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About this Program The attack on Israel by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023 opened a new chapter in the turbulence history of the post-Ottoman Levant. A low-grade war between Hezbollah in Lebanon and Israel begun on Oct. 8, 2023 exploded in September 2024 with devastating effect on both Hezbollah and the Lebanese population and infrastructure. Shifting power balances in the Levant and beyond contributed to the unexpectedly sudden collapse of the seeming impregnable Assad regime after 14 years of civil war. To understand the outlines of any potential emerging orders in Syria and Lebanon it is crucial to understand the history and forces driving today’s fragmented, yet interrelated Levant. Michael Provence, a specialist in modern middle eastern history, will present via Zoom the broad historical context in which recent developments in Syria & Lebanon have occurred. He will discuss the late Ottoman period, the colonial & post-colonial periods in the Levant, the emergence of Israel, the rise of Assad, the fall of Lebanon into civil war, and the emergence of Hezbollah - including its role as a proxy/client of Iran. A Q&A session will follow his presentation. Free to members & the public, available via Zoom. Pre-registration required. About Michael Provence Michael Provence teaches modern Middle East history, focusing on the 20th-century Arab East. He received a B.A in History from U.C. Berkeley in 1994 and a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 2001. During 2017-2018 he was Chercheur Résident (Research Fellow in Residence), Institut d’Etudes Avancées de Nantes, France. In 2010-11 and 2014, Provence was an Alexander von Humboldt fellow at the Zentrum Moderner Orient in Berlin, Germany. In 2024-25, he is a visiting professor at Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. He is the author of two books and many articles. The books are "The Great Syrian Revolt and the Rise of Arab Nationalism" (2005) and "The Last Ottoman Generation and the Making of the Modern Middle East" (2017). Both available in Arabic and Turkish. Provence lived and studied over the course of many years in several Middle Eastern countries, particularly Syria and Lebanon, between 1998 and 2006. He returns as often as possible.

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San Diego, CA – Get ready for a praise-filled evening unlike any other as the Bayside Gospel Concert Aboard the Midway returns to the flight deck! Location 910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, Saturday, July 26, at 7:30 p.m., come join us for an unmeasurable celebration of faith and music. This powerful event will take place aboard the historic U.S.S. Midway Museum on the flight deck, transforming the iconic aircraft carrier into a floating sanctuary of worship and gospel excellence. This year’s headliners include award winning artists such as Gospel legend Vanessa Bell Armstrong, dynamic vocalist and worship leader Kelontae Gavin, and last but not least The Family- with groundbreaking sounds and timeless anthems. Plus, get ready for electrifying performances from Corey Thompson, Robert Earl Dean, and M.A.N.D.A.T.E.’s own recording artist, Palace, who are set to ignite the stage and move the crowd. Join us for a night under the stars filled with unimaginable praise, stunning views, and a message that heals and uplifts. Whether you’re a longtime gospel fan or new to the experience, this is one summer night you won’t want to miss! Tickets are on sale now. Stay connected for updates by visiting www.GODRadio1.com. Contact: Jantenee Corley-Milner, Publicist Office Mobile:(619) 786-0431 Jcmilner@mandaterecords.com M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Records Inc. on Youtube / Instagram

California lawmakers are trying to make local government meetings more open to non-English speakers. The bill could reduce long-standing barriers to the democratic process in Imperial County.