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Events in Selma, Ala. six decades ago helped win support for the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Today local activists say they're still fighting stubborn segregation, poverty and gun violence.

About Irving Flores Irving Flores is an accomplished pianist, composer, arranger and music producer. He has performed with Bill Watrous, Charles McPherson, Abraham Laboriel, Poncho Sanchez, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Alex Acuna, Akira Jimbo, Rene Camacho, Cuba’s “El Negro” Hernandez, Gilbert Castellanos, Peter Sprague. His music arrangements also include a “Tribute to Frank Sinatra”, performed by the San Diego Chamber Orchestra, an arrangement for strings for Luis Miguel, and an orchestral arrangement for The San Diego Symphony. His most significant recordings and production work in his musical career include: La Rumorosa (with Estaban Favela). Simply Sacha, featuring Sacha Boutros. Nutville, featuring the Brad Steinwehe Jazz Orchestra, La Vida ese Parentesis with Tania Libertad and Willie Colon Armando La Libertad, with Armando Manzanero and Tania Libertad The Federal Jazz Project Irving Flores' original compositions: La Rumorosa, Recuerdos, and the most recent American Influence Currently, Irving Flores is living and working in San Diego and has celebrated the release of his CD, American Influence. Irving Flores Social Media https://irvingflores.com/ https://www.instagram.com/irvingfloresjazz/ https://www.facebook.com/irvingfloresjazz/ See More Events www.booksandrecordsbar.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events

Ckunsa, an indigenous language in Chile, was declared dead 70 years ago. But groups in northern Chile are successfuly reviving the language and teaching it to a new generation.

Some districts are using money from a $1.7 billion legal settlement against e-cigarette manufacturer Juul Labs to pay for the high-tech devices. But there are critics and also privacy concerns.

Lots of older Americans say they'd love to downsize, but it doesn't make financial sense. The housing roadblock has left some would-be buyers stuck. We asked experts what policies could change that.

OpenAI — the company behind ChatGPT and a big part of Stargate — is partnering with the U.S. National Laboratories. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly spoke with OpenAI's Chris LeHane, here are the highlights.

In his visit on Thursday, the prime minister will try to leverage the U.K.'s so-called "special relationship" with U.S. and act as a bridge between the Trump administration and U.S. allies in Europe.

While well-intentioned, the first several states attempting to divert food waste from landfills and incinerators posted just a 20% success rate, according to a study published Friday.

In his new book, Shift, psychologist and neuroscientist Ethan Kross busts common assumptions about how to manage feelings and explains why it's OK sometimes to avoid them for a while.

Get ready to step back into the world of "Shaun of the Dead." In honor of the beloved cult classic film’s 20th anniversary, Focus Features is bringing an immersive offsite to San Diego Comic-Con. Visitors will step into the 520 Fifth Ave space (open Thursday-Saturday from Noon - 6 p.m. and Sunday Noon - 4 p.m.) to be transported directly into the universe of the film. The event will recreate the Winchester Tavern and other iconic settings from the movie, with interactive photo ops, complimentary cans of themed beer courtesy of Beer Zombies (21+, while supplies last), exclusive merch, game demos, giveaways, and more. Fans will get an early playthrough of a "Shaun of the Dead" inspired level of the upcoming co-op action game, Funko Fusion, developed by 10:10 Games, ahead of its release this fall. The event is free, and reservation slots will open to Focus Insiders first beginning July 16 at 10 a.m. PT. Reservation slots will open to the public on July 17 at 8 a.m. PT, with accommodations for walk-ups. Visit: https://sdccblog.com/2024/07/shaun-of-the-dead-immersive-pop-up-experience-heading-to-san-diego-comic-con-2024/