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We asked public health leaders what the World Health Organization should add to its docket in this anniversary year. Answers ranged from pay more attention to teen health to restore the world's trust.

Burkina Faso has fallen into conflict and chaos but humanitarian aid for the displaced hasn't kept up. The Norwegian Refugee Council calls it the most neglected displacement crisis.

This weekend in the arts: San Diego New Music's "The Holy Ghost," DNA New Works playwriting festival at La Jolla Playhouse and more.

Starship is the largest rocket ever built. The company hopes it will one day take people to the moon and Mars. But first it has to fly.

It was a pretty wild year for music. Here are some KPBS staff picks for the best albums of 2022.

Women are underrepresented as artists and songwriters and make up less than 3% of credited music producers. For women of color that number is even lower. That's why Willie Mae is so important.

Four Muslim men have been shot and killed over a period of nine months in Albuquerque, N.M. Police are asking for the public's help in locating a vehicle that may be connected to the killings.

Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this Candlelight performance featuring some rock classics on strings will be sure to leave you wanting more. Celebrate songs from Led Zeppelin, David Bowie and more songs that have made a huge impact in the rock industry. Walk into one of San Diego’s historical buildings where the walls will be flickering by candlelight to create a magical atmosphere. Prepare to be taken into the clouds with these treasured masterpieces! Tentative program includes: • Jefferson Airplane - “White Rabbit” • The Rolling Stones - “Paint it Black” • David Bowie - “Life on Mars?” • Kansas - “Carry On Wayward Son” • Lynyrd Skynyrd - “Sweet Home Alabama” • Bon Jovi - “Livin on a Prayer” • Guns n’ Roses - “Sweet Child o’ Mine” • Blondie - “Call Me” • Cream - “Sunshine of Your Love” • Aerosmith - “Dream On” • The Who - “See Me, Feel Me / Pinball Wizard” • Boston - “More Than a Feeling” • Led Zeppelin - “Stairway to Heaven” Date | Friday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Location | CHAPEL San Diego Get tickets here! For more information, please visit feverup.com/m/106540.

The Brick Bar is a Lego inspired bar consisting of over a million blocks, transported and assembled into the ultimate fun fest. You will be encouraged to relive your childhood at this amazingly creative pop-up themed bar. Coming to Emjaye Inspired on Pomerado Road on April 8 and 9. The bar will feature sculptures made completely from bricks as well as an abundance of blocks for people to shape into their own creations. There will also be local DJs spinning tunes all day to keep the vibes and creative juices flowing. The 90 minute sessions will involve building competitions complete with prizes, a brick-made wishing well and a table built with over 22,000 bricks to host plenty of table tennis relays! There is also plenty of delicious food options available for pre-order including chilli fries, mac n cheese and loaded gyros. Date | Friday, April 8 and Saturday, April 9, 90 minute sessions from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Location | Emjaye Inspired Get tickets here! Ages 21+ after 6 p.m. Children under 5 go in for free. For more information, please visit explorehidden.com/event/details/the-brick-bar-san-diego.

Laboe is credited with inventing the "oldies, but goodies" phrase, as well as with helping end segregation in Southern California by organizing live DJ shows that attracted a diverse audience.