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China tightened access to Tiananmen Square in central Beijing on Sunday, the anniversary of the military suppression of 1989 pro-democracy protests.

Premieres Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at 5 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. Columnist and cultural commentator David Brooks explains how many of society’s biggest problems stem from people not feeling seen and known. He notes that over a third of Americans are chronically lonely. Drawing from his many years of observing American culture, Brooks drives home the importance of deep listening to repair the social fabric.

An exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego downtown features Carmen Argote's thoughtful, disruptive use of materials, chemistry and a walking-based process.

Champion bodybuilder, Hollywood superstar, Governor of California — Arnold Schwarzenegger offers a few pieces of advice about living a successful life in his new book Be Useful.

The latest campaign finance data was released Saturday and gives a window into financial stability of the presidential campaigns. Here are a few takeaways from the reports.

The number of people that have been diagnosed with a pneumonia-causing bacteria has increased over the past six months. Older people are at higher risk of pneumococcal diseases like pneumonia and menningitis.

The internationally noted Australian Haydn Ensemble, one of Australia’s leading orchestras specializing in historically informed performances, will kick off its nine-city US Tour at the Prebys Concert Hall at UC San Diego (7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037), on Friday evening, Oct. 13, 2023, 7:30 p.m. From San Diego, the ensemble is going to appear on both the west and east coasts (October 12-21). The program explores the 18th century reflections on the times of day with the following program: J.C. Bach Symphony in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 6 Haydn Symphony No. 6 Le Matin Haydn Symphony No. 8 Le Soir Mozart Symphony No. 29, in A Major Called “a polished, style conscious ensemble” by the Gramophone, The Australian Haydn Ensemble burst onto the Australian music scene with unprecedented energy and passion since its formation in 2012. Under the direction of Artistic Director Skye McIntosh, the AHE brings together world-class musicians who excel in both modern and period instrument performance and are highly committed to both historical research and performance. The Australian Haydn Ensemble on Facebook / Instagram

Providers say home day care businesses may need to close if the state continues paying too little in child care subsidies.

FILM FORUM CORONADO “Summer With Monika” Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 6 p.m. Coronado Public Library (Winn Room) 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118 Phone: 619-522-7390 Website: www.coronadolibrary.org Film & Discussion Adults Free Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 6 p.m. “SUMMER WITH MONIKA” (1953. 98 minutes) - Inspired by the earthy eroticism of Harriet Andersson, Ingmar Bergman turned out this sensual and ravaging tale of young love. A rebellious young girl and a conservative young boy from working-class families run away to spend a secluded romantic summer at the beach. It’s not long before they are forced to return to reality. (In Swedish with English subtitles). FILM FORUM CORONADO is held in the Winn Room at Coronado Public Library, on the first and third Wednesdays, with a brief introduction before the film and a discussion afterward, led by Ralph DeLauro. FILM FORUM CORONADO is presented by the Coronado Public Library, the Friends of the Coronado Library, and the Coronado Island Film Festival.

FILM FORUM CORONADO presents “Sita Sings The Blues” Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 6 p.m. Coronado Public Library (Winn Room) 640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118 Phone: 619-522-7390 Website: www.coronadolibrary.org Film & Discussion Adults Free “SITA SINGS THE BLUES” (2008. 82 minutes) - Nina Paley’s audacious, original, cranium-bursting jukebox musical. Using an eclectic array of techniques — cutouts, painting, collage, photos, underground comic books and Yellow Submarine — she mingles an autobiographical tale of romantic woe and mythological travails of Sita, the Hindu Goddess from the epic Sanskrit fable “The Ramayana”. Set to the 1920s cool jazz vocals of Annette Hanshaw. (Animated). (In English). FILM FORUM CORONADO is held in the Winn Room at Coronado Public Library, on the first and third Wednesdays, with a brief introduction before the film and a discussion afterward, led by Ralph DeLauro. FILM FORUM CORONADO is presented by Coronado Public Library, Friends of the Coronado Library and Coronado Island Film Festival.