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Comic-Con's panel discussion titled "Dr. Evil or Scientists as Villains in Pop Culture" on Sunday challenges myths about the "mad scientist" stereotype.

Curated by Jason Clay Lewis and Chuck Thomas Opening Reception: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 Exhibition Dates: Oct. 28, 2023 - Jan. 20, 2024 About the exhibition (from the gallery) Boundaries Edge is a conceptual exploration about pushing the limits of traditional landscape. A boundaries edge is the limit, the upper or external restriction or the end of the line. In today's rapidly evolving art world, a fascinating fusion of traditional methods have emerged. With this exhibition, we embark on a visual journey celebrating the intersection between art and form. By reducing subject matter to its essentials, the artist in the exhibition elicit a wide range of responses to what is landscape. One of the fascinating things about landscape is its openness to interpretation. Rather than dictating a single narrative, landscape allows the viewer to engage in a personal dialogue with the work, projecting their feeling and experiences onto the canvas. Expressing emotion through landscape serves as a visual language to convey thought beyond words. Through the interplay of color, texture and shape, each artists conveys a range of emotions, from joy and serenity to chaos and introspection. The expressive power of landscape lies in its ability to evoke visceral responses in tune with the viewer's own emotional awareness. Landscape has an inarguable appeal that transcends the boundaries of traditional representation. It's capability to provoke feelings, spark imagination, and foster particular interpretation allows us to embrace the beauty, complexity, and transformative power. Related links: Techne Art Center website | Instagram

Join us Sunday, October 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone (6845 University Ave. 92115) as it undergoes a spine-tingling transformation into a Halloween wonderland! Summon your fellow mummies, and gather the whole family for an unforgettable Halloween experience! Don't dare to miss the hair-raising thrills we have in store for your family including magical trick-or-treating, enchanted costume parades, thrilling dance parties, a haunted zipline, eerie inflatables, chilling Halloween crafts and more! Sign up for FREE tickets and prepare for a hauntingly good time! 🕷️ The Salvation Army Kroc Center on Facebook / Instagram

Spotty internet and cell services, blackouts and the destruction of infrastructure in Gaza during Israel's war with Hamas have hampered aid and medical services and keeping in touch with loved ones.

German vocalist Ljiljana Winkler makes her west coast debut at the NWEAMO Festival 2024, set to take place on January 25, 26, and 27, offering an eclectic mix of musical performances, musical theater, and community engagement. Joining NWEAMO will be NYC-based Composers Concordance. This year’s festival promises an immersive experience, blending genres and cultures. Day 1: Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 Event: Ljiljana Winkler Interprets Songs of Joseph Martin Waters Venue: Episcopal Cathedral 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 Time: 7 p.m. Ljiljana Winkler Bio Based in Augsberg, Germany, active internationally, and known for passionate delivery and dazzling technique, vocalist and band leader Ljiljana Winkler performs songs by Joseph Martin Waters, accompanied by the Swarmius ensemble. The repertoire bridges pop, classical, jazz, and rock, featuring arching melodies and lush harmonies. The ensemble includes flutes, saxophones, cello, piano, drums, and electric bass – a unique blend of a classical orchestra and a rock band. Performers: Ljiljana Winkler – soprano; Alina Steele & David Ramirez – flutes; Todd Rewoldt & Brian Levy – saxophones; Isadora Flores & Peter Ko – cello; Sergio Bocanegra – synthesizer; Karen Follingstad – piano; Andrew Michel – bass; David Sullivan – Drums; Backing vocal ensemble: Miguel Zazueta (conductor), Karen Garcia, Cerah Rodriguez, Philip Gomez, Israel Rodriguez. Admission: A $20 suggested donation at all events. Ljiljana Winkler on Facebook / Instagram

An Asian American waiter named Willis gets embroiled in a mystery after witnessing a crime in Charles Yu's National Book Award-winning novel. Jimmy O. Yang stars in the new Hulu adaptation.

Ukraine's bookstores have expanded despite the war, fueled by interest in works by Ukrainian writers, some who have been killed by Russian forces. But a Russian missile struck a top printing plant.

The Chinese Exclusion Act was the first significant crackdown on immigration in American history. We explore the factors that led to the Act and examine what happened to the economy after it passed.

Tesla shareholders voted to restore Musk's record pay package that was thrown out by a Delaware judge earlier this year. A separate vote approved moving the company’s legal home to Texas.

Weekend Edition host Ayesha Rascoe spent the day with Puzzlemaster Will Shortz to talk all things puzzle, table tennis, and a new chapter of his life.