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Matcha is suddenly everywhere, from cafe menus to viral drinks on social media. But the powdered green tea has a much deeper story rooted in centuries-old tea traditions. In this episode, we explore the rise of matcha, the ritual of Japanese tea ceremony and why this ancient drink resonates with modern life.
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KPBS Midday EditionFor this edition of Wellness Wednesday, we hear from the founder of Seoul Glow Lab, a local K-Beauty store, and an esthetician about how they are building community and education around skincare. -
KPBS Midday EditionUC San Diego is hosting the 25th Annual Kyoto Prize Symposium this week. Award recipient Carol Gilligan joins Midday Edition Tuesday to talk about her pioneering work highlighting the experiences of women and girls in research, and share her reaction to receiving the Kyoto Prize.
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Ford struggled to find his footing in Hollywood before being cast as Han Solo in Star Wars. Now 83, he plays a therapist in the Apple TV series Shrinking: "I really do love the work," he says. -
There are two clear frontrunners in this year's best original song race, either of which would be a worthy Oscar winner. Diane Warren is also nominated, for the 17th time.
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Droves of young people who are turning to tactile, analog hobbies and activities as a means of escaping technology and reconnecting with childlike creativity and exploration. -
Our highlights for culture in San Diego this weekend: An all-women art show exploring surrealism and myth; Candlewood Arts Festival; Maynard Okereke; OH San Diego; North Park Creator Fair; art at Bivouac and Gershwin ballet.
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You're inviting folks over to watch the Oscars, but you want to serve them a bill-of-fare that reflects this year's idiosyncratic slate of best picture nominees. We can help with that. -
The Old Globe's newly commissioned play based on Herman Melville's 1853 short story, "Bartleby, the Scrivener," has extended its run through March 22.
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Bruno Mars is the most-listened to artist in the world on Spotify. He's won 16 Grammys. In case you thought there were no battles left for him to win, this week he unlocked another achievement. -
On new albums by viral sensation Yebba and studio whiz Pimmie, it's clear modern R&B has been clearing space for vastly different stripes of singer-songwriter.
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Voice’s story about a scam at Petco Park led prosecutors to open a criminal investigation. The two ringleaders have now pleaded guilty. -
Librarian Jarrett Dapier's graphic novel tells a fictionalized account of real-life events in 2013 that restricted access to Marjane Satrapi's memoir Persepolis in Chicago Public Schools. -
The visual album and documentary Songs from the Hole tells the story of James Jacobs, the hip-hop artist JJ'88, as he reflects on his coming-of-age within California's state prison system. -
Detractors point to Adebayo's one-of-a-kind stat line — 43 field goal attempts, 22 3-point attempts and, most of all, NBA records of 36 free throws and 43 attempts — as proof of stat-padding. -
Iran is set to play three games in the U.S. this June. But amid the U.S.-Israel military campaign that has killed Iran's supreme leader, Iran's sports minister said the team would pull out.
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New Exhibition: Fragmented Stories – Opening Reception
Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 4 PM to 7 PM
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Arts District Liberty Station
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Helix Instrumental Music Association Giving Gala
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5 PM
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The Thursday Club
$90
Body Care | Perfume Making: Create Your Own Signature Fragrance
Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 5 PM to 8 PM
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San Diego Craft Collective
$130
Russell Lecture: Joey Terrill
Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 5 PM to 7 PM
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: La Jolla
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Game Night at Birch Aquarium
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6 PM
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Coronado Community READ Event: More Than Specimens: Inside the Nat's Bird Collection
Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 6 PM to 7 PM
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Coronado Public Library
Free
Alzheimer's Association: Building Brain-Healthy Habits-VIRTUAL
Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 6 PM to 7 PM
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Ricardo Arjona - 'Lo Que el Seco no dijo' 2026 Tour
Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 8 PM
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Pechanga Arena San Diego
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