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NPR travelled towards the "temporarily occupied territories" on the Ukraine-Russia border, where the people who live there are in limbo – cut off from both Ukraine and Russia, cut off from the world.

Last month, a viral Twitter thread sparked fear and debate about the ways consumer data was being stored and sold by big-box stores, and how this could take on a new dimension in a post-Roe world.

Executive producer, writer and director John Ridley says he tried to take an unbiased view of this new Apple+ drama based on what actually happened.

Award-winning classical pianist Jeeyoon Kim will discuss her new book, "Whenever You're Ready: How to Compose the Life of Your Dreams," and perform a few musical pieces on Thursday, December 2 at 11 a.m. at the Coronado Library. Kim is renowned for delighting audiences with her combination of sensitive artistry, broad emotional range, professional technique, and innovative concert experiences. A native of South Korea, Kim has inspired a passionate fan base from around the world at venues like Carnegie Hall, the Chamber Music Society in San Francisco, and the Stradivari Society in Chicago. She credits her success as an accomplished performing artist and award-winning music educator to key disciplines, practices, and mindsets that she lives every day. In Whenever You're Ready, she gives readers a personal glimpse into her life, shares wisdom and insights she's gained from her experiences, and shows people how to achieve personal and professional success. Participants can register at cplevents.org to reserve a seat for this event. Registration is encouraged but not required. This event will be recorded and available for on-demand viewing on the Library’s Facebook and YouTube pages following the presentation. Date: Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. Address: 640 Orange Ave Coronado, CA 92110 Free. Register at https://cplevents.org

David Finkelstein, former U.S. Army China specialist and director of Asian security affairs at CNA, talks about China's recent military demonstrations and the country's rising tensions with Taiwan.

Fears of an #Oscarssowhite redux go largely unfounded in this year's acting nominations, and the actress categories provided some real surprises. The battle for best picture will be fascinating.

It's been two long years of COVID gloom. But NPR's readers didn't let it keep them down. From cicada tracking to open-water swimming to roller-skating squads, you share how you bring the fun.

The House of Yes performance venue in Brooklyn is closed for now, but the artists that were active in it are busier than ever, finding themselves and making art that speaks to the times we live in.

The Sturgeon Moon became visible Thursday night, appearing bigger and brighter than usual because of its proximity to Earth.

Fridays, March 11 - 25, 2022 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS 2 / On Demand. This series showcases some of the nation’s leading cultural creators — musicians, playwrights, comedians, costume designers, among many others — who show us how they turn their visions of the world into art.