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NPR's Michel Martin asks three academics from Commonwealth countries to reflect on the British Empire's complicated legacy on race.

NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with Barcelona-based journalist Alan Ruiz Terol about the return of the former king of Spain to his homeland after almost two years in exile.

Aretha Franklin is recognized as the most successful female recording artist in history, with 112 charted singles on Billboard, 18 Grammy Awards, and over 75 million records sold. Her legendary career rightfully earned her the title, “The Queen of Soul.” Through a Tribute to Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul, Damien Sneed, Franklin’s personally mentored musician, vocalist and composer, pays homage to the monarch herself. Among the show’s cherished hits are “Respect,” “Knew You Were Waiting,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Daydreaming,” “Freeway,” “Natural Woman,” and others. Joining the tour is four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner and multiple Stellar and GMA Dove Award winner Karen Clark Sheard. A gospel music legend and part of a musical dynasty, Clark Sheard is renowned throughout the music industry for her one-of-a-kind multi-octave vocal range and ability. Backed by an accomplished cast of jazz, gospel, and soul musicians and vocalists, Damien Sneed’s multi-media tribute to Aretha Franklin is a tender and spiritual reflection upon the life of an iconic industry titan. The Tribute to Aretha Franklin will take place on Friday, March 4 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. Get tickets here! Adults: $45-$70 Seniors (65+), Active Military, Students (age 13-21): $38-$60 Half Price Youth Tickets (12 and under): $23-$35 For more information, please visit powayonstage.org/event/the-queen-of-soul/.

VAMP is So Say We All’s monthly curated storytelling showcase, featuring remarkable nonfiction stories on a theme. On a TUESDAY this month! Do you ever feel like you're watched too closely? Why don't some people trust science? Have you SEEN what a butterfly's face looks like close-up?? Join us in storytellers' exploration of this month's theme, "Under the Microscope." Date: Tuesday Nov. 23, 2021 8pm-10:30pm Location: Whistle Bar Cost: Free Admission, donations are encouraged ! For more information on this event please visit HERE!

Swim Camp San Diego February 18th-21st, 2022; swimmers will focus on all strokes, starts, and turns while improving freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly technique. Learn four different types of dryland training, the science of swimming and the five disciplines of fast swimming. Develop seasonal planning, mental training, and race strategy techniques that are sure to give you an edge over your competition. At The Race Club, we recommend that all campers attend every camp session whether you are a beginner, master, or a competitive swimmer to improve your swimming technique. Camp Schedule: Friday, February 18th 8:00am – 11:00am Friday, February 18th 2:00pm – 4:00pm Saturday, February 19th 8:00am – 11:00am Saturday, February 19th 11:00am – 12:00pm (Video Analysis & College Placement Option) Saturday, February 19th 2:00pm – 4:00pm Sunday, February 20th 8:00am – 11:00am Sunday, February 20th 11:00am – 12:00pm (Velocity Meter/Pressure Meter Option) Sunday, February 20th 2:00pm – 4:00pm Monday, February 21st 8:00am – 11:00am Monday, February 21st 1:00pm – 3:00pm For more information on this event and ticket purchases please visit HERE!

Families can take a spin on Balboa Park's historic and recently restored 1910 Carousel, featuring a colorful menagerie of hand-painted animals, an original military band organ, and brass ring game. The adjacent Butterfly Ride is perfect for younger children. Enjoy San Diego's favorite carousel this holiday season on a special schedule: • Thanksgiving Week | Open Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Thanksgiving Day | Closed Admission $3 per ride, $10 for 4 rides. For special large group rates, call (619) 232-2282. For more information, please visit friendsofbalboapark.org/balboa-park-carousel or call the number listed above.

Luna Guzmán has risked everything to seek asylum in the U.S. A transgender woman, she left her native Guatemala behind to try to find a life in California.

Under a government agreement, King Charles III won't have to pay the U.K.'s standard 40% inheritance tax on the massive wealth he inherits from his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

"We're going to miss that continuity and the confidence, that knowing the queen was there."

The Crown shifts seamlessly from highly accurate depictions to invented moments. In its sixth season, deeply personal scenes once again may make viewers wonder if what they're seeing really happened.