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While meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump said he backed a key provision of the NATO alliance that requires members to come to the defense of another if attacked.

Broadway legend Audra McDonald will perform with the San Diego Symphony this weekend. She sat down with Midday Edition to talk about curating the program and her theater journey.

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

Second Tuesday Explorations is a monthly gathering of creative writers that fosters support, inspiration, and community. Second Tuesday is a generative meeting. New topics for each session will challenge writers to explore and expand their craft. Generative writing prompts will encourage you to grow and learn in exciting new ways. The first hour will be spent introducing the prompt followed by a sustained ‘free-write’ period. During the second hour, writers will be invited to share their writing with the group. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

You might recognize the performer's unmistakable voice from the Netflix series Ripley, the HBO series The White Lotus or the Pixar animated feature Luca. In Italy, she's a legend.

Oolong Gallery Presents "What is Built" - A Solo Exhibition by Christina Hendershaw Oolong Gallery is pleased to announce "What is Built," a solo exhibition by graphite artist and San Diego native Christina Hendershaw. This captivating exhibition will be displayed in the foyer gallery at Oolong from May 18 to June 9, 2024, offering a unique exploration of the ephemeral nature of urban structures in the form of graphite works on paper. This exhibition marks the final showcase in the gallery's current raw form before the warehouse undergoes significant construction and division. Please join us for the opening reception Saturday May 18 from 2-5 p.m. at Oolong Gallery, including an event to follow in celebration of the parallel show in the warehouse by Peruvian oil painter Sylvia Fernández. Before a foundation is poured or a beam erected, the conceptual framework of our cities materializes in the realm of imagination. These nascent structures, which eventually manifest as tangible entities, exist in a liminal state—simultaneously solid and elusive. Once built, they seamlessly blend into the fabric of our daily existence, often going unnoticed until moments of construction or demolition draw our attention. Hendershaw’s meticulous graphite drawings capture this delicate balance between presence and invisibility, examining the experience of spatial perception and collective memory. "These imagined structures straddle the line between solidity and intangibility," says Hendershaw. "Their presence is so pervasive, so assumed, that they often go unnoticed—perceived as indestructible and unyielding." Through ethereal and abstract representations of recently constructed ruins, Hendershaw’s work obscures rather than clarifies any authentic sense of place or location, referencing the transient nature of what is built. About Christina Hendershaw Born in 1983 and raised in San Diego, Christina Hendershaw now lives and works in Los Angeles, CA. She holds an MFA from Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles (2012) and a BFA from The School of The Art Institute of Chicago (2006). Hendershaw’s work has been exhibited in numerous solo and group shows, including: Solo Shows: "Between, next to and in front of," Ice Gallery at Bread and Salt, San Diego, CA (2014) Group Exhibitions: 'Leucadia' Oolong Gallery x the Brown Studio Encinitas, CA (2024) Tryst Art Fair for Artist-Run-Spaces and Collectives, Torrance Art Museum, Torrance, CA (2023) "The Body Is The House We Live In," The Floating Gallery, Los Angeles, CA (2023) "All My Friends Are Architecture," Modest Common, Los Angeles, CA (2022) "Still Figuring Out a Title," Private Residence, Los Angeles, CA (2018) Exhibition Details Exhibition Title: "What is Built" Artist: Christina Hendershaw Dates: May 18 – June 9, 2024 Opening Reception: May 18, 2024, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Oolong Gallery, 687 Second Street, Encinitas, CA 92024 Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. + by appt Oolong Gallery invites you to experience Christina Hendershaw’s exploration of the fleeting and often unnoticed aspects of our urban landscapes in the form of graphite works on paper. For more information, please visit www.oolongallery.com or contact the gallery at info@oolongallery.com About Oolong Gallery Oolong Gallery is a contemporary art space dedicated to showcasing innovative and thought-provoking works by emerging and established artists. Located in North County San Diego, CA, the gallery provides a platform for artists to engage with the community, speak to next generations and inspire better art collecting. Oolong Art Gallery on Instagram

Pulitzer winner Cristina Rivera Garza offers new perspective on gender violence through a murder mystery and poetry.

President Trump is threatening the European Union with steep tariffs. The EU's foreign policy chief said leaders there wonder what they've done to warrant such treatment.

It takes a village to make the music we love. We remember the singers, songwriters, composers, instrumentalists, producers and journalists that we lost in 2024.

Come out and show your support for local owned businesses with a rooftop pop-up shop! Explore some of the best local owned businesses that San Diego has to offer - just in time for the holiday season! We are opening up our rooftop this weekend to showcase their products and talents along with food and beverage items available and music to set the tone. Additional Event Info: Free and open to the public Complimentary glass of Champagne upon arrival (sparkling cider available for kiddos) 10+ local owned businesses to shop from Photo-op spaces because if you don't take a pic, it didn't happen Music brought to by a variety of local artists, including a Youth String Group raising funds for cancer research Spectacular rooftop views of downtown San Diego's skyline Food & Beverage available for purchase at our rooftop restaurant & bar Dog-Friendly Venue Grab your friends and family, and head on over to find some unique treasures + gifts! Visit: Holiday Makers Market