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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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Fewer cuts to the police department, but those to library hours remain in San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s final budget proposal. And, speaking of budget cuts, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s also proposing some belt-tightening — this time, ending Medi-Cal coverage for undocumented people. Advocates say asylum-seekers are not being given due process at the border, including a disabled Mongolian man who’s been in custody more than two months. Voice of San Diego’s Scott Lewis is back on the podcast breaking down the latest legal fight in the La Jolla succession effort. Then, hear about what’s new at this year’s Fringe Festival. Finally, children in the foster care system and their families can visit one Balboa Park museum for free for the next three weeks. -
The latest issue of "The Strand Magazine" contains rare stories by the iconic midcentury writers Ian Fleming and Graham Greene. -
San Diego International Fringe Festival officially kicks off May 15. But last night it launched a new addition to its innovative theater line up – films. KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando explains what the SDSU Emerging Filmmakers Showcase is all about.
Latest Arts Events
Brunch Takeover: Liberty Station’s Wildflour Welcomes Normal Heights Restaurant Bica
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 8 AM to 4 PM
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Wildflour
Free
KPBS Kids Event: Curious George
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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Children's Museum of Discovery
Free with museum admission
How to Write When the World Is on Fire
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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San Diego Writers, Ink
$36 - $42
Writing Your Memoir: Vulnerability vs. Oversharing
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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San Diego Writers, Ink
$36 - $42
Books & Art: Letter Writing Workshop
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
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San Diego Museum of Art
$5-$25
28th Annual Lemon Festival
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 11 AM to 6 PM
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Downtown Chula Vista
Free
Day of International Friendship
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 11 AM to 1 PM
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Balboa Park - 2188 Pan American W Rd
Free
Håfa Adai Festival
Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 11 AM to 5 PM
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House of Chamorros
Free
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