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Veteran diplomat Martin S. Indyk, an author and leader at prominent U.S. think tanks who devoted years to finding a path toward peace in the Middle East, died Thursday. He was 73.

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport! Explore the tumultuous lives of the late Diana's parents and the complicated upbringing that shaped a Princess. "Curse Of The Spencers" is a story of broken first love, infidelity and heart-breaking family betrayal played out in the glare of the media spotlight, giving a fascinating glimpse into the woman before the Royal legend and a dynasty whose story has all the twists and turns of a Hollywood blockbuster

Across the Gulf South, small Black-owned farms are finding ways to use climate-friendly practices to grow crops while also addressing long-standing injustices.

Opponents have denounced the legislation as "the Russian law" because it resembles measures pushed through by the Kremlin to crack down on independent news media, nonprofits and activists.

An official inquiry is under way to determine what caused the stampede at a religious gathering in northern India.

Trump's remarks full of falsehoods were another reminder that as the November election gets closer, he can be expected to test and exceed the boundaries of fact and fiction once again.

Tampa Period Pantry has set up 10 locations to help fight 'period poverty.' It's attracting more attention after Gov. DeSantis vetoed funds for free menstrual products in Florida schools.

The Home of Guiding Hands (HGH), a nonprofit organization that provides quality support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its 50th annual fundraising gala on April 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Pendry Hotel. With this year’s theme “Glitz and Glam”, guests will enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, complimentary cocktails at the Oxford Social Club, dinner and wine service, a casino and more! This evening will benefit more than 4,500 infants, children, adolescents, and adults with special needs. For more than five decades, HGH has been committed to providing quality community support, critical housing and life skills training for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Home of Guiding Hands’ commitment goes beyond providing quality programs; they are deeply invested in creating a community that actively empowers people to create and lead fulfilling, high-quality lives. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. Pricing begins at $300 for an individual ticket. For more information, to purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, please visit here. About Home of Guiding Hands: Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) was created as a result of a small, but dedicated and ambitious group of leaders in East County. Since its inception in 1961, HGH has provided benchmark programming and housing for men, women, and children with developmental disabilities. It is one of the largest providers of supports and services in San Diego County, serving more than 4,500 infants, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

There are two new affordable housing projects in City Heights. Developer Wakeland Housing held a grand opening for City Heights Place and City Heights Plaza Del Sol Friday. In other news, we hear a preview of a new KPBS series about the child care crisis in San Diego. Plus, along the edge of San Diego's freeways, patches of wildflowers are bursting to life. We learn about the history behind why there are so many blooms on highway medians.

This weekend in the arts: new, strange visual art from Melissa Walter and Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado; "Booked for the Weekend"; Rachmaninoff and California; a new adaptation of "Cleopatra"; Miles Davis and lots of live music.