Search results for

Despite the guilty verdict, Trump remains the Republican nominee for president. Here's how the conviction is already playing out for the campaign.

Families will play an essential role in getting students back on track, researchers say. But it's going to take a "culture" shift around the importance of being in school.

Sherm and Wuki at Nova SD Chicago-based artist Sherm has never stopped his relentless pursuit to create and influence since his start in 2014. His artistry and passion has given him global recognition for his accomplishments in the music industry as a DJ, Producer, A&R and Podcast Host. Sherm's undeniable ability to entertain is what sets him apart. He has a 360 degree skillset including performing in front of thousands at festivals, producing memorable dance music, hosting live podcasts, signing chart-topping tracks, and moderating engaging panels. Stay Connected on Social Media! Website | Facebook | Instagram

Workers are still removing pieces of the Key Bridge from Baltimore Harbor, but the fight over who will pay to replace it has already begun. Past accidents offer some clues about how it could play out.

As the Houston area works to clean up and restore power to thousands after deadly storms, it will do so under a smog warning and as all of southern Texas starts to feel the heat.

The Photographer's Eye is proud to present Jerry Takigawa's fine art series, "False Food", a thought-provoking exhibit that addresses the toll that micro-plastics take on our natural world. Mr. Takigawa created this work after seeing colorful pieces of plastic extracted from inside albatross, who mistook the plastic bits for food and then died. Mr. Takigawa will be at Photographer's Eye, a nonprofit, for a meet-and-greet at the opening on October 14, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and will be signing his books. The exhibit runs from October 14 to November 18. Gallery hours are Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment by calling 760-522-2170. Jerry Takigawa is an award-winning photographer and designer who has been a social and environmental advocate since 1969. His work is in the permanent collection of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Museum, the Crocker Art Museum, and many others. Opening reception: 4-7 p.m. Oct. 14, 2023 Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

This annual film festival offers an Italian perspective on climate change, patriarchy, immigration and of course, love.

From the organizers: Little Amal is the 12 foot puppet of a 10 year old Syrian refugee child at the heart of The Walk. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees. Between Sept. 7 and Nov. 26 2023, Amal is journeying 11,000 miles across the United States and Mexico in one of the largest free public festivals ever created. Join Blindspot Collective and ArtPower at South Mission Beach for Washed Ashore Amal is yearning to play with other children at the beach when she discovers the remnants of cherished belongings that have been washed ashore. As she listens to the sea, she thinks about the millions of refugee children across the world, who, like her, are searching for a better life. Audiences will be greeted by food trucks and an invitation to sit with us for a family-style picnic, before being joined by Little Amal herself as we explore the hope that she has shared across the world and her continued search for peace and belonging. Ways Get Involved: Join – the picnic at Mission Beach Make – Participate in a free community puppetry workshop at the UC San Diego Craft Center to make puppets that will be part of the performance. Materials, instructions, and refreshments provided. | RSVP Here > Sunday, Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24 from 6–8:30 p.m. Perform – All opportunities at: https://www.blindspotcollective.org/amal About Little Amal: Since July 2021, Amal has travelled over 6,000 miles to 15 countries, and been welcomed by more than a million people on the street, including hundreds of artists and civil society and faith leaders, as well as by tens of millions online. The puppet of Little Amal was designed and built by Handspring Puppet Company. Everywhere Amal goes she is greeted with events that are authentic and meaningful to the local people she meets. This could be a parade through a city centre, playground games with children at schools, a visit to a place of worship, an outdoor theatre or dance performance, a musical concert, a whole-city art installation, intimate encounters with children and families or ceremonies of welcome led by city mayors or other senior civic officials. Since she began her journey in July 2021 Amal has been welcomed at more than 270 unique events in 97 cities, towns and villages. Related links: ArtPower website | Instagram | Facebook

Long before the age of special effects and AI, Hollywood produced silent films designed to be accompanied by the organ. These improvised scores showcased the drama of each scene and knit together the plot in a unique musical way. Go back in time this Halloween weekend to watch the classic 1925 film, "The Phantom of the Opera," come to life on St. James’ silver screen. Organist, Garrett F. Martin will improvise the score as the movie unfolds at the keyboards of St. James’ new Rosales/Parsons Organ. Experience all the organs dramatic colors in this uniquely fun performance. Visit: stjamesmusicseries.com/phantom

NPR listeners wrote to ask whether the environmental harm from building EVs "cancels out" the cars' climate benefits. Experts say the answer is clear.