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Military life has always involved some degree of uncertainty. But for many families, the fear and unknowns that come with the Iran war are new territory.

What form of government do we have in America now? Some scholars say it is no longer liberal democracy, but "competitive authoritarianism." NPR's Frank Langfitt explains the term and its origin.

Featuring new songs and beloved classics, the stadium-sized rock band shrinks down its outsized sound without losing any urgency or oomph.

Georgetown Law professor Kristin Henning talks about "teen takeovers" with NPR's Michel Martin and whether they represent a real threat.

El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos está gastando millones de dólares en publicidad televisiva en áreas metropolitanas selectas del país, con el objetivo de reclutar a policías locales frustrados con las restricciones de sus ciudades sobre la aplicación de leyes de inmigración para integrarlos en los esfuerzos de deportación masiva del presidente Donald Trump.

El Chingon, the “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot at 560 Fifth Ave., will turn the Gaslamp Quarter green with two days of St. Patrick’s Day festivities, kicking off with a Shamrock and Mimosas brunch on Sunday, March 15 and continuing with spirited drinks on Tuesday, March 17. The festivities will begin at 11 a.m. with the Shamrock and Mimosas brunch. A live DJ will perform during brunch, and guests are encouraged to wear green. Standout offerings will include mimosas and festive cocktails alongside brunch dishes such as chilaquiles Chingones, house-made tortillas smothered in a choice of green or red salsa with two eggs, avocado, Chingón cheese blend, crema and refried beans, priced at $17; Chingón breakfast burrito, scrambled eggs, bacon, Chingón cheese blend, French fries, avocado and sour cream wrapped in a flour tortilla, priced at $12; huevos rancheros, two eggs, refried beans, ranchero sauce, sliced avocado and sour cream served on a tostada, priced at $19; and a choice of beef or ham with eggs, sour cream, refried beans and rice, served as a plate or in a burrito, priced at $19; among other brunch items. Reservations are recommended, as walk-in seating will be limited. Each reservation will include a mimosa and a brunch item, starting at $10. Reservations may be made by calling 817-870-9973 or through the Eventbrite website. The celebration will continue on St. Patrick’s Day with drafts of green beer, priced at $6; and bottles of Jameson Irish Whiskey, priced at $200. To complement the drinks, guests can indulge in El Chingon’s signature dishes like the carne asada plate, grilled Angus skirt steak accompanied by sliced avocado, chiles toreados, onions, radish and pico de gallo served with rice, beans and choice of corn or flour tortillas, priced at $27; an array of flavorful taco selections, priced starting at $5; and more. More information about El Chingon is available on the website at www.ElChingon.com/San-Diego, by calling 619-501-1919 and on Facebook and Instagram at @ElChingonSD

A French woman infected in the deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship is critically ill and being treated with an artificial lung. The outbreak has now reached 11 total reported cases, 9 of which have been confirmed.

Louisiana officials have agreed to a tentative $4.8 million settlement with the family of Ronald Greene, a Black motorist who died during a violent roadside arrest carried out by five white officers.

A Congressional Budget Office analysis suggests the cost of the missile defense program could be $1.2 trillion over the next 20 years, a far heftier sum than the initial $175 billion price tag.

In this talk, Anamaria Labao Cabato, Executive Director of the Philippine Performing Arts Company (PASACAT), will share an overview of the regions of the Philippines and their respective cultures through dance, music, and textiles. Anamaria will also discuss PASACAT’s partnership with Mingei and its upcoming Community Spotlight installation, which will be on view outside the Museum from mid-December through mid-January. About Anamaria Cabato Anamaria Cabato is the Executive Director of PASACAT, where she has served since its founding in 1970, first as a dancer, musician, and vocalist before stepping into leadership in 1983. A San Diego State University graduate with a B.S. in Business Administration, Cabato discovered her cultural identity through Philippine dance, inspiring her lifelong dedication to promoting Filipino arts and heritage. She has been recognized for her leadership and community service with honors such as the KFMB-TV 8 Cares Award and the Ladies of Elegance Award. In 2021, she co-chaired the "Filipinos of South Bay" exhibit at the Chula Vista Library, highlighting the migration and history of San Diego’s Filipino community. This is a presentation and conversation about dance, textiles, and music of the Philippines. It is not a dance performance. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram