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Two families are battling for bragging rights as the inventor of the wildly popular dish. Will the truth come out? Or it could be there's another origin story involving ... British tastebuds?

Yekaterina Duntsova is a former journalist-turned-politician who opposes the Ukraine war and hopes to challenge Putin, but her efforts to run stalled after election officials rejected her nomination.

In the oceanside village of Iyi, the revered Mama Efe (Rita Edochie) acts as an intermediary between the people and the all-powerful water deity Mami Wata. But when a young boy is lost to a virus, Efe’s devoted daughter Zinwe (Uzoamaka Aniunoh) and skeptical protégé Prisca (Evelyne Ily Juhen) warn Efe about unrest among the villagers. With the sudden arrival of a mysterious rebel deserter named Jasper (Emeka Amakeze), a conflict erupts, leading to a violent clash of ideologies and a crisis of faith for the people of Iyi. C.J. “Fiery” Obasi’s potent modern fable deploys vivid monochromatic black-and-white cinematography, rich sound design, and a hypnotic score in a folk-futurist style both earthy and otherworldly. Obasi depicts a pitched battle between opportunistic militants promising technological progress and a matriarchal spiritual order living in fragile harmony with the ocean. Mami Wata transports us to a place that seems both suspended in time and perhaps running out of time, as the threats of modern life wash up on its shores. Visit: digitalgym.org/movies/mami-wata/ Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

At the end of a 60-year career, legendary singer and activist Joan Baez takes an honest look back and a deep look inward as she tries to make sense of her large, history-making life, and the personal struggles she's kept private. Visit: digitalgym.org/movies/joan-baez-i-am-a-noise/ Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The cultural phenomenon continues on the big screen! Immerse yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime concert film experience with a breathtaking, cinematic view of the history-making tour. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The SummerFest Synergy Initiative, co-produced by Clara Wu Tsai and Inon Barnatan, brings together leaders from music, dance, spoken word, and visual arts to create performances that inspire audiences in unexpected and powerful ways. The creatives behind this summer’s reimagination of "Carnival of the Animals" come together to discuss the project’s development. Encounters are free afternoon events, featuring intriguing lectures, discussions, performances, and diverse perspectives. Encounters reveal fascinating insights into the ways in which music is created, influenced, interpreted, and performed. ADMISSION Registration required. Connect with La Jolla Music Society on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X - Twitter

Award-Winning violinist Tessa Lark and virtuoso composer/bassist Michael Thurber are a duo unlike any other. The two met years ago as alumni of From The Top, and they began developing their duo collaboration in 2016 after a one-off performance at an event for WXQR in New York City. The two quickly realized how much they had in common as they began to explore their musical influences together, combining Lark’s Kentucky bluegrass with Thurber’s versatile bass. Please visit here for more information about the event! ADMISSION RSVP Required. Connect with La Jolla Music Society on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X - Twitter

The party of Pakistan's jailed former prime minister, Imran Khan, used artificial intelligence to post an online post-election speech by Khan.

We sometimes set up an all or nothing approach to success, feeling that if we are not able to do something perfectly then we are a failure. This is a dangerous mind-set because it can lead to excessive self-criticism and discouragement which blocks our capacity for learning and authentic spiritual growth. Through Buddhist psychology and meditation, we can gain insight into this process and learn practical methods that will help us accept who and where we are, and make progress towards becoming the person we wish to be. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The New Hampshire resort town was the first place in the nation to vote in the 2024 primaries. The voters were outnumbered more than 10-to-1 by reporters from every corner of the globe.