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On the first Monday of every May, the rich, famous and well-dressed gather in New York City for the Met Gala fundraiser. Ivy Buck offers a lookahead - covering this year's theme, where to watch, who's coming, and more.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. The half-hour documentary follows a multi-generational team of scientists and engineers as they struggle to design, construct, and deliver on time the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft and its components to NASA in anticipation of its September 2016 launch from Cape Canaveral.

A KPBS investigation found state and county officials have given millions in tax breaks to a local nonprofit that owns the Imperial Regional Detention Facility.

First, we’ll tell you how the county’s $9 billion dollar recommended budget addresses federal funding cuts. Then, the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center has a fresh new look. Next, we’ll tell you why Iran’s World Cup training base has been moved to Mexico. Also, our resident Cinema Junkie reviews Boots Riley’s new film.

The Bubble Run™ would not be possible without the help of our amazing volunteers. We have a variety of roles available for people of any age, location, and fitness level. No special skills or experience is required, just your enthusiasm and willingness to have a good time! Join us in creating a wonderful experience. Join us in creating a wonderful experience and earn free perks. Participants will experience four bogs of colored suds (red, green, blue, and yellow) as they complete the race. These foam stations will create a wall of bubbles to shower participants with colorful, fun, eco-friendly, and non-toxic bubbles. Visit: https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/95072407/select-race? BubbleRUN on Instagram and Facebook

House of Ukraine, part of the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages, presents Ukrainian Festival 2026. Celebrate Ukrainian culture with a day full of music, dance, and delicious traditional food! Food Court (11 a.m. – 5 p.m.): Traditional Ukrainian homemade food will be sold. Treat yourself to potato and cheese varenyky with sour cream and fried onions, our famous kovbasa sandwich, fresh salads, hand-made cookies, watermelon, ice cream, and cotton candy! Lawn Program (2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Enjoy our free Lawn Program with an exciting lineup of performances featuring the Suzirya Ukrainian Dance Theatre of Calgary, AB, Canada; Chervona Kalyna Dance Group of Los Angeles; Namysto Children’s Dance Group; Vydelka (Ukrainian/American ethnic music band) and more! Bring your friends and family and experience the best of Ukrainian hospitality, music, and flavors. We can’t wait to see you there! Proceeds support humanitarian aid to Ukraine. House of Ukraine on Facebook / Instagram

UC San Diego is hosting the 25th Annual Kyoto Prize Symposium this week. Award recipient Carol Gilligan joins Midday Edition Tuesday to talk about her pioneering work highlighting the experiences of women and girls in research, and share her reaction to receiving the Kyoto Prize.

Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, San Diego's first and only all-female salsa band and a 501(c)(3) organization, is celebrating five years of community, music, and fun in 2024. Música En La Plaza is a free community event presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation. Nestled within the Lyric Courtyard, this starlit monthly concert series offers an unforgettable cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant heritage of Latin rhythms. Our carefully curated lineup of talented local musicians and performers ensures a diverse and rich musical journey, featuring everything from salsa and merengue to cumbia and bachata. Visit: https://artcenter.org/musica-en-la-plaza/

San Diego-based musician Matthew Phillips is a rising pop force from Southern California, captivating audiences with infectious melodies, heartfelt storytelling, and a modern alternative sound that pairs electronic elements with cinematic soundscapes and classic, hook-driven lyrics. A standout guitarist as well as a songwriter, Phillips’ playing has drawn attention from major industry names including Fender, Ernie Ball, Taylor, Seymour Duncan, JHS, RJM, and Walrus Audio. Following the success of his 2023 singles “So in Love” and “Till It’s Over,” Phillips gained momentum as the “Till It’s Over” music video went viral—filmed live at San Diego’s House of Blues and capturing a powerful, lights-up moment of unity in the room. In 2024, he was nominated and won Best Pop Artist at the San Diego Music Awards, then brought his band to the legendary Belly Up in Solana Beach for a highly anticipated headline show, paired with the release of “Time Fades Love” and a live-shot video that quickly racked up views across platforms. With a growing list of festival and venue performances, international touring experience, and TV/film placements, Matthew Phillips continues to earn praise from journalists, industry insiders, and fans—raising the bar with every release and delivering a live show that feels both intimate and larger-than-life. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/matthew-phillips Matthew Phillips on Instagram and Facebook

The Golden State could face a potentially wildfire-prone summer amid a lack of snowfall and warming weather, and emergency services are gearing up to combat what has become the “fire year.”