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Shlissel challah is a special loaf baked the first sabbath after Passover. We trace the modern route by which the bread has spread beyond the ultra-orthodox world to everyday Jewish bakers.

Faithful from around the world are pouring into the Vatican, where Pope Francis' body will go on display Wednesday, ahead of a funeral Saturday.

The 32nd Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival proudly presents Cine Sin Fronteras, a celebration of films that break boundaries and unite communities through storytelling. This year’s festival embodies the spirit of limitless creativity and cultural connection, echoing the words of 2025 guest and local filmmaking legend Gregory Nava: “There is No Wall That Can Hold Back a Dream.” For over three decades, SDLFF has showcased powerful narratives that transcend borders, and this year’s dynamic lineup of films, programs, and cultural experiences continues that tradition, highlighting the richness, diversity, and strength of Latino culture. Bienvenidos! Media Arts Center San Diego is proud to announce our 32nd San Diego Latino Film Festival, March 19-23, 2025 at AMC Mission Valley & Digital Gym CINEMA. Stay tuned! Movies & complete festival schedule to be announced in late February! In the meantime, you can purchase your 32nd San Diego Latino Film Festival passes now! Info: 619-230-1938 x 101 / info@mediaartscenter.orginfo@mediaartscenter.org Sign up for our mailing list at sdlatinofilm.com to get all the latest updates! San Diego Latino Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

An 18-year-old from Russian-occupied Luhansk tells NPR how and why he escaped to Kyiv.

The New York Adult Survivors Act gave alleged victims of sexual violence a one-year window to file civil claims, even after the statute of limitations had lapsed. It's a law that may have opened the doors for the federal investigation that landed Sean Combs in custody.

This month has brought a shower of new podcasts for your playlist. The NPR One team gathered a few returning favorites as well as some fresh releases from across public media.

"Fantastic Fish" Exhibition: Persian Place invites young artists in grades K-12 to participate in the "Fantastic Fish" art contest! This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and have their artwork featured at the Museum of California Center for the Arts during our Nowruz celebration on March 15, 2025. This exhibition is presented by Persian Place and the Museum of California Center for the Arts in collaboration with Little Persian. Theme: "Fantastic Fish" From goldfish to koi fish, tropical fish, or even imaginary fish-let your creativity swim free! Any art medium is allowed (drawing, painting, mixed media, etc.). Grade groups & awards First, second, and third place winners will be selected from each grade group: - Grades K-5 - Grades 6-12 Judging criteria Entries will be judged based on originality, creativity, and theme representation. Prizes & recognition - Selected artworks will be displayed at the Museum of California Center for the Arts during our Nowruz celebration in March. - Winners will receive special prizes and recognition for their artistic achievement. How to enter 1. Take a clear photo of your artwork. 2. Email the photo along with the artist's name, grade, and a short description of the artwork to info@persianplace.org. 3. Deadline: March 3, 2025 - All entries must be submitted by the end of the day. Get ready to dive into creativity and celebrate the beauty of fish through art! The image on this poster comes from a Nowruz stamp issued by the post office in Iran 60 years ago.

High-end accommodations for pooches are thriving in one of the world's most unequal countries. They have their defenders and their critics. Who's barking up the right tree?

Instagram is beginning to test the use of artificial intelligence to determine if kids are lying about their ages on the app, parent company Meta Platforms said on Monday.

For decades the NIH has led a public health campaign credited with saving thousands of babies from dying in their sleep. The administration's cuts come as sleep-related infant deaths have been rising.