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Spend a lovely Valentine's Day afternoon listening to the beautiful music of the cello, featuring Peter Ko and Robert Bui. About Peter Ko: Praised as “particularly moving” (San Diego Story) and showing “extraordinary musicianship with unbroken focus … fierce and committed” (San Diego Union Tribune), Peter Ko is a San Diego based cellist, collaborating with musical artists such as Steve Schick, Joshua Rubin, Mark Fewer, and the Dover String Quartet. As a performer, his training and projects have taken him across the USA, Mexico, Canada, and Europe, performing in festivals such as soundSCAPE, SICPP, Darmstädter Ferienkurse, the Green Box Arts Festival, and Neofonía Festival de Música Nueva Ensenada. Peter currently serves as principal cellist for the La Jolla Symphony and Chorus, has been featured with Yarn/Wire, Project [BLANK], and San Diego New Music. About Robert Bui: Robbie Bui is a versatile cellist, able to perform classical canon, pop improvisation, and contemporary avant-garde. He is grounded by an additional background in composition, and holds degrees from New England Conservatory and UC San Diego. Specializing in new music interpretation, he has been dedicated dozens of pieces as a soloist and chamber musician, and is recognized in ensembles such as East Coast Contemporary Ensemble, Palimpsest Ensemble, and Alinéa. Beyond cello, he’s a reliable pianist, good violinist, and not-so-good flutist. Beyond the stage, he works as the Patron Services and Office Manager of La Jolla Symphony and Chorus, and as a freelance portrait/event photographer. And beyond work, he learns languages, tailors clothes, cuts hair, and can make really great coffee.

How did a little known assemblyman become the presumptive Democratic nominee for mayor of New York City? NPR's A Martinez talks to Bob Hardt, political director of the NY1 news channel.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže about the trans-Atlantic relationship under President Trump.

There have been reports of roads buckling due to extreme heat in multiple states, including Wisconsin, Missouri, and Delaware. Why is this happening?

This Valentine’s Day, step into a world of romance at Odysea Waterfront Lounge, where love is best served with a view. Nestled on the terrace with breathtaking sights of the shimmering bay, indulge in an evening of elevated cocktails and intimate ambiance. Sip on Love-Inspired Creations, our expert mixologists have crafted two enchanting cocktails designed to set hearts aflutter: Drunk in Love – A bold and passionate mix of Boozy Grapes Gin, Campari, and lemon, perfect for couples looking to toast to love. The Spark Between Us – A dazzling combination of pear vodka, Lillet Blanc, St. Germain, prosecco, and a sprinkle of “love dust” for a truly magical moment. Whether you're celebrating new love, lasting romance, or simply the joy of a perfect evening, Odysea’s elegant atmosphere and signature cocktails make for an unforgettable Valentine’s experience.

Richard Gerald Jordan, the longest-serving man on Mississippi's death row was executed Wednesday, nearly five decades after he kidnapped and killed a bank loan officer's wife in a violent ransom scheme.

KPBS and One Book, One San Diego Screening Event: Free For All Join KPBS as we celebrate America’s Libraries with a public screening of Independent Lens: "Free for All: The Public Library." The film tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea into reality. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today’s librarians, learn how the public library system impacts our culture and democracy. A panel discussion moderated by KPBS Arts Reporter Julia Dixon Evans will follow the film’s presentation along with audience Q&A. Julia will be joined by San Diego County Library Director Migell Acosta, Oceanside Public Library Principal Youth Librarian Amy Kleman and additional guests. This event is organized by KPBS in collaboration with the San Diego Central Library and One Book, One San Diego. Many thanks to the San Diego Central Library for generously hosting this event in their Neil Morgan Auditorium. Please register to attend this free public event.

NATO's summit in the Netherlands on Wednesday has been described as "transformational" and "historic."

We're serving up essential turkey tips, and what to do with your leftovers come Friday. Plus, films we're thankful for.

The action lays bare the administration's attempt to exert its will over immigration enforcement, and a growing anger at federal judges who have blocked executive branch actions they see as lawless.