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13 hours agoOakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)
HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
"This festival, 'Embrace Winter,' is now in its 14th year. We've hosted several events throughout the season, and this is our final one. Today we're here celebrating art, culture and community all coming together."
In 1820, President James Monroe signed the Missouri Compromise, which allowed Missouri to join the Union as a slave state and Maine to join as a free state, while banning slavery in the northern portion of the Louisiana Territory.
The Talking France podcast team has a special episode looking ahead to what's happening in France in 2026 - from travel and immigration changes to cultural diary dates and what on earth might happen with French politics. Host Ben McPartland is joined by The Local France's Emma Pearson, John Lichfield and - for her last episode - Genevieve Mansfield for a special look ahead to next year in France.
Monday Budget - Article 47 of France's Constitution gives MPs a maximum of 40 days to vote on the draft budget law in its first reading. This sets the deadline at midnight on November 23rd. However, the first formal vote on the entire budget is scheduled for Monday, November 24th, at 4pm. Strike - Not in France this time, but a three-day general strike in Belgium that is set to start on Monday could have knock-on effects, particularly in the far north of France, and affecting travel.
Not only is it where Nicer Tuesdays has called home for the past few years, but it's also home to London's music and cultural scene. Once a former Art Deco cinema in Dalston, EartH reopened in 2018 by the team behind Village Underground, keeping much of the original character alongside installing remarkable contemporary sound and lighting systems. Since the reopening, EartH has become a top spot for artists and audiences who want a bit more from their night out.
Every year, from September 15 to October 15, New York City comes alive with the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of Hispanic Heritage Month. In 2025, the theme is "Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future," a powerful reminder that this month-long observance is not only about celebrating traditions but also about acknowledging the innovations, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped Hispanic and Latino communities in the city.
Aston realized the combination of Gedge’s conversational lyrics and orchestral arrangements felt like musical theatre, leading to the creation of Reception: A New Musical.
"We reduced the exhibition footprint given over to British colonial imagery related to coastal and topographical surveys, which was part of the first iteration of the permanent gallery."