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Nobel winners Olga Tokarczuk and Peter Handke bring us a reissue and a new book respectively this week. Also, a story from a fictional African country and a commentary on beauty.

A few moments of controversy have touched an otherwise sleepy, wide open race to be California’s next governor.

A university report found a sharp rise in first-year students lacking high school math proficiency. At UCSD, where more than half of undergraduate students are pursuing STEM degrees requiring math coursework, that's a problem.

Celebrate Comic-Con weekend with an exclusive in-store signing by San Diego’s own Robert Turner—renowned local artist and creator of bold, gritty, and unforgettable character portraits. On Sunday, July 27 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Robert will be at Bards & Cards for a very limited signing event featuring a brand-new, Comic-Con 2025 exclusive print—limited to just 25 hand-numbered copies. Each print features his signature moody linework and intense stylization, with the featured piece channeling the chaotic charm of Harley Quinn as only Robert can render her: raw, defiant, and dangerously cool—with a Bards & Cards bat front and center. Your $39.99+tax purchase includes: - 1 of 25 numbered limited-edition art prints - Optional hand-embellishment by the artist - Artist signature on your print - Optional photo with Robert Turner - You can also bring any Robert Turner prints you already own to get signed! Bards & Cards on Facebook / Instagram

A Florida-based company is charging military veterans as much as $20,000 for help with disability claims, even though the VA has said that may be illegal and the service should be free. But so far nobody's stopping the company and others like it.

After street closure permits were canceled last-minute, the North Park Book Fair is back. This Saturday, it returns in pop-up form — and the switch rallied one local business to step up.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Encore Monday, Oct. 6 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV. The evening includes performances and appearances by some of the country's most celebrated Hispanic artists and visionaries. This historic program, created by the White House to commemorate the establishment of Hispanic Heritage Month in America, is among the highest honors by Latinos for Latinos and supported by 40 national Hispanic-serving institutions.

Celebrate Bastille Day with a French twist at La Jolla’s monthly Art Walk! Enjoy free admission to MCASD (with pre-registration), live French-inspired music, art-infused fashion from Fashion Week San Diego designers, themed treats, and gallery exhibits throughout the Village. Admission is free — register in advance to enjoy early museum access at 3 p.m. Register here: https://forms.gle/gyjd5Qp9Rp94SAKM6 | More info at lajollabythesea.com La Jolla by the Sea on Facebook / Instagram

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Minnesota Public Radio listener Erin Rhode of Plymouth, Minnesota along with Weekend Edition Puzzle Master Will Shortz.

Canadians usually head south for the skiing, shopping and nightlife in American ski towns. But due to cross-border politics, tourism to the U.S. is down, and some resorts are worried.