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KPBS is doing a series of stories about multiple generations living under the same roof. In the latest installment, we learn about a family from northeastern Africa, that overcame major hardships before finding a City Heights apartment. In other news, a new report finds that the homeless population is getting older. Plus, Tijuana street artist Carlos Rodriguez gives us a look into the public arts scene across the border.

Earth Day honors environmental achievements and brings awareness to protect the Earth's natural resources for future generations.

The SAMAHAN Filipino American Performance Arts & Education Center will hold its 36th Philippine Cultural Arts Festival on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Balboa Park, at the Presidents Way Lawn on Park Boulevard. Admission is FREE! A family-oriented event focused on cultural heritage, entertainment and networking, this festival appeals to the whole family and allows San Diego locals as well as tourists the opportunity to learn about Philippine culture and performing arts through dances and music. The one-day event showcases performing arts with presentations of exhilarating folk and ethnic dances of the different regions of the Philippines by SAMAHAN’s graceful dancers accompanied with live music of the SAMAHAN Rondalla and Kulintang (gong) Music Ensembles. Every folk dance and ethnic ritual is performed in colorful, beautifully crafted traditional and ethnic attires that are particularly worn for each repertoire. Featured, as well, will be mainstream entertainment such as contemporary dances and vocals by invited local performers and martial arts exhibitions. The Festival also features visual arts by local artists, vendors offering crafts, books and other merchandise, as well as, delicious Filipino and Asian fusion food items, including deserts, like Halo Halo. Visit website at https://samahanarts.org for more information on how to participate as vendor, guest performer or festival volunteer, or call (619) 470-6024 or email at SamahanPhilDance@gmail.com.

This is the fourth test for Starship, and this time, it returned successfully to earth.

Alexander Massialas, who won silver in Rio de Janeiro and bronze in Tokyo, gears up for another shot at the gold at the Olympics.

Here's a selection of finalists for the Siena Drone Photo Award competition of 2024: a wrestling match, an awesome bridge, a snow-covered village and pelicans!

Experience the extraordinary at Innovation Day 2023 - a day packed with dynamic talks, cutting-edge exhibits, illuminating panels, captivating pitches, mesmerizing performances, immersive arts, and rich culture. Whether you're mingling with new acquaintances or reconnecting with familiar faces, Innovation Day offers a platform to witness the pinnacle of San Diego's innovation prowess. Over 150+ companies will be exhibiting throughout ALL of Petco Park, each individually helping propel our community towards a brighter tomorrow. Enjoy a performance by Ozomatli! Connect on Facebook / X

Please join us at AMA San Diego’s Art of Marketing: The 360 Marketer Conference on October 5 and 6, 2023 for a modern approach to the ever-evolving landscape of marketing for an immersive conference experience. Marketing thought leaders from our community will help you unlock the full potential of marketing by taking a holistic approach to mastering the art of being a 360 Marketer. Thursday, October 5th will kick off with an evening VIP reception for networking with speakers and sponsors. The conference opens on Friday, October 6th at 8 a.m. at the Knauss School of Business at University of San Diego. The theme of the conference, “The 360 Marketer,” embodies a holistic and comprehensive approach to marketing, where every touchpoint with the customer is considered to create a seamless and personalized experience. The conference deciphers the key subdisciplines of the Experiential Marketer, the People Marketer, the Tech Marketer, and the Insightful Marketer. These four elements of marketing cover customer experiences, human interactions and personalization, technology, social media and data-driven insights. These four tracks allow attendees to customize their conference experience based on their needs. For more information visit: artofmarketingsd.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Whether the coup attempt was real or not, some Bolivians say they no longer believe what their leader says, and he'd be better served addressing the gasping economy and less time on political stunts.

It's Art Month in Nigeria — and a highlight is the celebration of art that is Art X, a wide-ranging fair that highlights "Black portraiture" as well as other creations from the continent.