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Nancy Worlie is the chief content officer at KPBS where she oversees news, and video and audio programming.

Allow yourself to be carried away by the deep feeling of freedom and connection of the MindTravel Silent Walking Meditation. This magical experience is led by MindTravel creator and composer, Murray Hidary. Note: This hike is rated as Moderate with an elevation gain of 900 ft and little shade coverage. Please plan accordingly. Over the course of the MindTravel experience, you’ll join other MindTravelers exploring one of the world's most beautiful trails while guided by MindTravel music delivered through MindTravel headphones. The evocative piano music ignites freedom and expansiveness that amplifies the healing and inspirational power of being surrounded by beauty. After a short introduction and intention-setting. the group will venture forth on a guided meditative hike up Cowles Mountain complete with a stunning 360 degree view of San Diego for a contemplative and powerful creative journey--all while enveloped in the transcendent sounds of the beautiful, original MindTravel compositions. MindTravel will provide the wireless headphones. Socials: Murray Hidary: Instagram & Twitter MindTravel: Facebook

Poor air quality can drive you indoors, but do you know what you're breathing inside your home? Here's the latest on optimizing ventilation and other air-clearing strategies.

Join us to learn more about past and future World Fairs, how the World Expos have impacted our lives, what's to come, and to enjoy a historic tour of Balboa Park. Featured speakers include Ross Porter, President of The Committee of One Hundred- an organization that works to preserve Balboa Park's historic architecture, gardens, and public spaces; Maggie Lemere, Global Ties U.S. Oral Historian; and Kara Snesko, U.S. Department of State Acting Director Expo Unit. Since 1851, there have been many events held throughout the world using the names "world's fair," "international exposition," "universal exposition," "world expo," and just "expo." The Panama–California Exposition was an exposition held in San Diego between January 1, 1915, and January 1, 1917. The exposition celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal, and was meant to tout San Diego as the first U.S. port of call for ships traveling north after passing westward through the canal. The fair was held in San Diego's large urban Balboa Park. Please register using the link provided.

Plotting the Novel: While your characters are the beating heart of your novel, your plot is its bones. Whether you are an outliner or someone who works on the fly, this basic architecture (the novel’s skeleton, so to speak) cannot be neglected. In this six-week workshop, we will work on understanding the essential plot requirements of a good story, and work on building a good strong supporting structure for your novel. Students will need to purchase “To Kill A Mockingbird” by Harper Lee. Please note: Though this class is offered as part of the Novel Writing Certificate Program, there is no pre-requisite to join this class. All students, members, and nonmembers are encouraged to enroll. You will be emailed the Zoom link 24 hours before the start of class. If you sign up less than 24 hours before the start of the class, please email Kristen at mailto:programs@sandiegowriters.org for your link.

What's it like to try to survive 120-degree heat, without air conditioning? Here's how people are coping in the heart of Delhi.

Against a backdrop of another deadly climbing season on Mount Everest, NPR's Scott Simon contemplates one story of sacrifice and heroism.

The team is called Las Amazonas de Yaxunah. They've defied gender stereotypes to become sports heroes. And these women and teens play the game wearing traditional Maya dresses — and no shoes.,

A jury as ordered Ammon Bundy and an associate to pay more than $50 million in damages to Idaho's largest hospital after armed protests last year led to a security lockdown.

The artist doesn't need TikTok anymore to prove she can make a hit. Her debut album, Heaven Knows, makes it clear she's ready to conquer worlds beyond the web.