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San Diego has a new official flower, following the City Council's unanimous vote today to replace the non-native carnation with the native western blue-eyed grass.

At the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, indie studios showed off ambitious games made by small development teams.

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international correspondents share snapshots of moments from their lives and work around the world.

In her new hybrid memoir, Katie Goh unravels the multitudes citrus fruit contains, in lockstep with mythologies of colonialism, inheritance and identity.

Budget reconciliation may not be catchy, but it's been a vital tool for many presidents, including Ronald Reagan, whose first federal budget was a watershed in the history of federal fiscal policy.

Join Lakehouse Resort for Putting & Pilates, a unique wellness event that blends the core-strengthening benefits of pilates with the precision and focus of golf, topped off with cocktails (+mocktails). Enjoy a scenic outdoor pilates workout designed to enhance flexibility, balance, and strength—key skills for an improved golf game. Transition to the driving range for a hands-on golf clinic and putting challenges led by a professional golfer, where you’ll refine your swing and putting techniques. Unwind afterwards with a bite and cocktail and connect with our brand partners, prize giveaways, and more! Visit: https://events.thelakehouseresort.com/e/putting-and-pilates?utm_source=affiliate&utm_name=KPR&utm_campaign=KPR&utm_id=676323ddb47c43c3b7346dbd0ad1e02d Lakehouse Resort on Instagram

Two ballot drop boxes in Washington and Oregon were set on fire this week. Officials say hundreds of ballots were destroyed.

Kosuke Matsuda will present his solo recital on Monday, January 6th, 2025, at 5 p.m. at the Conrad Prebys Music Center Experimental Theater. This recital marks a significant milestone for Matsuda as it concludes his Doctor of Musical Arts degree and launches his 2025 season as a music performer. The concert showcases works by John Cage, Kaija Saariajo, and Hans Werner Henze, whose compositions integrate Japanese concepts of silence and sound as central musical elements. Through these pieces, Matsuda aims to explore how silence can be shaped by sound and gesture, offering a nuanced interpretation of its depth and meaning. In his doctoral research, Matsuda delved into the conceptual differences of silence in Japanese culture, analyzing its representation in literature and its influence on music. The Japanese language itself offers over seven words to express varying forms of quietness and tranquility, each with unique contextual nuances. This recital invites audiences to experience these dimensions of silence brought to life through music. This recital also serves as the beginning of Matsuda’s 2025 concert season, which will include a solo performance in Tokyo, Japan, on March 12th, 2025, and additional engagements throughout the year. Join Kosuke Matsuda on January 6th for an evening of profound musical exploration, where sound and silence intertwine to create a deeply reflective concert experience. Kosuke Matsuda, originally from Nagasaki, Japan, began his career as a percussionist, deeply inspired by the natural soundscape of his hometown. Matsuda pursued a master’s degree at Aichi University of the Fine Arts. He continued his studies in the United States, earning a second master’s degree and Artist Diploma at the Frost School of Music, University of Miami. Currently based in San Diego, he is completing his Doctor of Musical Arts degree at UC San Diego. Visit: https://music-web.ucsd.edu/concerts/cms_index.php?now=1&query_event_code=20250106-Matsuda Kosuke Matsuda on Facebook

Experts tell NPR the gift violates the Foreign Emoluments Clause and raises questions about what Qatar might expect from Trump in return. It's not clear whether critics in Congress can stop it from happening.

Discover the enriching opportunities at UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute! Designed for individuals aged 50 and older, this event highlights engaging lectures, interactive workshops, social events like field trips and dinners, and our popular Active Theatre World group. Explore membership benefits, meet our vibrant community, and experience learning in modern, comfortable classrooms near transit centers. Visit: https://extendedstudies.ucsd.edu/olli/membership/open-house UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies on Instagram and Facebook