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Celebration of New Writers is an opportunity to showcase the works of a diverse and underrepresented pool of talented playwrights. This evening includes short new pieces YOU get to hear first, with a discussion afterward. Our team brings together local talents in the best light to introduce you to the next artistic wave. This year’s Celebration will be co-directed by Matt Thompson and Carla Navarro, who return to guide this festival of new voices with their signature blend of insight, heart, and bold theatrical vision. We invite audiences to experience these fresh works brought and to join us for an evening that celebrates creativity, and Cultural Culinary Connections. The Roustabouts Theatre Co. on Facebook / Instagram

After the U.S. withdrew from the World Health Organization, it wasn't clear they would participate in this WHO-led meeting to determine the recipe for the next flu vaccine.

The University of California San Diego, in partnership with Point Loma Nazarene University and the Kyoto Symposium Organization, will host the 25th Annual Kyoto Prize Symposium on March 11–12, 2026, on the UC San Diego campus. This multi-day event will feature free, public lectures by three of the world’s most distinguished thinkers and researchers in ethics, artificial intelligence, and life sciences. The Kyoto Prize, Japan’s highest private international award, is bestowed by the nonprofit Inamori Foundation to honor individuals whose scientific, cultural, and philosophical contributions advance the betterment of humankind. Established in 1984 by the late Dr. Kazuo Inamori, the prize reflects his belief that humanity’s future depends on a balance between scientific progress and spiritual depth. The 2025 Kyoto Prize laureates are Shun-ichi Amari for Advanced Technology, Azim Surani for Basic Sciences, and Carol Gilligan for Arts and Philosophy. The San Diego Kyoto Prize Symposium celebrates the lives and work of these laureates through public presentations and scholarly engagement, offering an international audience the opportunity to reflect on shared global values and the pursuit of peace and harmony across nations.

The attack was launched on Thursday and prompted hospital officials to close all of its 35 clinics across the state.

Controlled Thermal Resources, one of the three energy firms chasing lithium around the Salton Sea, is shifting its focus to generating power for the booming artificial intelligence industry.

Celebrate Lunar New Year by enjoying stories, musical/dance performances, and crafts! Lunar New Year is an annual celebration marking the start of a new year based on a lunisolar calendar, observed by many East Asian cultures with festivals, family feasts, fireworks, and traditions symbolizing luck. It is often called Spring Festival because it begins in late January and mid-February. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/lunar-new-year-celebration-499420

The Democratic Republic of Congo is seeing a significant increase in acts of sexual violence against girls and young women. A support center offers a sanctuary for treatment — and to be heard.

Center-left Socialist candidate António José Seguro recorded a thumping victory over hard-right populist André Ventura in Portugal's runoff presidential election Sunday, according to official results.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10 a.m. on KPBS TV. Join longtime friends and chefs Lidia Bastianich and Jacques Pépin for mouth-watering recipes and personal family stories. Their combined knowledge doubles the fun when they come together to share the recipes that made their careers.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+. Celebrate the legendary singer, songwriter and performer in a spectacular 2012 concert at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Featuring a state-of-the art Yamaha piano — nearly four years in the making — this unforgettable show features Elton performing his much-loved hits.