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Surviving on a diet of toothpaste and toilet paper, South Africa's notorious "zama-zama" illegal miners continue a weeks-long standoff with police in the darkness of a disused gold mine.

The creators behind the viral TikTok account @lifeonfilm.27 give film cameras to strangers all over the world. In September, they handed one to one of the most powerful men in the world.

KPBS has compiled a list of resources to help San Diegans navigate the high cost of living in our region, related to housing, food, financial aid, child care, digital access and more.

As the new cases and related deaths fall in sub-Saharan Africa, the virus is rearing its head elsewhere. What's the cause? And the solution?

Cobby Brzeski is a multi-genre, multi-instrumental musical artist and songwriter originally from Naples, Florida, and is now based in San Diego, CA. Cobby’s firm grasp of harmony, playful melody writing, and charming voice has created new fresh new environment for jazz to shine once again. While mainly focused on Jazz in the Swing Idiom, Cobby’s is equally versed in a wide variety of musical genres ranging from Indie-Acoustic, R&B, Pop, etc.. Described as a vintage girl in a modern world, Cobby’s music possesses a natural gift for sensitive, relatable storytelling and is a blend of influences from Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Helen Forrest, The Andrew Sisters and others, twisted with modern influences like Jason Mraz, Cyrille Aimee, and Post Modern Jukebox. Cobby has performed her music all over the East Coast, California and has been gaining recognition as an emerging jazz artist. “She Is Determined To Write And Perform, And Anyone Who Hears Her Won’t Question Her Decision…” – Harriet Heithaus, Naples Daily News, USA Today Network (Naples chanteuse finds her future in past music) “Cobby Brzeski has an amazing youthful energy for someone so conversant with the tradition of jazz. Her distinctive and attractive voice, bebop-influenced flute playing, and unaffected songwriting gives the jazz world a jolt of fun that it desperately needs!” – David Thorne Scott, Vocal Professor at Berklee College of Music (www.davidthornescott.com) Stay Connected on Social Media | Instagram + Facebook

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. Journey to San Felipe and marvel at the otherworldly landscape of El Salar, formed where the ocean meets the land just north of the city. Next we delve into a salt mine tour. Jorge jumps into a salt pool for a unique floating experience. Later, visit Cristian’s distinctive hotel/glamping spot with creative construction and hospitality.

This year's Smithsonian Folklife Festival featured "Indigenous Voices of the Americas" and was full of surprises — like Bolivian women skateboarding in traditional garb — bowler hats and poofy skirts.

A brush fire created a large plume of smoke visible throughout much of San Diego.

A donation from an Encinitas resident could change the fate of an empty city-owned lot at the center of an affordable housing debate.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, Nov. 24, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Explore Cine Curto, a multifaceted destination. We talk with Martin Garza to uncover the historical significance of this place. Did you know this is where the papers were signed to make Baja California part of Mexico? Let's dive into this history.