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Syrian political cartoonist Ali Farzat sits at his desk at a Kuwaiti newspaper on Dec. 14, 2011. Earlier that year, Farzat was badly beaten in retaliation for cartoons that mocked Syrian President Bashar Assad.

Satire In The Muslim World: A Centuries-Long Tradition

Ninth-century satirist al-Jahiz remains a beloved figure in Islamic literature, but his modern-day counterparts — including comedian Bassem Youssef and cartoonist Ali Farzat — don't have it easy.

Lee Chandler (Casey Affleck) suddenly finds himself guardian to his young nephew Patrick (Lucas Hedges) in the film "Manchester by the Sea."

Award-winning 'Manchester By The Sea' Opens In San Diego

Indie film just won four top honors from National Board of Review

Barbara (CHARLOTTE RITCHIE), Nurse Trixie Franklin (HELEN GEORGE), Nurse Patsy Mount (EMERALD FENNELL).

CALL THE MIDWIFE: Season 6

Airs Sundays, April 2 - May 21, 2017 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV

The Crystal Serenity, pictured here in Seward, Alaska, is the largest cruise ship to traverse the Northwest Passage, traveling from Alaska to New York City.

In Warmer Climate, A Luxury Cruise Sets Sail Through Northwest Passage

Climate change is opening up the Arctic to luxury cruises, including an Alaska-to-New York voyage. The vacation destination takes advantage of warming oceans but raises safety and ethical concerns.

The new brewery at Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. The school now teaches the art and science of brewing, an elective course.

Fermentation Fervor: Here's How Chefs Boost Flavor And Health

As more chefs experiment with microorganisms to transform ingredients and create new flavors, fermentation has gone from ancient preservation technique to culinary tool du jour.

San Diego Cops Use Social Media To Clear Up Muffled Helicopter Announcements

San Diego police will begin posting the same announcements made from police helicopters on Twitter and the social networking site Nextdoor.com.

Christopher Jackson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anthony Ramos, Daveed Diggs, and the company of Hamilton perform onstage during the 70th Annual Tony Awards.

Broadway/San Diego Announces New Season Plus 'Hamilton' Dates

"Hamilton," "School of Rock" and "Les Miserables" are among standouts for Broadway/San Diego's 2017-2018 season.

In the revival of Luis Valdez's "Zoot Suit," young pachucos go on trial for a murder they did not commit. In this scene, the judge requires the men to go on trial in the clothes they were wearing when they were arrested.

When Clothes Make The Man Appear Dangerous

The revival of playwright Luis Valdez's "Zoot Suit" reminds us that clothes and garments have long been the site upon which bigots can project their prejudices and fears.

Ravenswood Power Plant provides 22 percent of New York City's electricity needs.

NOVA: Treasures Of The Earth: Power

Airs Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 10 p.m. & Sunday, July 29 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV + July 29 at 10 p.m. on KPBS 2

Cut Down On Bee-Killing Pesticides? Ontario Finds It's Easier Said Than Done

Pesticides called "neonics" are popular among farmers, but also have been blamed for killing bees. In Canada, the province of Ontario is trying to crack down on neonics, with mixed results.

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