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Retailers are warning Americans to be vigilant about their packages and not let porch pirates steal the holiday spirit,

While the U.S. grapples with an egg shortage caused by avian flu, eggs remain plentiful and affordable in Canada. There are reasons for that, including that egg farms there tend to be smaller.

Your ticket includes: Cruise around San Diego Bay aboard the gorgeous NERISSA yacht 60 minute intimate unplugged acoustic live music performance by Graham Nancarrow Meet & Greet and autograph opportunity with Graham Nancarrow A complimentary glass of Prosecco upon boarding Light bites available during cruise Full bar available during cruise for cash/card purchase About Graham Nancarrow... Graham Nancarrow is a singer/songwriter from San Diego, based out of Nashville. Nancarrow’s debut album, “Valley of the Deer” was released in 2012 and was up for best album at the San Diego Music Awards. In 2013, he signed a 2 album deal and released “Heart” (dedicated to his father, Loren). In 2015, Nancarrow released the full-length, “Simple Things” and it won best Americana/Country album at the SDMA’s. Nancarrow moved to Nashville in 2017 after making an album there called, “Hot Chicken” engineered and produced by Vance Powell. He teamed up with friend John Bohlinger in Nashville in 2020. The Spanish track "Solamente" leads the way in popularity and continues to spread across the world via streaming. His song “You’re The Reason I Drink” has been played on SiriusXM Outlaw Country and CMT featured a song co-written with Tera Lynne & John Bohlinger called “I Understand (I Will Never Understand)”. Visit: https://www.theseasessions.com/buy-tickets#/event/kdweaLQCzzrrpMKVbQMz Graham Nancarrow on Instagram and Facebook

Back by popular demand....High Society Jazz Band will perform New Orleans and Chicago-style jazz and Dixieland, swing, big band, Latin and some oldies rock 'n' roll. Come enjoy the music, humor and energy of HSJB (six members) that has been entertaining San Diego for over 30 years. Visit: https://hiddenvalleyccaescondido.info/ High Society Jazz Band

Experience an unforgettable evening with Qais Essar, a pioneering Afghan composer and rabab virtuoso who weaves the traditional sounds of the mountainous Hindu Kush region with contemporary global music. The rabab, an instrument first mentioned in Arabic texts of the tenth century, is a plucked lute considered by many to be Afghanistan’s national instrument and a precursor of the sarod, prominent in North Indian classical music . Qais’s music blends Afghan folk, Americana, and other sources, creating a unique soundscape that feels both timeless and boundary-pushing. Following the performance, join us for a Q&A with Qais, where he will share insights into his creative process, collaborations, and the inspirations behind his music. This close-up experience will offer a rare chance to delve into the mind of an artist dedicated to reimagining Afghan music for the modern world. About the artist: Qais Essar is an acclaimed Afghan composer, rabab player, and producer who bridges the ancient and modern through his music. Known for his innovative blending of Afghan folk with rich, genre-defying sounds from Western roots music, Qais has performed globally, including with the Oxford Philharmonic, and his music has been featured in major motion pictures and festivals. His compositions include original pieces for Oscar-nominated films Three Songs for Benazir and The Breadwinner. The latter earned him a Canadian Screen Award for Best Original Song. Qais brings traditional Afghan music to new, global audiences. Visit: Soundscapes of Afghanistan: Tradition Reimagined with Qais Essar Quais Essar on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for an evening with Julian Kytasty, whose playing of the bandura, Ukraine’s national instrument, evokes haunting memories of Russian and Soviet suppression of Ukrainian national identity. Julian’s singing of epic songs and his playing of free improvisations and modern world music blend tradition with innovation to reveal the bandura’s expressive depth. Following the performance, we’ll invite you to take part in a Q&A session with Julian to gain insight into his creative process and the remarkable journey that has established him as a leading bandurist. The concert’s intimate setting will allow you to experience his rich, evocative soundscapes up close, creating a deep connection to Ukraine’s musical heritage and Julian’s unique artistry. About the artist: Julian Kytasty is a renowned instrumentalist and composer who has expanded the expressive possibilities of the bandura, a traditional Ukrainian plucked-string lute-zither with 50 or more strings. Born to a family of Ukrainian refugees in Detroit, Julian learned the bandura from his father and grandfather. Later, he moved to New York, where he became the artistic director of the New York School of Bandura. Julian’s work spans diverse genres, from ancient Ukrainian epic songs to electroacoustic projects, world music collaborations, and experimental theater. An active educator, he has led workshops and master classes worldwide, sharing his passion for the bandura with new generations. Visit: Soul of the Bandura: Music and Stories from Ukraine featuring Julian Kytasty Julian Kytasty on Facebook

The weapons, which are illegal in Serbia, emit sound waves which can trigger sharp ear pain, disorientation, eardrum ruptures or even irreversible hearing damage.

Four years ago, Trump supporters, motivated in part by false election fraud claims, loudly protested at a Detroit counting facility. Election officials are determined to avoid a repeat of the chaos.

Whether we were paying attention or not, 2024 was filled with good news. In case you weren't, NPR's member stations have been keeping track. Here are some of the stories that made us smile this year.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged more military aid, as well as the possibility of weapons and boots on the ground, to secure peace in Ukraine.