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For NPR's Word of the Week, we're getting hot: During the Ottoman Empire, people used devices called "zarfs" to hold their coffee cups. Here's what to know about this word's history.

Namus Classics Presents "Radiance" with Classical Pianist Jeeyoon Kim Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3 p.m. The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center (Baker-Baum Concert Hall) 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037 PRICE: $49-$82 TICKET LINK: https://transaction.theconrad.org/2644/2646 San Diego Classical Pianist Jeeyoon Kim is delighted to perform and celebrate her newest project and world premiere of "Radiance" on Sunday, September 21 at 3 p.m. at the beautiful venue, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center in La Jolla (Baker-Baum Hall). Join Jeeyoon for a captivating afternoon celebrating the release of her newest album, "Radiance," and her book, "Beyond the Keys." This unique concert experience brings Mussorgsky’s "Pictures at an Exhibition" to life, with each movement enhanced by stunning artwork from contemporary artists. Prepare for an engaging and innovative performance where music, art, and storytelling intertwine, creating an unforgettable celebration of beauty and enriching the concert with a visual storytelling experience. There will be a meet and greet with the artist immediately following the concert in the courtyard. “A unique experience of shared feeling…In that sharing we find ourselves…” -Carnegie Hall debut review Jeeyoon Kim on Facebook / Instagram

Vulnicura VR Remastered revisits a project the Icelandic pop artist debuted a decade ago, now reimagined with advanced technology.

A Cornell University researcher has been developing an artificial heart for children for more than 20 years. Now, his research is on hold and his lab is shut down.

No one knows exactly when Gramma was born. But if the estimated birth year of 1884 is accurate, Chester Arthur occupied the Oval Office and there were only 39 states at the time.

California utilities regulators are bringing down “return on equity” payments to power company shareholders. It’s the lowest profit margin in 20 years for PG&E and Southern California Edison, but will be hard to notice in your payments.

A San Diego theater company is reimagining a classic fairy tale with "Gretel: The Musical," giving the Brothers Grimm story new life as a femme-centric musical.

Chef Roy Choi, known for his Korean-Mexican fusion food trucks, focuses on veggie-forward dishes in a new cookbook. He shares techniques to get you excited about your greens, plus 3 flavorful sauces.

We’re back. Nosurf Fest returns for another chaotic day of sound, sweat, and semi-functional behavior. This year’s featured acts include: NoSurf Lot - Indie stage - the red pears - krooked kings - mexican slum rats - spaceface - death valley girls - where’s west? Hotbed House - Electronic Stage - loods - shaking b2b clearcast - yoon - booty dew - funk around - hotbed What to expect: - 2 stages (indie + house/techno) - 12+ artists - Curated food, drinks, and visual art - Warehouse euphoria + open-air indie - Zero bad vibes We’re turning the soap factory into a full-body fever dream. Drink something cold. stand next to someone you love. let the lineup do what it does best. As the sun sets, the chords rise. and if you’re lucky, you might too. :) Support the ocean while you mosh A portion of every ticket goes to our conservation partner, sustainabeat, who help divert harmful plastic waste from landfills and protect our coastlines. NoSurf Fest on Facebook / Instagram

Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. The "All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop" full-length performances include: Johnny Maestro, The Duprees, Jay Back, Little Anthony and The Imperials, Ronnie Spector, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler and many more artists from the '50s and '60s.