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Under an extension of a temporary cease-fire, Hamas freed 12 more hostages on Tuesday, including 10 Israelis and two foreign nationals, Israel's military said. About 160 hostages remain in captivity.

Some 30,000 Thais were working in Israel prior to the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. More than 7,000 have left Israel since. More than 50 Thai citizens were killed or taken hostage in the attacks.

San Diego Padres manager Bob Melvin is set to leave the team and become the new manager of the San Francisco Giants.

“We are ready to continue our cooperation with the United States on panda conservation, and do our best to meet the wishes of the Californians so as to deepen the friendly ties between our two peoples,” Xi said Wednesday during a dinner speech with business leaders.

From the gallery: Wendell Kling transforms the Athenaeum's gallery and windows with light, color, and cut paper silhouetted imagery to create a peaceful, contemplative retreat. Taking inspiration from temples of various belief systems, A Coruscating Sanctuary provides a platform for the activities that take place within. Kineto-luminescent furnishings and lights orient participants to the central “altar” and matching lectern. Here, the sanctuary invites visitors to participate in quiet reflection, readings, and occasional activations in the exchange of philosophies through poetry, sound, movement, and performance. Wendell M. Kling is a Southern California based interdisciplinary artist and educator. Kling's work is grounded in contemporary interdisciplinary practice that often incorporates sculptural objects with two-dimensional media, installation, performance, and film. The artist received a BA and MFA in studio art from UCSD in 1989 and 2000 respectively and has exhibited locally and nationally at the Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego, Ship in the Woods, Bread & Salt, Art Basel Miami (2005), Thrust Projects in New York, and MAK Center for Art and Architecture in Los Angeles. Kling is currently professor of sculpture and new genres at San Diego Mesa College. Events: Opening Reception: Friday, May 12, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Gallery Walk-through: Saturday, June 3, 11 a.m.; free admission Artist Talk: Thursday, June 15, 6:30 p.m.; Tickets: $15/$20/$5 Exhibition activations: Poetry Reading on Friday, May 19, at 6 PM, with poet Adrian Arancibia Poetry and Contrabass on Saturday, May 27, at 2 PM, with poet Jerome Rothenberg and poet and bassist Mark Dresser Musical Performance on Friday, June 2, at 6 PM, with musician Sam Lopez Related links: Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram | Facebook

Maritime Museum of San Diego, serving as the community memory of our seafaring experience by collecting, preserving, and presenting our rich maritime heritage and historic connections with the Pacific world, invites San Diegans and regional visitors to celebrate Fourth of July 2023 at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. The Museum’s premiere waterfront location is the ideal spot to share the annual holiday day and night. The Maritime Museum of San Diego will be open Tuesday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for self-guided general admission walking tours of the historic fleet. Visitors are asked to plan ahead as the last guest entry and ticket sold is at 4 p.m. Entrance to the fascinating below deck galleries and exhibits are free with admission purchase. This includes the new Steam and Splendor: Treasures from the Ocean Liner and Cruise Liner Ephemera Collection on display in the Berkeley’s Gould Eddy and Compass Galleries. For those seeking an educational on-the-water daytime sightseeing experience, the Maritime Museum offers two types of narrated Bay boat tours for a small additional charge with purchase of admission. Unique to this experience are the age of the vessels, now restored, well preserved, and recognized on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and California Register of Historic Resources by the Department of Parks and Recreation Office of Historic Preservation. July 4 Holiday Bay tour options include: Five daytime 45-minute narrated Historic Bay Cruises aboard the restored 1914 Pilot boat at an additional $15 per person with purchase of general admission. Boarding times are 11 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. Two daytime 75-minute Veteran volunteer narrated Vietnam-era PCF 816 Swift boat Naval History Bay Tours at an additional $20 per person with purchase of general admission. Boarding times are 12:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. Tickets for the dockside evening July 4 fireworks viewing are $25 per person for entry starting at 7 p.m. to board the 1898 Victorian-era steam ferry Berkeley upperMcKinney Deck complete with no host bar, refreshment area and spectacular viewing angles of the fireworks over San Diego Bay. Evening summertime picnic faire boxes will be available starting at 7 p.m. for $15 and include one ¼ lb. hot dog or homemade sausage link, chips, and apple pie, while supplies last. Capacity limited. Seating is first come first serve. The Maritime Museum waterfront barge to the rear of Berkeley will also be available as a firework viewing option. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. The remaining vessels in the Maritime Museum fleet and exhibits are closed for July 4 fireworks viewing. Museum general admission, boat tours and event tickets can be purchased in advance online. The Museum Ticket Booth is located along the north embarcadero in front of the Museum and open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for walk-up admission ticket purchase and if seats are available, also to join one of the Museum’s narrated boat tours. Maritime Museum of San Diego is located at 1492 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101-3309 (between Grape and Ash St.) and encompasses a collection of historic vessels including the world’s oldest active sailing ship, Star of India. Waterfront parking is limited and metered for a maximum of 3 hours. Alternative parking options or rideshare services are strongly recommended. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

After three years, California and San Diego County’s COVID-19 emergency orders end today. In other news, developers can get financial incentives to build low-income housing, but there’s nothing like that for building moderate-income homes. We have details on a new bill that would change that. Plus, Imperial Beach’s mayor reacts to a recent settlement made to prevent Tijuana’s sewage from reaching San Diego.

Opening Reception for exhibition of drawings and paintings by art students of San Diego artist/art educator Mikey Kettinger. All of Mikey's students, past and present, are invited to submit artwork. All are welcome to view artwork and create artwork during this event. Celebrate and create amazing art by artists of all ages. Mikey Kettinger Art Studio is a community resource for people of all ages and skill levels who want to create, collect and appreciate art. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The retailer says it hired an outside firm to look into the claims against Mike Jeffries. It's a major test for a brand that's remaking its image for a socially conscious era.

Bring the family and join us at AR Workshop for a Family-Friendly DIY class to make a Wood Project! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. Find out at the workshop about our DIY RewARds program! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram