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Debt ceiling dramas have been going on a long time. The first one happened exactly 70 years ago. President Eisenhower asked Congress for an extra $15 billion and the Senate said, "No dice."

An Australian federal court judge ruled that newspaper articles published in 2018 were substantially true about a number of war crimes committed by Ben Roberts-Smith in Afghanistan.

In the midst of a turkey shortage, the health conscious and forward-thinking culinary pros at Urban Plates have secured turkeys to provide guests with prepared Thanksgiving meals this year. Guests are encouraged to start placing meal orders now while supplies last. There are two options available: Heat-at-Home or Ready-to-Eat. The Thanksgiving Turkey Family Feast is the premiere heat-at-home option for families and serves 6-9 people starting at $169.95. This family feast includes antibiotic and hormone-free herb-roasted cage-free turkey breast, mushroom stuffing, gravy, cranberry relish, artisan bread, and the choice of two sides. Sides include a wide range of gluten free, dairy free, vegan, and/or vegetarian options. The meal will come fully prepared with heating instructions. The turkey family feast must be pre-ordered by November 20 and picked up November 22-23. The Ready-to-Eat option is available in a single serving plate ($23.95) or a family meal that serves 4 ($99.95). Single serving plates include Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast, Stuffing, Gravy, Cranberry relish, Rustic Bread, and the choice of one side. The family meal includes Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast, Stuffing, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Cranberry Relish, and Rustic Bread. These meals are available for pick-up November 22-24. In addition to savory meals, guests may order sweet treats. Available options include a seasonal Apple Pie or year-round favorites such as the famous Mango Tart, Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake, Flourless Chocolate Cake, and Hummingbird Cake, all ranging from $23.95 - $59. Place your order with Urban Plates now to wow guests with a quality meal and be among one of the lucky ones to snag a turkey before they’re sold out!

The Californian is a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and the Official Tall Ship of the State of California. Join the crew in sailing a traditionally rigged tall ship. Passengers will be invited to haul a line, man the helm and watch the crew as they scamper up and down the rigging to set and furl the sails. Listen as the Californian’s crew relates the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of ship’s gunnery, life at sea and more. Date | Every other Sunday starting on February 27 through May 29. Boarding begins at 11:30 a.m. and sail adventure ends at 4 p.m. Location | Maritime Museum of San Diego Get tickets here! Adult admission: $99 Senior (62+), military and student (13-17) admission: $94 Child (3-12) admission: $59 Young child (2 and under): $25 Member adult admission: $89 Member children admission: $49 For more information, please visit sdmaritime.org/visit/on-the-water-adventures/tall-ship-adventure-aboard-californian or call the Museum at (619) 234-9153.

A surprising climate deal was announced last week in the Senate and Congressman Scott Peters talks about why the passage of the climate and economic bill is important for San Diego. Then, KPBS environment reporter Erik Anderson on what local climate activists are saying about the bill. Next, a new Voice of San Diego report finds women in the military are more than twice as likely to take their own lives as civilians. Then, the Space Force is abandoning traditional physical fitness assessments and instead outfitting troops with fitness trackers. Next, a plea in a federal case involving a pornagraphic sex trafficking ring. Finally, an excerpt of the latest episode of KPBS's "Port of Entry" podcast explores how a company of Mexican and U.S. artists use theater, music, movement and play to actively engage their audiences in conversations about life along the border.

Much of San Diego experienced hours of thunder, lightning and pouring rain, less than 24 hours after a mild Santa Ana. Another rainstorm may be on its way at the end of the week. Plus, the oil spill in Orange County could have an environmental impact for years. Also, San Diego Nobel Prize-winner Ardem Patapoutian talks about the journey that brought him to the U.S. and a career in science. In addition, how will the new sweeping laws on policing affect law enforcement and the people they serve? Meanwhile, as parts of the United States, such as Texas, are restricting access to abortion, in Mexico, things seem to be headed in the other direction. And, while the military has become more racially diverse, a recent survey found Black, Latino, and Asian service members don’t always feel welcome off-base. Finally, the Haunted Hotel reopens to scare people in person after being closed last year because of the pandemic. Owner Greg DeFatta speaks to KPBS Arts Reporter Beth Accomando about what to expect.

From Australia to Canada, Big Tech has resisted lawmakers' efforts to force them to pay news publishers for carrying their articles. Now, that battle is playing out in California.

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From the museum: Workshop sign-up will begin the day of the event at 10 a.m. by our Education Center. Workshop times: 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. Space is limited Mingei is thrilled to continue to offer this free, onsite event for all ages. Each month the Museum will partner with local artists and organizations throughout San Diego to provide interactive activities including hands-on art making, musical performances, storytelling prizes and more! This October, honor Day of the Dead and create your own sugar skull piñata with piñata artist Diana Benavidez. You will experiment with cardboard, crepe streamers, tissue and construction paper to craft and decorate your whimsical creation. Alongside the history and folklore of piñatas, Diana will share her own hybrid methods of using this craft for expression and storytelling. Diana Benavidez is a Binational artist from the San Diego/Tijuana border region. Her art practice explores piñata-making as a method of expression and storytelling. Diana builds piñatas that reflect upon her experiences growing up as a woman in a border town. Her work is characterized as introducing materials not commonly found in traditional piñatas such as media, gadgets, and technology. Diana received a BA in Visual Arts from UC San Diego and her art has been exhibited in Mexico, Canada, and the US. Currently, three of Benavidez's piñatas are on display at PIÑATAS: THE HIGH ART OF CELEBRATION group exhibition at Craft in America Center in Los Angeles. Family Sunday is made possible through a generous grant from the ResMed Foundation and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

In recent years, the demands on the NEDA helpline, and the humans who ran it, escalated. The organization says it was unsustainable. But some have worries about new plans for an online chatbot.