What’s real? What’s imagined? — At the San Diego Book Festival, local authors and The Finest podcast team tackle the art of truth, fiction and everything in between.
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Lucky's Breakfast was more than a diner — it was a community. After the passing of beloved owner Lucky Wong, his family and loyal customers-turned-friends reflect on the man whose generosity, humor and daily breakfasts brought North Park together, and whose name now graces the street where generations of San Diegans gathered.
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KPBS Midday EditionAward-winning musician and children's author Ziggy Marley joined Midday Edition to discuss his latest book, "Pajammin': A Reggae Pajama Party for the Whole Family." -
A new youth-led podcast tells stories about what it's like to grow up in the rural border region of Imperial Valley. We hear from some of the young people behind the series.
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Emotion cemented Jepsen as a niche star and was acclaimed for its sense of drama and unabashed schmaltz. It's also a trove of songs about one particular emotion less associated with her cutesy image. -
The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack just placed three songs in the top 10 of the Hot 100 charts simultaneously — a feat not many movie soundtracks have accomplished.
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"The Heart" follows 24 hours in the life of a human heart, blending electronic beats, high-stakes drama and a message about connection. -
Swift revealed the release date, cover art and track list for The Life of a Showgirl. She also discussed her romance with Travis Kelce, buying back her masters and recovering from the Eras Tour.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: "Deceived" at The Old Globe, Perseid meteor shower, Las Hermanas Iglesias, dance photography, live music, Shobha Rao, zines and more. -
Artificial intelligence programs use “AI crawlers” to scour the web for images and data. Artists hope that new laws and protective technology can keep their art from being used without their permission, in violation of their copyrights.
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The city says libraries see the least amount of traffic on Sundays. Advocates say closures would reduce community members' access to library services. -
Dorothy Parker's posthumously published collection is Poems; Camilla Barnes' debut novel is The Usual Desire to Kill. Both affirm: sharp humor can be grounded in pain. -
A passion project from co-writer and star Ariella Mastroianni, "Gazer" is a grungy neo-noir thriller featuring an unreliable narrator and a distinctive '70s-inspired style.
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Mingei International Museum: Balboa Park
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Bernardo Winery
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Richard Blade presents: Lost '80s Live
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Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
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San Diego Botanic Garden
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