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Turkish authorities blamed a Kurdish group active in Syria. Turkey views the group as the Syrian affiliate of the Kurdistan Workers Party, which it has been battling for decades.

Nakala Murry says she will continue to fight for justice for her son after a Mississippi grand jury decided against indicting the police sergeant who shot him during a domestic dispute.

Officials say they're amazed by the public's concern for the well-loved tree, after receiving thousands of tributes, suggestions and donations from people in the U.K. and overseas.

Global temperatures soared past previous records in 2023, according to new data from the European Union. Nations must slash fossil fuel emissions to avoid even higher temperatures, scientists warn.

The CWM Music on the Move series commences with the captivating tale of Ali Paris, an acclaimed and award-winning Palestinian musician renowned for his mastery of the qanun, an Arab zither, and his soulful vocal performances. At this event, Ali Paris takes us on a remarkable journey from his homeland to the US, where he sought out artistic and educational opportunities by attending the prestigious Berklee College of Music and furthering his musical career. The presentation includes a moving testimonial and a captivating musical live performance by Ali and his all-star ensemble. The event is hosted at the Mingei International Museum alongside the 25 Million Stitches exhibit highlighting the global refugee crisis through art. Ali’s musical journey shines a light on the hurdles he encountered as a young, gifted musician seeking musical opportunities outside of his homeland. While not himself a refugee, his story is one of perseverance and hope that resonates with many refugee and migrant stories. Ali Paris’s unwavering commitment to showcasing Arabic music in collaborations with international artists from diverse musical backgrounds and genres, such as Alicia Keys, Alejandro Sanz, and Bobby McFerrin, sends a powerful message of community, empowerment, and hope to those who have encountered similar struggles. For more information visit: mingei.org Stay Connected on Social Media Ali Paris: Instagram / Facebook Center for World Music: Instagram / Facebook Mingei International Museum: Instagram / Facebook 25 Million Stitches: Instagram / Facebook

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, July 6 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV. We go back to the days when San Diego was a center of the Space Race, and meet a man who was a big part of it all. We discover a little-known monument honoring the Pacific end of the Transcontinental Highway almost a century ago. Presidential visits to San Diego.

Harvard President Claudine Gay resigned Tuesday amid plagiarism allegations. Experts say improved technology could bring to light more alleged transgressions in past works by other academic leaders.

The Center is playing an integral part in the recovery of the endangered Mexican gray wolf.

Slap on your roller skates, pump up the glitter, and get hip to the muses in "Xanadu," the laugh-out-loud musical stage adaptation of the 1980 film, starring Olivia Newton John. This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitation’s others set for you, is the rare musical with a big heart, an even bigger funny bone, and a tongue stuck firmly in its cheek. “Probably the most fun you’ll have.” - The New Yorker Book by: Douglas Carter Beane Music and Lyrics by: Jeff Lynne & John Farrar Director: Jason Blitman Choreographer: Allison Bibicoff Music Director: Richard Dueñez Morrison Rating: PG-13 For more information visit: sdmt.org/shows/xanadu

Why does Iowa dominate the political conversation every four years around this time, and how do the caucuses even work? Let's explore why they matter in 2024.