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The KPBS Summer Music Series continues with DJ Artistic, considered an architect of local hip-hop scene who curates and produces events, makes space for emerging artists and is a four-time SDMA winner

Former eBay Inc. executives were sentenced Thursday to prison for a scheme to terrorize the creators of an online newsletter that included sending live spiders, cockroaches, a funeral wreath.

From the organizers: This program celebrates San Diego Ballet's resident composers Gilbert Castellanos and Charles McPherson. Get swept away as Southern California’s hottest Jazz musicians accompany San Diego’s most acclaimed dance company live in this unique venue. This year’s offering will feature the world premieres of new works by both composers. Castellanos’ “Mi Tierra” (My Land) is a deeply personal rumination on the artists and places that formed him as a musician, while McPherson’s ebullient “Bird” pays tribute to arguably the most influential jazz innovator of our time, alto saxophonist Charlie “Yardbird” Parker. Tickets: Show + Dessert and Coffee Reception with Dancers and Musicians: $60 Show Only: $40 NOTE: Vaccination or Negative Covid Test Required. Negative PCR test within 72 before the event or Negative Rapid Test within 24 hours of the event. Masks required while indoors. Related links: San Diego Ballet on Instagram San Diego Ballet on Facebook Related stories: Influential: Charles McPherson's Playlist (KPBS music feature) Influential: Gilbert Castellanos' Playlist (KPBS music feature)

“Catch Me If You Can” Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022 at 8 p.m. Cinema Under The Stars 4040 Goldfinch Street San Diego, CA 92103 Phone: (619) 295-4221 www.topspresents.com Cost: $17 - $20 Ages : 18+ “Catch Me If You Can” (2002. 140 min. PG-13) - 20th Anniversary Steven Spielberg takes us on a whirlwind ride in his jaunty, sexy con caper. The jet-set era is the backdrop for this cheeky cat-and-mouse game between a teenage con artist (Leonardo DiCaprio) and a FBI agent (Tom Hanks) bent on his capture. Based on a true story. Co-stars Christopher Walken and Nathalie Baye. Note: Cancellations must be made before 6 p.m. on movie night, or your card will be charged. More information about Cinema Under the Stars: • Admission: Members - $17; Non-members - $18; Online reservations - $20. • A unique and intimate outdoor movie theater in Mission Hills, with heaters and blankets provided. • A waterproof canopy has been installed to keep you warm and dry during the Winter months. • Reservations for members begin 9.a.m. on Monday. • Reservations for non-members begin 9 a.m. on Tuesday. * Cancellations must be made before 6 p.m. on movie night, or your card will be charged. • Box Office opens 6 p.m. on movie nights. • Films start at 8 p.m. • Concessions are $3 each (popcorn, candy, drinks). • Guests must follow health guidelines for COVID-19. • Now at 100% capacity and using all seats. Visit https://www.www.topspresents.com.com/ or call (619) 295-4221 for more information.

NPR's Juana Summers talks with Cameron Lew of the band Ginger Root about his new EP Nisemono and the vintage Japanese pop that inspires his sound.

The messaging and social media app Telegram has a major doxing problem. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with writer Peter Guest, who reported on the global issue in Wired.

As the economy unravels, "everyone is getting a bike," says one young resident. It's the cheapest way to get around. But the Taliban's conservative culture means women cyclists are not welcome.

The Netflix adaptation reimagines the inner life of one of Hollywood's most enduring icons.

While Ukraine's counteroffensive this month was hailed as stunning by military observers, Ukrainian troops tell NPR that Russian forces put up stiff resistance in parts of the Kharkiv region.

The artist, one of hip-hop's biggest names of the 1990s with hits including "Gangsta's Paradise" and "Fantastic Voyage," died Wednesday at age 59, his manager said.