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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Josh MacPhee's "Paper Politics" at Burn All Books' "& Friends" gallery; Roman de Salvo's utilitarian-inspired sculptures; new contemporary ballet and a musical about public bathrooms.
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Scientists say we’ve barely scratched the surface when it comes to understanding and mapping the plants around us. In this episode, we meet the everyday people using an app called iNaturalist to help discover, document and protect biodiversity — sometimes even ending up in scientific papers. -
KPBS Midday EditionMother-daughter duo Zoe and Susie Ghahremani join Midday Edition to talk about their latest book, "Celebrate Nowruz." Then, a preview of the San Diego Latino Film Festival. And, your weekend preview.
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The 33rd annual festival celebrates Latino film and culture through Sunday at venues across San Diego County. -
Tommy Shelby's estranged son has taken control of the old gang and is making new and dangerous moves and alliances. Cillian Murphy stars in this gripping movie-length Peaky Blinders sequel.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: INSITE reenvisions a 2000 border birding hut installation; San Diego Dance Theater explores water and resilience; the Cherry Blossom Festival returns; Twin Ritual hits the Casbah and more. -
"Unrolling Paradise," an installation by artist Maryam Bayat, is inspired by a childhood in the fertile forests of Iran, her father's rug shop and the women who traditionally wove Persian rugs by hand.
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Cinema Junkie Beth Accomando looks back at the biggest moments of the 98th Academy Awards — from historic wins and industry politics to why Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" deserved more recognition. -
A mix of decorated veterans and rising stars won 24 medals for Team USA, 13 of them gold. The last one arrived Sunday, when the U.S. sled hockey team beat Canada to win its fifth straight gold medal.
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The "Because I Got High" rapper made waves in 2023 with the album and song "Lemon Pound Cake," using home video to mock a police raid on his Ohio home. The deputies lost their civil suit against him. -
The Grammy-winning singer describes herself as a "53-year-old woman who is maneuvering her career the way she wants to, how she wants to." Scott's new album is To Whom This May Concern.
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This week, the biggest chart news revolves around Harry Styles all the time. Other artists, occasionally. -
KPBS Midday EditionWhat's the best way to make friends in San Diego? KPBS Midday Edition went on a journey to find out. -
The world’s most-watched sporting event kicks off in June, and San Diego will be a part of it. Two teams will set up camp in the region for the FIFA World Cup. -
Morocco was stunningly awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title on Tuesday by governing body judges who overturned Senegal's victory in a chaotic final in January. -
Venezuela won the World Baseball Classic for the first time, rebounding from a blown eighth-inning lead to beat the United States 3-2 Tuesday night on Eugenio Suárez's tiebreaking double in the ninth
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National Chocolate & Caramel Day at The Rooftop Bar
Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 12 PM to 10 PM
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The Rooftop Bar at Mission Pacific Beach Resort
Taste of Third 2026
Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 4 PM to 8 PM
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Downtown Chula Vista
Early Bird for $47.50 (live on Jan 9 while supplies last). GA on sale after for $53.50
Fit + Moonshine Line Dancing Exclusive
Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 8 PM
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Moonshine Flats
$39.19
ARTIFACT at Night: Andalusia
Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
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Mingei International Museum: Balboa Park
$89
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