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NPR's Michel Martin talks with former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker about NATO's response to the Russian drones shot down over Polish airspace.

The Finest team reflects on our season so far — the episodes that resonated most and what we're still thinking about months later. We also share our favorite things in San Diego right now, from soup dumplings to hidden trails. Plus, we call up one of our first guests to discuss a clip of our interview that went viral.

Public Comedy Service brings together military comedians for a night of laughs - and purpose. 100% of ticket sales will be donated to KPBS and the GI Film Festival, supporting public broadcasting and veteran storytelling. Comedy with a cause. July 31, 2025 from 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Features comedians: Thom Tran, James P Connolly, Geoff Grooms, Steve Mazan + and a surprise guest!

Abortion is supported by 3 out of 4 Mainers, but a popular network of clinics that provides it alongside primary care has been shut out of Medicaid by the Trump administration, which also targeted Planned Parenthood.

La abrupta decisión del gobierno del presidente Donald Trump de imponer una cuota de 100.000 dólares a las visas H-1B ha causado sorpresa y confusión entre empleadores, estudiantes y trabajadores en Estados Unidos y otras partes del mundo.

You're Invited! Bach to Rock Music School Opening in Carlsbad – Join the Celebration! Get ready to rock! Bach to Rock, America’s modern music school for students of all ages, is bringing the beat to Carlsbad, and you’re invited to our Grand Opening Celebration! Join us for a FREE open house on Saturday, November 15 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 1820 Marron Road, Suite 112, Carlsbad, CA 92008. • Jam-packed fun for the whole family! • Explore our state-of-the-art music studios • Try out instruments & jump into mini jam sessions • Enjoy live performances & meet our awesome instructors Come see why Bach to Rock is the ultimate place to learn, play, and perform! Whether your child is a budding rock star or just discovering their love for music, we make learning fun. No experience needed - just bring your love of music! Don’t miss out—come rock out with us! Visit: Grand Opening, 'Bach to Rock' Music School - Carlsbad Bach to Rock Carlsbad on Instagram and Facebook

As residents of the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil face bombardment by night, and wreckage by day, they share their anger at an American peace proposal that many say favors Russia above Ukraine

Guitarist Jimmy Patton and percussionist Enrique Platas have combined their talents to form this award-winning duo. Their music can be described as having an international flair as they incorporate flamenco, middle-eastern, salsa, calypso, Brazilian, and other rhythms into their compositions and arrangements. Jimmy and Enrique’s musical collaboration has created a unique, fiery world-music. Listeners will experience virtuosic guitar passages accompanied by exotic percussive rhythms, which together produce a sound that will grab your soul. Jimmy and Enrique on Instagram and Facebook

If you have kids in your life who are ready to broaden their book horizons we have recommendations for you! Here you'll find tried-and-true picture books, chapter books, and YA, all published in 2025.

A promising writer-turned-adjunct college professor grapples with the harsh reality of being undervalued and disposable in academia. As he confronts mounting disillusionment, he must chart a new path forward. A deeply personal meditation on purpose, identity, and resilience in a system that prizes flexibility over commitment. Please join us for special post-screening Q&As with local filmmaker Ron Najor after the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night screenings of "Adjunct." Showtimes: Thursday, July 17, 2025: 7 p.m. (post-screening filmmaker Q&A) Friday, July 18, 2025: 4 p.m. (post-screening filmmaker Q&A) Saturday, July 19, 2025: noon, 7 p.m. (post-screening filmmaker Q&A) Sunday, July 20, 2025: 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 21, 2025: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2025: 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, 2025: 7 p.m. ***** Ron Najor is a producer best known for the critically acclaimed feature "Short Term 12," which appeared on over 100 year-end top-ten lists and received the Golden Tomato Award from Rotten Tomatoes as the highest-rated limited-release film of 2013. Najor made his producing debut with the indie feature "I Am Not a Hipster," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and earned him a nomination for the Producers Award. He later directed and produced the short documentary "American Baghdad," which premiered at AFI Docs in 2016. Expanding into episodic storytelling, Najor co-wrote, directed, and produced the indie pilots "The Dream" and "Pretend Partners," which were official selections at SXSW in 2020 and 2021. "Pretend Partners" received a Special Jury Recognition for Best Duo at SXSW. Najor’s feature, "Adjunct," which he wrote, directed, and produced, premiered at the Austin Film Festival in 2024. Most recently, he produced the feature film "Lucky Lu," starring internationally acclaimed actor Chang Chen, which premiered at Directors' Fortnight at Cannes in 2025. Media Arts Center San Diego on Facebook / Instagram