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The Food and Drug Administration is planning to authorize a new generation of COVID-19 boosters this week that for the first time will target the omicron variant.

The elections had been hailed as step forward for Kenyan democracy, with politicians focused on economic issues rather than tribal mobilization. Across Nairobi, scenes of celebration mixed with anger.

Workshop for a New Year Kadomatsu Kokedama! Sake is served!! Traditional Japanese new year Kadomatsu bring happiness to your house! Let's get together and make a wish for coming year 2022 full of happiness and prosperity. Date: 12/27 (Mon) 10:00am~ at Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park Fee: $65 for one group (Join with your family and friends/Admission to Japanese garden is not included in the ticket) Fee include all the materials needed to make one Kadomatsu kokedama decoration, instruction from Kokedama artist, and Sake to be cheers!! Kadomatsu is a decoration with three cut pieces of bamboo and pine for the Japanese New Year’s holiday. After Christmas, you will see this decoration at the entrances of houses and buildings in Japan. It is the land mark for the Shinto deity Toshigami-sama, to enter your home. In Japan, it has believed that Toshigami-sama comes to each family to bring happiness on New Year’s day. However, the deity only visits when he is invited. The kadomatsu decorations take on the role of sign at an entrance to welcome the deity. We will have a good time at Japanese garden with family and friends. Bring as many family member or friends to join this event. Looking forward to see you there! Kanako Yamada

Our Fun Animal Fridays are back onsite! The San Diego Humane Society will be introducing their canine ambassadors and teaching your little ones how to properly greet a dog. The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet, storytime, special craft, and more! Included with Museum admission. Date | Friday, October 29 at 10 a.m. Location | San Diego Children's Discovery Museum No registration required. Petting is entirely contingent upon the animals' well-being. We recommend arriving at the Museum early to maximize your chances of meeting the animals. For more information, please visit the San Diego Children's Dicovery Museum website or call (760) 233-7755.

Dozier died at 81. As part of the songwriting team Holland-Dozier-Holland, he co-wrote dozens of hits, including "Baby Love," "Heat Wave" and "Reflections," helping to define the Motown sound.

Join us for a one-night show with the talented Lydia Loveless and Lilly Hiatt! The country and folk singers will be sharing the stage of one of San Diego's favorite venues: Belly Up Tavern. Come enjoy some of the best and most beloved hits from these county-folk artists! Date | Wednesday, October 27 at 8 p.m., door open at 7 p.m. Location | Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach Get tickets here! Advanced admission: $20 Day-of-show admission: $22 Reserved loft seating: $35 (available over the phone) For more information, please visit the Belly Up Tavern website or call (858) 481-8140.

Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / On Demand. Christopher Kimball visits Paola Briseno Gonzalez and Javier Cabral to learn about the flavors of Jalisco, Mexico. Featured recipes include: Colima-Style Shredded Braised Pork, Banana Custard Pie with Caramelized Sugar, Salsa Macha Costena, and Carne en su Jugo, a brothy dish of short ribs and beans.

Eight families fled the war and traveled 5,000 miles to Brazil to live in a town settled by Ukrainians over a century ago. The language and customs — and kindnesses — have eased their transition.

A new poll on adults' perceptions of higher education shows a sharp partisan divide and a decline in the share of Americans who think colleges and universities have a positive impact on the nation.

The "Man of the Hole" lived in isolation and resisted contact for decades after the rest of his tribe was massacred. His death precedes Brazil's elections, where Indigenous rights are on the ballot.