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Major League Soccer expansion team San Diego FC has signed winger Hirving “Chucky” Lozano as the club’s first designated player.

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / YouTube. After decades of relative stability, the U.S. energy revolution is beginning to shift the dynamics of the energy market. Once dependent on the Middle East for much of its energy, the U.S. is now producing more of its own - potentially freeing America to pursue a new foreign policy in the region.

President Biden said the historic invasion is a reminder of the costs of freedom and democracy — and the value of alliances. He evoked Ukraine, saying the U.S., NATO and its allies won't "walk away."

The Biden campaign announced a new hire to head their effort to court Republican voters. It's part of a recent push from the Biden campaign to make inroads with GOP voters who don't like Trump.

Celebrate the joy of reading with a virtual book club hosted by the Museum of Us! Enjoy books selected by Museum Educators and join monthly book club meetings to discuss, reflect, and share perspectives. Book Selections & Meeting Schedule: February 1 - "All About Love" by bell hooks March 7 - "The Skin and Its Girl" by Sarah Cypher April 4 - "Flux" by Jinwoo Chong May 2 - "Warrior Girl Unearthed" by Angeline Boulley Free to participate, registration required. Learn more and register online at museumofus.org/blog/virtual-book-club. Museum of Us on Facebook / Instagram

Much of the Southwest U.S. is experiencing extreme heat this week — with temperatures blazing past 100 degrees. And a phenomenon known as a heat dome is to blame.

Plus, San Diego scientists from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography will be at the United Nations Climate Conference in Dubai Thursday. Finally, a crew has docked their small, double canoe – the Hōkūle’a – in San Diego. The boat, modeled after ancient Polynesian vessels, has sailed around the world. It made its last stop in San Diego before returning to those still recovering from the fires in Maui.

German vocalist Ljiljana Winkler makes her west coast debut at the NWEAMO Festival 2024, set to take place on January 25, 26, and 27, offering an eclectic mix of musical performances, musical theater, and community engagement. Joining NWEAMO will be NYC-based Composers Concordance. This year’s festival promises an immersive experience, blending genres and cultures. Day 1: Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 Event: Ljiljana Winkler Interprets Songs of Joseph Martin Waters Venue: Episcopal Cathedral 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 Time: 7 p.m. Ljiljana Winkler Bio Based in Augsberg, Germany, active internationally, and known for passionate delivery and dazzling technique, vocalist and band leader Ljiljana Winkler performs songs by Joseph Martin Waters, accompanied by the Swarmius ensemble. The repertoire bridges pop, classical, jazz, and rock, featuring arching melodies and lush harmonies. The ensemble includes flutes, saxophones, cello, piano, drums, and electric bass – a unique blend of a classical orchestra and a rock band. Performers: Ljiljana Winkler – soprano; Alina Steele & David Ramirez – flutes; Todd Rewoldt & Brian Levy – saxophones; Isadora Flores & Peter Ko – cello; Sergio Bocanegra – synthesizer; Karen Follingstad – piano; Andrew Michel – bass; David Sullivan – Drums; Backing vocal ensemble: Miguel Zazueta (conductor), Karen Garcia, Cerah Rodriguez, Philip Gomez, Israel Rodriguez. Admission: A $20 suggested donation at all events. Ljiljana Winkler on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Fashion, publishing, design and music at MCASD; pompom art; "The Ballad of Johnny and June"; Ravel's "Mother Goose"; "Mrs. Doubtfire"; a new art space; live music picks and more.

Reenactors and world leaders converge this week for World War II commemorations in Normandy, where Ukraine looms large.