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Mychal Threets, a social media star librarian, is hosting the new iteration of the series. It's back for four episodes starting on Saturday.

More Americans are turning to food banks to help fill the assistance gap, but administrators caution they aren't designed to act as a safety net for a government program.

Tom Bowman has held his Pentagon press pass for 28 years. He says the Pentagon's new media policy makes it impossible to be a journalist, which means finding out what's really going on behind the scenes and not accepting wholesale what any government or administration says.

The U.S. will slash assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports because the country's leader, Gustavo Petro, "does nothing to stop" drug production, President Donald Trump said Sunday.

California’s premier Viking and Nordic heritage event returns for its 23rd year! On September 20 & 21, 2025, the Vista Viking Festival will once again take over the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, bringing history, culture, and adventure to life. This year, we proudly celebrate “The Year of the Valkyrie”—honoring the strength, courage, and dedication of the women who have shaped not only Viking history but also our festival. From the fierce warriors of legend to the incredible women who have helped build and sustain Vista Viking Festival over the years, we recognize their contributions in a truly special way. Step into the world of the Norse and explore authentic Viking encampments, live music from festival favorites like Highland Way, Blindfold Monks, Silk Button Butchers, and Damekor, plus thrilling combat demonstrations and competitions. Browse the vibrant vendor village, feast on Nordic-inspired food, and quench your thirst in our legendary Beer Garden, featuring mead and ale fit for the gods. Test your mettle with axe throwing, archery, and spear flinging at the Weapons Range, and immerse yourself in Viking culture, storytelling, and hands-on demonstrations. Vista Viking Festival is presented by the Norway Hall Foundation, a non-profit California 501(c)3, along with other local non-profits. Don’t miss out—get your tickets early! Stay updated on entertainment, competitions, and special events by checking back on our website and following us on social media. Skål to the Valkyries—past, present, and future! Ticket Prices: Adult (18+): $27.00 Youth (13-17): $10.00 Child (6-12) $5.00 Child (5 & Under) Free Parking: $5-$10 Vista Viking Festival on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: New visual art from Brandon Eugene Secrest and Leslye Villaseñor; visual artist Hugo Crosthwaite's chamber music collaboration; the San Diego Asian Film Festival; printmaking in Oceanside; "El Alebrije" and more.

The deployment and the quickening pace of U.S. strikes, including one Friday, raised new speculation about how far the Trump administration may go in operations it says are targeted at drug trafficking.

Rescue workers were helping hundreds of hikers trapped by heavy snow at tourist campsites on a slope of Mount Everest in Tibet, Chinese state media said late Sunday.

Democrats had a good night, winning major races including governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey and a redistricting ballot measure in California, while also confronting the future of the party.

The federal government remains shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the shutdown is affecting services across the country.