration. All are welcome! Let’s move, create, and build together. We look forward to seeing you there! Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pace-paint-tickets-1200387825299 Mensah Bey on Instagram and Facebook

The seven acts voted into the Rock Hall this year include Southern rap and Midwest garage rock duos, pillars of the grunge and English blues rock eras and the '80s' most unusual pop star.