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UNESCO World Heritage Sites are considered "outstanding works of human genius." There are now 25 in the U.S., including the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks, the Statue of Liberty and the Grand Canyon.

The Cuban jazz artist says she's never felt welcome in Latin pop. That is, until she came to Puerto Rico to record her new album, Alkemi, which expands her sound into R&B, bossa nova and neo-soul.

The internationally noted Australian Haydn Ensemble, one of Australia’s leading orchestras specializing in historically informed performances, will kick off its nine-city US Tour at the Prebys Concert Hall at UC San Diego (7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037), on Friday evening, Oct. 13, 2023, 7:30 p.m. From San Diego, the ensemble is going to appear on both the west and east coasts (October 12-21). The program explores the 18th century reflections on the times of day with the following program: J.C. Bach Symphony in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 6 Haydn Symphony No. 6 Le Matin Haydn Symphony No. 8 Le Soir Mozart Symphony No. 29, in A Major Called “a polished, style conscious ensemble” by the Gramophone, The Australian Haydn Ensemble burst onto the Australian music scene with unprecedented energy and passion since its formation in 2012. Under the direction of Artistic Director Skye McIntosh, the AHE brings together world-class musicians who excel in both modern and period instrument performance and are highly committed to both historical research and performance. The Australian Haydn Ensemble on Facebook / Instagram

Friends of Friendship Park have criticized the Biden administration's decision to build a new border wall at the binational park.

A leaked document offers a window into the motivations and concerns of party leaders as they seek to deepen ties with the U.S.

2023 marks Richard Marx’s thirty-sixth year as a recording artist, and his thirty-ninth as a professional songwriter. On September 30th, 2022 Marx released his unique and ambitious new album, simply and appropriately titled Songwriter. Richard Marx has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to No. 8 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The album spawned four Top 5 singles, including “Hold on to the Nights” and “Don’t Mean Nothing,” which earned him a Grammy® nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. His follow-up, 1989’s Repeat Offender, was even more successful, hitting No. 1 and going quadruple-platinum with two No. 1 singles, “Satisfied” and “Right Here Waiting.” He has since made history as the only male artist whose first seven singles reached the Top 5 on the Billboard charts. John Waite will be performing his catalogue of hits from his 40-year career as a solo artist and with The Babys and Bad English. Waite’s catalogue of hits features some of the most loved songs of the 80s and 90s – the #1 Worldwide hit "Missing You," The Babys' "Isn't It Time" and Bad English's "When I See You Smile" rank amongst some of his biggest international hits and are still heard on radio today. Others include "Tears," "Change" and "These Times Are Hard For Lovers." "Every Step Of The Way" and "If Anybody Had A Heart" appeared on the soundtrack to the 1986 Demi Moore film About Last Night. "Deal for Life," penned by Martin Page and Bernie Taupin, was featured in the Days Of Thunder soundtrack. *Please note: the San Diego Symphony Orchestra does not appear on this program.

Next Friday, December 9, an immersive touring exhibition called "BANKSYLAND," will come to San Diego! For 2 WEEKENDS only - Friday, December 9 — Sunday, December 11 & Friday, December 16 - Sunday, December 18 This exhibition is unauthorized by BANKSY What will be present: Signed and authenticated editions from BANKSY’s studio including "Love is in the Air", "Smiling Copper", "Happy Chopper" the iconic "Girl with Balloon", and others Original paintings and editions from BANKSY’s Dismaland, Gross Domestic Product and Walled Off Hotel exhibitions Salvaged street works on steel and concrete, including the iconic ‘Rat’ Graffitis Never before seen installations which document and examine the ephemeral nature of BANKSY’s lost and destroyed public works. The exhibit shows original studio works, salvaged street art pieces and never before seen installations. This exhibition will bring work from private collections to audiences in geographical locations who might not otherwise see Banksy’s work

Port and city officials broke ground Tuesday on the $19.7 million Sweetwater Park in Chula Vista.

After being hunted for decades, humpback whales returned to the Pacific Ocean in big numbers. Now, new technology is revealing that underwater heat waves are taking a toll on that recovery.

New York state Attorney General Letitia James said the food company is misleading the public about its efforts to cut its climate pollution.