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Opening night at the GI Film Festival features a hosted reception with filmmakers, the world premiere of "HOME FROM THE VIETNAM WAR," post-screening discussion, the awards announcements and dessert reception. Part of KPBS' America 250 initiative Film description: Haunted by decades of trauma, a decorated U.S. veteran returns to Vietnam with a friend who fled the war as a child. As they move through a modernized country they scarcely recognize, the two men retrace the past, confronting former enemies and long-buried memories. Their journey leads them to one of the war’s bloodiest battle sites of 1968, where they come face to face with the Vietnamese soldiers they once fought, breaking years of silence in a search for healing, reconciliation, and peace. Opening Night Schedule 6:00pm | Reception 7:00pm | Film Screening: "HOME FROM THE VIETNAM WAR + Post-Screening Discussion 8:55pm | Awards Announcement 9:10pm | Dessert Reception, Red Carpet Photos Ops About The Festival: The event takes place May 6-8, 2026 in San Diego, during Military Appreciation Month. All community members, civilians, family, allies, service members, veterans and film lovers are welcome to catch a film, be inspired, and build community. The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Machinist Mate 2nd Class Jinchao Wei handed over thousands of pages of technical manuals to a Chinese intelligence agent for less than $13,000.

Valar Atomics wants to place over 450 reactors on more than 9,500 acres in Utah to power a huge data center project.

Democratic leaders in California agree that speeding up the vote count would be nice. But they refuse to pursue any changes that would decrease voter access despite voter frustration with the slow trickle of results.

The Anthropic IPO, and those of other AI-related firms like OpenAI, could be among the biggest in U.S. history.

Just an hour from San Diego, today is your opportunity to step away from the pace of everyday life and give yourself a full day to recharge. From invigorating movement and time on the trails to nourishing meals and quiet moments in nature, every part of the day is designed to help you relax, reconnect, and restore your energy. Take this time to breathe deeply, be present, and enjoy the beauty around you. Even in a single day, the experience of slowing down, caring for your body, and spending time in nature can leave you feeling refreshed, renewed, and ready to return to the world with a lighter spirit. What’s Included in your day: - Breakfast at La Cocina Que Canta - Farm Tour of Tres Estrellas Organic Farm - Cooking Demonstration at La Cocina Que Canta Culinary Center - Tour of Rancho La Puerta - Fitness classes and programming at The Ranch - Free time to enjoy spa treatments, nature trails or relax by the pool - Mediterranean Buffet Lunch - Sound Healing - Round-trip transportation to and from San Diego Rancho La Puerta on Facebook / Instagram

The La Jolla Historical Society invites the community to a free public open house to celebrate an important milestone for the 62-year-old organization, dedicated to the people, places and stories that have shaped La Jolla. Attendees will be among the first to learn the details of a special announcement, which is being kept under wraps until the event. Event Highlights • Special reveal from the La Jolla Historical Society • Current exhibitions and highlights from the museum’s collections • Hands-on artmaking activities led by artist Michelle Montjoy • Live music by Par Avion • Food available for purchase from a local taco truck La Jolla Historical Society on Facebook / Instagram

In total, 76 horses had their teeth floated to ensure proper chewing comfort, and 83 horses received long-overdue farrier services.

In the five years since his last album, the Chattanooga rapper retreated from the public eye after a very private betrayal. He emerges with raw new music in pursuit of a warts-and-all self-acceptance.

A CalMatters investigation finds the Professional Fiduciaries Bureau hasn’t fulfilled its promise to protect Californians as the state’s population ages.