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For those who don’t qualify for medical-aid-in dying, voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED) is an alternative method for mentally competent persons to hasten the end of life. Hear from Kate Christie, author of The VSED Handbook; Nancy Simmers, a compassionate death doula; and Donald Moore, MD, a San Diego end-of-life care physician, who will share their first-hand experience with VSED. Register now View this event on Facebook Visit: www.hemlocksocietysandiego.org

Seven months have passed since South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced a plan to increase the number of doctors. Trainee doctors walked off their jobs in protest and they haven’t returned.

A federal judge in Texas has blocked a new rule from the Biden administration that would have expanded access to overtime pay to millions more salaried workers across the U.S.

Finding meals that are good for you, your wallet and the environment can be difficult. We've pulled together a few recipes to make sustainable choices even easier.

The 2nd Annual Baja Lifestyle and Travel Expo presented by the expert team at Baja Bound Insurance is set to take place on September 30, 2023. This year, the Expo promises an even grander celebration of Baja's rich culture and captivating travel experiences. The event will be hosted at the picturesque Crown Point Park on Mission Bay from Noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free and open to all ages. The Baja Lifestyle and Travel Expo is a true ode to the spirit of adventure, offering attendees a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of Baja California, Mexico. With over 100 engaging booths, the Expo will showcase the region's finest treasures, from arts and crafts to culinary delights, enticing visitors to explore every facet of Baja's vibrant lifestyle. In addition to an array of exhibitors, the Expo will feature inspiring guest speakers who will share their travel insights, offering valuable tips and recommendations for fellow adventurers. Guest speakers for this year’s event include: Jorge Meraz (CROSSING SOUTH on KPBS), Angela Kemsley from Wildcoast, Michael Emery - Slow Baja, Michael Gardiner - food writer and cookbook author, and Nathan Stuart - Legends Overlanding. For the foodies, a delicious lineup of food trucks will be on hand, serving up mouthwatering dishes that epitomize the flavors of Baja as well as a beer and wine garden featuring Baja-based breweries and winemakers including Cerveceria Transpeninsular, Momentum Brewing, Baja Brewing Company, Corona del Valle, Cava Maciel, Bodegas F Rubio, along with Local Roots Kombucha. An assortment of custom #vanlife and overlanding vehicles and suppliers will also be showcased, fueling the wanderlust of aspiring explorers seeking their next cross-border adventure. Attendees will also be treated to live music and a chance to win fantastic raffle prizes throughout the day.

The Cal Grant fully covers tuition at the University of California and California State University, and legislators planned to offer it to an additional 137,000 students.

Tijuana has always been a refuge for those who can’t afford San Diego. But what was once a stream has become a flood.

The synth-pop band just finished its first tour in nearly 20 years. After a recent show in Brooklyn, two longtime fans reflect on why this music still hasn't lost its power.

Around a third of women of reproductive age could have low iron. But doctors don’t routinely screen for the condition, though it can lead to anemia. Symptoms include exhaustion, headaches and more.

Monday, March 25, 2024 at from 9-10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Watch now with KPBS Passport + Encore Friday, March 29 from 8:30-10 p.m. on KPBS 2. The story of Christ’s death and resurrection has dominated western culture for the past 2000 years. It is perhaps the most significant historical event of all time, as recounted by the gospels but, equally, as depicted by the greatest artists in history. From the triumphant to the savage, the ethereal to the tactile, some of western civilization’s greatest artworks focus on this pivotal moment.