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Threats and violence against inspectors have caused the U.S. to suspend inspections in the past. California growers question Mexico's inspectors would be better equipped to withstand the pressure.

Amnesty International says Israel has sought to deliberately destroy Palestinians in its war with Hamas, by mounting deadly attacks, demolishing vital infrastructure and preventing aid deliveries.

Two ballot drop boxes in Washington and Oregon were set on fire this week. Officials say hundreds of ballots were destroyed.

Washington state's governor activated the National Guard to stand by to help local law enforcement as needed. Meanwhile, extra security is in place at locations across Washington, D.C.

The overtime rule would have made more than 4 million workers newly eligible to earn overtime on Jan. 1. Then a federal judge in Texas said the Biden administration had gone too far.

From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., join us for the opening reception of Sport Friendly, photography exhibition. The exhibition will be on view until September 30th. This event is open and free to all. RSVP is appreciated for preparing the event. Light refreshments will be served. About the exhibition “Sport Friendly” is an international, collaborative artistic experience celebrating sports teams committed to diversity, led by artist Émilien Buffard, supported by the Institut Français and awarded “Cultural Olympiad” by the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Thanks to the participation of the cultural network abroad in photographing teams locally in the Sport Friendly manner, this project aims to raise awareness against discrimination, amplify the voices of diversity, and promote inclusion in sport and society, particularly on the sidelines of international sporting events, through a unique collaborative photographic production. An International Project: “Sport Friendly: the field of diversity!” is intended as a starting point to mark a horizon of social commitment to the problem of discrimination and violence in sport. A collaborative photographic production initiated in 2022 in Argentina, which continues today on the international scene to promote INCLUSIVE SPORT, highlighting teams who seek to redefine the classic values of sport, affirming that, regardless of sexual orientation or identity, gender or physical or social condition, every person has a place. Players who are striving for change and inclusion, in sport and in society. The Alliance Francaise San Diego is thrilled to present a selection of photographies curated by Diana Nassar, who contributed to this international project. Diana Nassar is a visual media artist who enjoys creating art through various mediums. She took her first course in black and white film photography at Grossmont College in San Diego, California. She found the darkroom printing process to be a unique challenge in trusting ones perspective from the first press of the shutter. Diana later completed a photojournalism program at the internationally recognized photography school, Speos & Polka Institute, in Paris, France. It was there she developed her portfolio and created original photo-series. Diana enjoys traveling and discovering new places, whether a few blocks down her street or abroad, she tries to immerse herself and appreciate what is around us. As part of the 'Sport Friendly’ photo project created by photographer Emilien Buffard, with support from the Alliance Française of San Diego, Diana participated in the series on diversity and LGBTQ inclusion in team sports. This photo project gave her the chance to meet the players of Cheer San Diego Extreme and to visually capture the aesthetics of the cheerleading sport. Through her lens, Diana aimed to take portraits that reflect the players' athleticism, resilience, and pride. For more information visit: afsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Monday, August 12, 2024 12 p.m. Patrick Hadley plays, creates, and manufactures an African thumb piano called a “mbira” or “kalimba.” The Array mbira is a highly modernized version of an ancient African instrument. In Zimbabwe they are known as mbiras, however, these types of plucked metal tine instruments are known by many names, such as likembe, sanza, kalimba, and, simply, thumb pianos. Patrick and his business partner, the inventor of the array mbira, Bill Wesley, have been building these instruments for over 30 years. They are fully chromatic and play in every key, up to six octaves. Many professional musicians are using these instruments and they can be heard in several major motion picture soundtracks as well as songs by Taylor Swift and many others including Sting, Imogen Heap, RyCooder, Pharaoh Sanders, and others. Patrick's music has been heard on NPR, and one of his videos reached a staggering 22 million views! Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles. . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk, and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at noon and last about an hour. The concerts will be in person at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. There are no physical tickets for these events. Doors open at 11:50 a.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each concert. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/mini-concert-2024-0812 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Aldis Hodge stars as the latest on-screen version of James Patterson's sharp police detective.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney said that although the brothers had committed a crime, the circumstance surrounding the murders should be taken into account.

Explore the universe in this intimate and mesmerising physical comedy voyage. Join a jelly-like performer as they pluck creatures from evolutionary history and push the boundaries of physics all within 1 metre squared. Only Bones – Daniel Nodder spans the universe from the Big Bang to the invention of fire to a primordial hand ballet with upbeat jazz. You’ll witness the ordinary become extraordinary and the strange become familiar. You’ll see limbs bend in ways you never thought possible, and you’ll never be able to look at your knees the same way again. Only Bones – Daniel Nodder contains silly physical theatre met with captivating design and soundscapes. Daniel Nodder utilises every part of their elastic body from teeth to toes, accompanied by a playful lightbulb that seems to have a mind of its own. This performance is a visually stunning and joyous experience. “This is the type of show that you go to a fringe festival for.” ★★★★½ – Arts Hub, Melbourne 2023 “Some of the funniest physical gags I’ve seen in a long time [...] I left this performance with a big goofy smile on my face.” – Art Murmurs, Wellington 2023. “This is physical theatre for the physical theatre hater, I promise it’ll change your mind.” – Art Murmurs, Wellington 2023. “The on-stage chemistry between Daniel and that light bulb is off the charts.” – Audience Member, Wellington 2023. “It's adept and intensely funny, bold, clever and original.” – Triple R 102.7FM, Melbourne 2023 Only Bones – Daniel Nodder is the eleventh iteration of a series of solo shows grouped together under The Only Bones Project, created by world-renowned circus and physical performer, Thom Monckton. Each version must adhere to a simple set of rules: no text, no set, no props, no narrative, only one light and within one metre squared. $13 Tickets with a Fringe tag SEASON DATES: Friday, May 17, 9 p.m. - 10 p.m. PDT Sunday, May 19, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. PDT Monday, May 20, 9 p.m. - 10 p.m. PDT Saturday, May 25, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. PDT Sunday, May 26, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. PDT Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X