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During Tuesday's State of the Union speech, President Joe Biden announced a new "test to treat" plan for COVID-19 using Pfizer antiviral pills. KPBS speaks with a local expert about what you need to know about it. Meanwhile, a new report from the United Nations’ panel on climate change lays out a grim picture of the future. Plus, we go behind the scenes of La Jolla playhouse’s new musical that takes inspiration from competitive Bhangra, a dance style that mixes Indian and Western influences.

Vince Petronzio is the chief financial officer and associate general manager for business and financial affairs at KPBS. He has been with the organization since 2010 and oversees the business administration, financial management, and membership and underwriting fundraising for the FM and TV station’s multimillion dollar budget. In that capacity, he also works closely with the senior management team at San Diego State University and its related Research Foundation.

Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan overcame the strongest opposition he's faced in years. The win cements his power and signifies the endurance of his one-man executive rule.

Alternative rock band The Lemonheads will perform live at House of Blues on Thursday, December 1 at 8 p.m. The Lemonheads: Facebook Twitter

Singer-songwriter, bass player, record producer and DJ, Blu DeTiger will perform live at The Observatory on Monday, November 21 at 7 p.m. Dj Blu DeTiger: Facebook Twitter Instagram

Australian pub rock and punk rock band Amyl and the Sniffers will perform live at The Observatory on Sunday, October 9 at 7 p.m. Amyl and the Sniffers: Facebook Twitter Instagram

New England punks Four Year Strong are coming to San Diego for their brand new "Enemy of the World" Tour! See them live at House of Blues on Friday, October 21 at 5:30 p.m. joined by special guests Knuckle Puck, Microwave and Youth Fountain. Four Year Strong: Facebook Twitter Instagram

Ukrainians in San Diego watched with the rest of the nation as President Joe Biden delivered a rousing State of the Union addressing the Russian invasion. Next, we dig in to the new “test to treat” plan for COVID-19, using Pfizer antiviral pills and the new National COVID-19 Preparedness plan with Dr. Eric Topol. Later, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors passed an initiative Tuesday to provide doulas, or birth attendants, to Black moms-to-be and other women of color. And, California could become the first state in the country to expand health coverage to all low-income immigrants in the state. Then, for the first time in 27 years, Major League Baseball is canceling games due to a labor dispute. Finally, the San Diego Music Awards recently released its list of nominees for this year. And topping that list with a record five nominations including song of the year is San Diego Jazz soloist Rebecca Jade. We hear about her musical influences.

The announcement is the latest development in what has been a years-long issue in California: insurance companies dropping homeowners because of the growing risk of wildfires.

If you like Pink Floyd then don’t miss Shine On Floyd on September 2 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. You will be treated to a complete Pink Floyd experience with a laser light show, video wall, backup singers, and fantastic Pink Floyd music played and sung note-for-note. Shine On Floyd plays all the great Pink Floyd classic songs including the full album "The Dark Side of the Moon" along with songs from "Animals", "Wish You Were Here", "The Wall", "Momentary Lapse of Reason" and more. WHEN | Friday, September 2, 2022 TIME | 7 p.m. VENUE | Poway Center for the Performing Arts ADMISSION | Tickets are $30.00 General Admission and $35.00 for VIP. Tickets can be purchased here! Shine On Floyd is one of the best Pink Floyd tribute bands in the country and they put on a show you don’t want to miss. Shine On Floyd: Facebook Instagram