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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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When asked if this marked the beginning of a comeback for him, Spacey was quoted as saying, "I'm glad to be working, I'll tell you that." -
The major writing prize awards the best fiction translated into English. Judges called Banu Mushtaq's short story collection "something genuinely new for English readers." -
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Novel vs. Memoir: Discover the Best Format for YOUR Story
Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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San Diego Writers, Ink
$36 - $42
Third Sunday Craft: Maps of the Imagination - Plot as a Plan (Online)
Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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The Ink Spot
$36 to $42
Hands on Kimchi Workshop with Fermenters Club
Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10 AM to 12:30 PM
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Maya Moon Collective
$72
Coastal Ballet Center for the Arts - Open House
Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 1 PM
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Coastal Ballet Center for the Arts
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'Dance @ The JAI' (sold out)
Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 3 PM
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The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
Summer Concert Series at Bernardo Winery
Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 5 PM to 9 PM
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Bernardo Winery
Lucky Devils Dance Band Performs Free Concert at the Civita Park Amphitheater
Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM
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Civita Park Amphitheater
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Cynthia Erivo with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
$82 - $129
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