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People calling for the repatriation of the ancient tablet and other items say the continued display of the objects in European institutions ignores a history of colonialist looting and exploitation.

While attention at the World Cup has mostly been on stars like Argentina's Messi, Brazil's Neymar, and Portugal's Ronaldo, goalkeepers have also shined — especially for the final four teams.

John Vercher trained in mixed martial arts as a young man. His novel, After the Lights Go Out, centers on a veteran MMA fighter who struggles to remember everyday things.

Christopher Campbell is one of at least nine Americans known to have died fighting for Ukraine since Russia's invasion began in February 2022.

Mitch McConnell may well wish to wash his hands of this year's blood-letting over the debt limit and all it entails. But he knows it will not be that easy. He may know that better than anyone.

Jane Monheit is one of the finest vocalists working today. Blessed with “a voice of phenomenal beauty” (Stephen Holden, New York Times), Monheit has had plenty of milestone moments in establishing herself as one of today’s best and most important vocalist-musicians. Monheit’s mellifluous voice has been compared to Ella Fitzgerald’s incandescent instrument, both possessed of an effortless melodicism, expert timing, and a gift for flawless diction. Come What May, her first album in five years, features a mix of upbeat standards, fresh takes on well-loved ballads, and lesser-known tunes. The album is a catharsis in light of the pandemic, and as the title and song selection suggest, is a statement of resiliency and hope. She'll be performing live at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Friday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. Get tickets here! Ticket prices ranging from $25 to $55. For more information, please visit artcenter.org/event/jane-monheit-2 or call (760) 839-4138.

Ellen Ochoa graduated from SDSU in 1980 and flew four NASA space missions.

From '5 works of art to see in San Diego in November' (KPBS feature) "Mình Sẽ Đi Về," is a forthcoming solo exhibition from San Diego artist Ellis Duc Luu, featuring new ink drawings based on the stories and events of Vietnam War refugees — plus the works serve as a letter of sorts from Luu to his family. The pieces are complicated, in process and aesthetics as well as in meaning. Luu is trying to encapsulate the grief and disruption caused by the Vietnam war into these works, as well as draw on what Luu believes are his own failures, in the French creative tradition of "le mal de vivre," or "the pain of living," which is an introspective exploration of self, flaws and purpose. Intricate details are layered within other intricate details, and white space is nearly nonexistent in Luu's work. Every corner of each 22 x 30" work is chock-full of lines, shapes, figures or swirls of ocean and storm. Read more here. —Julia Dixon Evans, KPBS From the gallery and artist: "Mình Sẽ Đi Về" is Ellis Duc Luu’s second solo art exhibition. A series of ink drawings that depict the events of the Vietnam war and the refugees that were produced from the outcome. The artwork functions as both a narrative and a letter. One to provide a story of the conflict from an uncommon source. The other, is an intimate letter from the artist to his family. The series tries to weave complex themes of anti-war, grief, satire, and diaspora into a comprehensive vision. What separates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom? It is the ability to tell stories, and how humanity can bring such power to these tales that it can warp the fabric of reality. "Mình Sẽ Đi Về" is a fairy tale about the many Vietnamese and southeast Asians who transformed into refugees due to imperialist involvement. On their backs, they carried strife and tribulations to survive in new lands with unknown tastes and scents. This story is to bring some equilibrium to the unbalanced narrative of many who lost their memories and homes. A piece to the ever growing chronicles of refugees around the world, past, present, and future. Location: Thumbprint Gallery Hours: Saturday noon to 4 p.m. and by appointment p: +1-858-354-6294 info(at)thumbprintgallery.com Related links: Thumbprint Gallery's website Thumbprint Gallery on Facebook Thumbprint Gallery on Instagram

Lead vocalists have gotten quieter over the decades, compared with the rest of the band, according to a new study. Beck says it's part of the "volume wars."

On view Nov. 13 – Feb. 5, 2022 Opening Reception: Saturday, Nov. 13 from 5 - 7 p.m. The Cannon Art Gallery’s ninth Invitational exhibition features the work of five San Diego County artists; Samantha Barrymore (Carlsbad), Brad Maxey (San Diego), Griselda Rosas (Chula Vista), Jiela Rufeh (Encinitas), and Melissa Walter (La Mesa), selected by gallery curator Karen McGuire from the 2021 Juried Biennial exhibition. Pictured: Detail of Melissa Walter's "Gravitational Lensing" work, photographed by Michael Andrew. Gallery hours: Tuesday through Thursday: Noon - 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday: Noon - 5 p.m. Admission is free. Masks are required.