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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Beijing early Sunday on a high-stakes diplomatic mission to try to cool exploding U.S.-China tensions that have set many around the world on edge.

In late 2019, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a new program to dramatically speed up the state’s wildfire prevention work. But an investigation from CapRadio and The California Newsroom found the program hasn’t resulted in a single completed project.

Nominated for an Oscar and debuting on HBO this week, All That Breathes explores the mission of two Muslim brothers: saving raptors cut down by smog and deadly kite strings.

“It’s the holidays. Keep murder in the family,” suggests "The Dangerous Christmas," the newest comedy-thriller from master storyteller and nationally published playwright, Charles Carr. Inspired by actual events, a mysterious antique and the man determined to possess it by any means pull a group of friends into a decades-old intrigue that turns their world upside down and threatens their very lives. "The Dangerous Christmas" deftly blends a challenging mystery that will keep you guessing with wry humor and a heartfelt message about the meaning of the season. The accomplished cast is complemented with colorful sets and a full musical score and sound effects. We think "The Dangerous Christmas" just might become one of your holiday favorites! Shows run: Thursday, Dec. 15 (7-9 p.m.) Friday, Dec. 16 (7-9 p.m.) Saturday, Dec. 17 (7-9 p.m.) Sunday, Dec. 18 (2-4 p.m.) Thursday, Dec. 22 (7-9 p.m.) Friday, Dec. 23 (7-9 p.m.) California Center for the Arts Escondido Studio 1 Theatre. Tickets are priced $14 (seniors, military, student) and $18 (general). California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook

San Diego State University offers an elective class inspired by the late Tejano singer, Selena, 27 years after her death.

RIVERDANCE as you've never seen it before! A powerful and stirring reinvention of this beloved favourite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy award-winning score and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Twenty-five years on, composer Bill Whelan has rerecorded his mesmerising soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary power and grace of its music and dance – beloved by fans of all ages. Fall in love with the magic of RIVERDANCE all over again. See Riverdance perform from Tuesday, April 11, 2023 to Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Center. Click here to purchase tickets!

A growing number of high-profile novels are coming out of the Caribbean and the Caribbean diaspora. And the region has long been punching above its weight on the international literary scene.

Guitar World-dubbed “blues guitar ace” Joanne Shaw Taylor announces her 2023 U.S. Spring Tour, boasting 20 dates across the country. Taylor will launch the tour on March 19 at Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, Florida, making her way throughout the southeast, Texas, California, the Pacific Northwest, Idaho and Colorado before wrapping in Missouri. Watch her perform at Balboa Theatre on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Joanne Shaw Taylor on Instagram + Facebook

For the 8th consecutive year, Murray & Peter present, “A Drag Queen Christmas,” Get ready for your favorite queens performing live on stage. We’ve got Winners, Fan Favorites and Miss Congeniality. VIP Meet & Greet tickets are also available. The M&G starts at 6 p.m. All ages welcome. The show starts at 8 p.m. There will be a 20-minute intermission. Check DragFans.com for the cast performing in your city. Hosted by Nina West & Trinity Taylor.

NPR's Don Gonyea says looking through his old baseball scorecards stirs up sweet memories from summers long past.