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Among those blamed by the government for ethnic violence in China's far west is Uighur economist Ilham Tohti. He says the government accepts many of his suggestions on ethnic policy, but still doesn't trust him. He has been arrested four times, though never charged with a crime.

One of the hallmarks of our vibrant, lively English language is that it is constantly growing. Not everyone is thrilled with all the directions of that growth, but it certainly is interesting to watch, and to listen to. Each year, lexicographer Grant Barrett, co-host of A Way With Words, heard here on KPBS, gathers up a group of the most intriguing words.

The Navy held a public hearing last night on the proposed Navy Broad way Complex on the downtown waterfront. KPBS reporter Alison St John has more.

The U.S. soccer team played its second match of the World Cup against Slovenia on Friday.

I mean...seriously. So funny. This is, of course, Tim Pyles, local music guru and host of

Here's a highlight from the Watchmen panel at WonderCon. This past Saturday at WonderCon one of the most popular panels was for Watchmen . Director Zack…

Blue, Red or Purple?

Airs Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV

Documentary Turns the Camera on Famous Director

Chicago is one of four finalists vying to host the 2016 summer games. Organizers of Chicago's bid have spent more than a month traveling to neighborhoods to build support. It's an unusual — and risky — strategy.