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A U.K.-born approach to health care is coming to San Diego, where doctors will prescribe art and culture to help young patients ease anxiety and depression.
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KPBS Midday EditionPolitical strategist and author Stacey Abrams joins Midday Edition to talk about her latest thriller, which tackles ethical questions around the use of artificial intelligence in the healthcare industry. -
Writer and director Larry Charles has been an influential voice in American comedy for decades. But his lifelong dedication to laughter comes with a life-and-death seriousness, which he explores in his new memoir "Comedy Samurai: 40 Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter."
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Bad Bunny's 30-concert residency in San Juan inspires pride in Puerto Rican culture and soothes pangs of sorrow over many people's decision to leave their island in search of opportunity. -
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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. -
After 35 years, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is back in theaters. The film's director looks back on the obstacles to making it in the first place.
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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. -
Bazaar del Mundo’s Latin American Market features handmade textiles, pottery and jewelry for sale. Artists also demonstrate their woodcarving, painting and weaving skills.
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The number of people experiencing homelessness is down throughout the county — we zoom in on North County, where coastal cities saw some of the biggest drops. Then, we stay in North County to look at how cuts to the National Institutes of Health are hitting CSU San Marcos. Also, hear part two of reporter Amita Sharma’s conversation with the leaders of San Diego’s Democratic and Republican parties. And, find out how a John Waters classic is still shocking audiences more than 50 years after its release. -
We asked some of our trusted critics which upcoming books they are most looking forward to. Here are the fiction and nonfiction titles they picked. -
Social media is changing the way writers are promoting their books. Author Rebecca Makkai talks about her decision to take a break from writing the blurbs commonly seen on the backs of book jackets.
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28th Annual Lemon Festival
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 11 AM to 6 PM
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Downtown Chula Vista
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Håfa Adai Festival
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 11 AM to 5 PM
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House of Chamorros
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National Rum Day at The Rooftop Bar
Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11 AM
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The Rooftop Bar at Mission Pacific Beach Resort
Tony Gwynn Day with Mr. Padre 2000 & 3000 Beer Release
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 12 PM to 10 PM
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AleSmith Brewing Company
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