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Join fellow Museum members as we discuss "Saint Sebastian’s Abyss" by Mark Haber. Former best friends and rival art critics reunite after decades apart, drawn together by a mysterious nine-page email and the impending death of one of them. As one flies to Berlin, he reflects on the enigmatic Renaissance painting "Saint Sebastian’s Abyss"—the work that launched their careers, destroyed their friendship, and now frames this darkly comic meditation on art, obsession, and belief. A docent-lead tour relating to the book will follow. Coffee and light snacks will be served. Coffee and light snacks will be served. The book club will be followed by a docent-led tour of art works relating to the book. Please save your spot by Wednesday, November 5, by clicking on this link. Prior to entry all participants are required to check in at the SDMA rotunda admissions desk, after which you will meet in the Museum boardroom. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Vibes were all over the place during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival — the last held in Park City, Utah. These are the movies critic Aisha Harris loved.

— A special screening series celebrating of the life and work of Diane Keaton. — Synopsis: Raised in a strict Catholic family, Theresa (Diane Keaton) teaches deaf children during the day and cruises singles bars and discos at night. Theresa favors rough sex with random suitors, ignoring the advances of well-meaning but nerdy social worker James (William Atherton). Instead, Theresa pursues the likes of Tony (Richard Gere), whose threatening knife and swagger excite her. Theresa indulges in increasingly dangerous encounters, putting her life at risk. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz about the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in his state.

Lila Iké's full-length debut album, Treasure Self Love, has been nominated for a Grammy. Iké spoke to All Things Considered about being one of the only women ever to receive a nomination for best reggae album.

The university said it had also modified hundreds of courses and cancelled six in efforts to eliminate teaching related to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Sports officials say a Canadian coach manipulated the point system used by athletes to qualify for the Olympics. His move cost American sled racer Katie Uhlaender her trip to the Milan Cortina Games.

This mercury-containing compound, used as a vaccine preservative, is commonly used in lower-income countries — and deemed safe. The U.S. is now demanding that Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance stop using it.

Newsom argues Oz's claims are baseless and racially charged, harming Armenian businesses. Oz, linked to the Trump administration, has not commented.

"Breaking Into New Hollywood: Minari" (Q&A with costume designer Susanna Song) Fashion fans and aspiring costume designers: come join our 5th anniversary screening of "Minari"! The film will be followed by a conversation between "Minari‘s" costume designer Susanna Song and "Breaking Into New Hollywood" co-author Ada Tseng. Synopsis: A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home. For the 1980s costumes, costume designer Susanna Song drew on her own Korean American immigrant family, who moved to California in the late seventies. She combed through old family photo albums to capture the textures, colors and silhouettes of that era. Working closely with director Lee Isaac Chung, actor Steven Yeun, and producer Christina Oh, she built nostalgic wardrobes that included Jacob’s red hat, Monica’s blue blouse and polka-dot skirt and young David’s cowboy boots. About Susanna Song: Susanna Song is a Korean American costume designer best known for her work designing the Oscar-winning film "Minari" and season 2 of A24’s/Netflix’s hit series "Mo." Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, she began her career in the fashion industry before discovering her passion for costume design at the Falcon Theatre (now the Garry Marshall Theatre). Song went on to design for music videos, commercials, and films, before joining the costume teams of TV shows including "The Goldbergs," "Schooled," "American Horror Stories" and "Afterparty" en route to becoming a TV designer in her own right. About Ada Tseng: Ada Tseng is the co-author of "Breaking Into New Hollywood: A Career Guide to a Changing Industry." She co-hosts the Asian American pop culture history podcast, "Saturday School," with San Diego Asian Film Festival Artistic Director Brian Hu. A former editor of the Los Angeles Times, she has reported on entertainment, mental health, and e-commerce for publications including National Geographic, Women’s Wear Daily, The Washington Post and Public Radio International. About "Breaking Into New Hollywood": For the millions seeking to pursue their Hollywood dreams, "Breaking Into New Hollywood" (published by The Los Angeles Times and Simon & Schuster) is the definitive guide to breaking into the entertainment industry that explores and demystifies dozens of careers from pre-production to post-production. Ada Tseng and Jon Healey co-authored the book, and Song’s advice is featured in the chapter about how to become a costume designer. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram