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Get ready for some wanderlust! This unique program will take you on a visual tour around the world while Matthew Allison, adventurer extraordinaire, excites the audience with tales from his greatest adventures and tips for others on how to travel to every country in the world. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just getting started exploring the world, this program is guaranteed to inspire! About Matthew Allison Matthew Allison is an adventurer who, as of early 2024, has become one of the only approx after almost 30 years of travel while working full time. 400 people to visit every Country in the world with the main goal of discovering the Earth's most remote corners, exploring caves, wilderness, endangered wildlife, living with tribes, and vanishing cultures. Some of Matthew’s most notable adventures are cage diving with great white sharks, piloting a small plane across Baja Mexico, staying with the Nenet reindeer herders in the Siberian Arctic with temperatures diving to -50 degrees Celsius and tracking a legendary dinosaur-like creature called the Mokele Mbembe to a remote lake deep in the Republic of Congo rainforest and most recently being one of the first Americans to travel across Taliban controlled Afghanistan. Exclusive Opportunity As part of this lecture, SDWAC partnered with the International Houses at Balboa Park's House of Pacific Relations to create a fun and interactive way to explore the International Houses more deeply! All pre-registered lecture attendees will receive a program "passport" upon arrival and check-in at the lecture. Immediately following Matthew Allison's presentation, they will be invited to visit the participating houses to learn more about each country and receive a "passport stamp" in their program. If you receive a stamp from each participating house you can turn that in to receive an entry to a raffle for a fun travel related prize! Stay tuned for more details! Visit: https://sdwac.org/event-5795649 San Diego World Affairs Council on Instagram and Facebook

Frazier in his final words criticized Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for not returning him to serve out a previous life sentence in her state, which doesn't have the death penalty.

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield was under scrutiny for planning to put time limits on anesthesia care. On Thursday, the large health insurer said it had decided not to proceed with the policy change.

The delivery of the bells comes just one month ahead of Notre Dame's reopening, which is scheduled for December 8.

Get your child excited about cursive handwriting! This 4-week course is perfect for 12-18 year old who want to learn or improve their cursive writing. Class Size: 8 students Cursive offers benefits beyond the classroom: - Enhanced Communication - Express yourself with a beautiful and personal writing style. - Improved focus and fine motor skills. Creative Outlet Explore calligraphy and add a touch of elegance to notes, cards, or even journaling. This fun and engaging program will guide students through: - Proper letter formation and connections - Building confidence in cursive writing - Writing short words and phrases Whether it's for meeting school goals or a creative hobby, this class is a great way to inspired by the world of handwriting. No prior experience necessary. Materials included Cancellation Policy: All workshops are non-refundable. However, tickets can be easily transferred to another person by emailing the name and email address of the new participant to design@strengerstudio.com For more information visit: strengerstudio.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Syrian rebels have swept through the country at lightning pace, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to flee. But who are they and what are their aims?

Extreme weather in Mexico is contributing to undocumented migration and return between Mexico and the United States.

The incoming Trump administration is likely to crack down on the H-1B visas used by tech companies and research institutions to hire top talent from other countries.

Traffic is a huge problem in Tijuana and San Diego. If you drive around during the day, you will most certainly be caught in a traffic jam. So should we build more roads to ease traffic congestion? In this episode, we wanted to explore what is keeping residents of Tijuana from a better quality of life. The answer took us by surprise. Join us in our conversations with architects and urbanists René Peralta and Sharlinee Ceniceros Toscano, and KPBS’ own Andrew Bowen, to hear their take on what is keeping Tijuanenses from a better quality of life. Nos vemos pronto! Cover Art by Rene Peralta Check out Andrew’s podcast, “Freeway Exit”, here. About Season 6 Port of entry has a fresh new season for you with more rich stories of our border region. This time around, we are spotlighting Shapers and Visionaries of borderlands. Stories of People who are impacting the region and in some cases the world with their work and research. From urbanism to architecture to education and politics and to art and robotics! Listen in and join us! Social media and contact From KPBS , “Port of Entry” tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/portofentrypodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/portofentrypod Support our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift. If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org. Text or call the "Port of Entry" team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show or email us at podcasts@kpbs.org. Credits Hosts: Alan Lilienthal and Natalie González Producer: Julio C. Ortiz Franco Technical Producer/Sound Designer: Adrian Villalobos Editor: Elma Gonzalez Lima Brandao Episodes translated by: Natalie González and Julio C. Ortíz Franco Director of Audio Programming and Operations: Lisa Morrisette-Zapp This program is made possible, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people