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One of the most popular Ethiopian vocalists of the late 20th century, he rose to fame at a time of great political unrest in Ethiopia.

This wild case emphasizes the serious potential for criminal misuse of artificial intelligence that experts have been warning about for some time, one professor said.

This Cleantech San Diego Education Series event offers an update on the cleantech sector in the San Diego region and the key technologies that will continue to drive the industry. The event will feature a series of panel discussions with industry experts exploring the status of existing technologies, conversations about cleantech policy drivers and what these investments mean for business, a forum for companies and startups to discuss strategies for partnerships, as well as a series of fast-paced pitch presentations from Southern California Energy Innovation Network (SCEIN) CEOs and founders describing their cutting-edge cleantech innovations. The event is free to Cleantech San Diego members and $75 for non-members.

Pathways to Citizenship, a rapidly growing San Diego nonprofit, will host Del MargaritavilleTake2 fundraiser on October 1 from 3 p.m. till Sunset at the iconic Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center. Come enjoy the island vibe, good food catered by Seaside Market and margaritas by Crust Pizza. The happy hour event will feature music by steel drum band “Sounds of Paradise,” and the opportunity to buy vacation packages, local entertainment and one-of-a-kind art pieces. Support pro-bono legal and educational services for Ukrainian and Afghan refugees and qualified immigrants from around the world while enjoying cool drinks and panoramic ocean views from Del Mar’s historic landmark.

Please join us to hear from our special guest speaker Roger Lin, a senior attorney from the Center for Biological Diversity. This talk will examine the importance of energy justice, which includes equity and environmental justice, as we transition to cleaner energy sources in order to mitigate the climate crisis. Roger will do a presentation on distributed energy resources (DERs) generally and how they are a better way to reach our climate goals vs. bulk transmission buildout (which is inefficient, more expensive, and presents significant impacts to communities and wildlife). He will delve into a study done in March 2023 by him and his associates Howard Crystal and Jean Su entitled, Rooftop Solar Justice: Why Net Metering is Good for People and the Planet and Why Monopoly Utilities Want to Kill It. There will be time allotted for questions from the audience. There is no charge for this online event, but you must register in advance. Once you do, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the meeting. This will also enable us to inform you if there are any last-minute announcements, instructions, or other information. Thank you.

Middle- and upper-class Chinese are joining a migration wave to Japan.

Enter a world full of vivacious oddities, where the unexpected undresses and wonder consumes. Scheduled Performances by | • Vivvi The Force (San Diego Drag Artist) • Greta Garter (Burlesque Performer) • Holly Quinn (Bendy Burlesque Artist) • J. StarLitWriter (Spoken Word) • Carly Cointreaux (Burlesque Performer) • Moxxi Bustion (Burlesque Performer) • Feisty Fuego (Femcee & Stand-Up Comedy) • Stagehand & Kitten Lexi La Vicious PeculiariTEASE is a burlesque and variety show dedicated to the silly, the odd, and the macabre. Born out of a love for all things theatrical and sleazy, this show will bring together a myriad of performance artists including burlesque, drag, spoken word, and stand up comedy. Offering a quick escape from reality, expect a show that will leave you laughing, in awe, and possibly deviously disturbed. Located at Connect San Diego's Ocean Beach adjacent event venue, PeculiariTEASE will be a seated event creating a runway-like stage where audience members will get the chance to experience the show in an intimate setting. With a run time of just over an hour, the event will run from start to finish with no intermission. Please arrive when doors open at 2:30 p.m. to get checked in and experience the peculiar atmosphere created to enhance your viewing experience. Take photos in our curated photo booth area, enjoy Chef Madame Kiki's macabre treats available for purchase, or just take in the atmosphere and tunes while settling into your seats. Want to show our entertainers you are enjoying the show? Don't forget to bring that tip money then! As artists our favorite love language is in the monetary form. All events by Feisty Fuego Productions are 21+. Tickets and a valid ID are required for entry. Ticket purchases are final sell. Feisty Fuego Productions reserves the right to refuse entry or remove patrons from the event if a situation or person(s) threatens the safety of our cast, staff members, or guests.

Emerging tools may make it easier for the public to detect fake online videos, and more difficult for generative AI systems to create them.

The southern Brazilian states of Rio Grande do Sul and neighboring Santa Catarina are reeling after a devastating cyclone killed 27 people and displaced thousands.

Film critics highlight the best action films in cinemas and a few you might have missed from the past.