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Stream now with the PBS app / Watch Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Skyscraper-studded Frankfurt - with so much commerce it's nicknamed "Bankfurt" - has a delightful-to-explore old center. Rick also visits Nürnberg, a capital for both the First Reich (the Holy Roman Empire) and the Third.

Padres FanFest, presented by SeatGeek, returns Saturday, Feb. 1 to Petco Park from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Padres Season Ticket Members will enjoy early entry beginning at 9 a.m. Admission to Padres FanFest is free and you must claim a ticket in-advance. Please use the corresponding buttons below to claim up to four (4) tickets. Members, Partners, and Waitlist Members should use their unique code sent via email and the public should please use code Padres25. There will be two different tickets with unique entry times – either 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Tickets are SOLD OUT to the 10 a.m. entry; admission will only be permitted beginning with the time listed on the ticket. The deadline to claim tickets to FanFest is Friday, Jan. 31 at 11:59 PM PT.

Stream now with KPBS+. No other wild dog can endure the challenges of the Sahara Desert like the world's smallest canid, the fennec fox. The fennec fox is not only built for the harsh desert but has learned to thrive in it.

Kick off the summer and Discover Ocean Beach! Join tens of thousands of visitors for 2 stages of live music, community mural projects, Artists’ Alley featuring handmade items from local artisans, food and merchandise vendors, a Seaside Family Fun Zone, the famous Chili Cook-Off, and more! The Ocean Beergarden will be rockin' all day for guests 21+ looking to enjoy an ice-cold brew or cocktail with an ocean view. It will be near the main stage with live music for guests of all ages. The OB Dirty Birds Wing Eating Contest and Hodad's Burger Eating Contest in the afternoon on the main stage. The Chili Cook-Off features awards for the titles of Hottest Chili, Judges’ Award, and the Grand Prize: People’s Choice Award. Featuring amateur and restaurant divisions, chili entries can be tasted for $2, or attendees can purchase a Master Ticket for $25 and sample every recipe to vote for their favorite. The OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off presented by Buzz Cannabis is Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the 4800-5000 blocks of Newport Avenue and along the waterfront. Free parking is available at the Sun Runner parking lot on Sea World Drive on Pacific Coast Highway. Trolley services will run from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. There is also a free bike valet at the intersection of Bacon Street and Newport Avenue. Ocean Beach MainStreet Association on Facebook / Instagram / X

Join us for an enlightening evening during International Dark Sky Week as we explore the often-overlooked impacts of noise and light pollution on both people and wildlife. In partnership with Dark Sky Network San Diego Chapter and the Fleet Science Center, this event will highlight the urgent need for light justice—ensuring that everyone, especially marginalized communities, has access to dark skies and a healthier environment. Event Highlights – Understanding Light Pollution & Bird Migration – A presentation by Cathy Handzel (Dark Sky Network) on how artificial light disrupts migratory birds and ecosystems. – Environmental Equity & Light Justice – A discussion with Mwenda KudumuBiggs on the social and environmental impact of excessive artificial lighting. – Mindful Birding Sessions – Learn how birdwatching fosters mindfulness and a deeper connection with nature. – Native Planting Workshop – Discover how native plants create bird-friendly habitats and help restore biodiversity. – Night Sky Star Party – Enjoy a stargazing experience and connect with the beauty of the universe. At WorldBeat Cultural Center, we believe in holistic solutions to environmental challenges. Our Healing Peace Garden serves as a model for transforming noisy urban spaces into places of peace, while this event will inspire action against light pollution and promote greater awareness of its effects. RSVP now and join us in creating a brighter future by keeping our skies dark. WorldBeat Cultural Center on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, May 25, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore at 11 p.m. on KPBS 2. KPBS presents a special featuring the people in San Diego's Vietnamese community who are remembering their past and finding a path forward on the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WAMC listener Maureen Perrotte of Ravena, New York and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

We're bringing back our listener poll to help stick a fork in 2025 and make sense of all the amazing music that came out. So... tell us your top five albums (or EPs) this year.

The decision sparked angry protests from bullfighting supporters and matadors, some of whom tried to breach a police barricade at the local Congress.

"It will test every single shred of creativity we have to continue to try to serve our mission," says one public media executive, as Congress ends federal funding for public broadcasting.