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New Hampshire is proud to hold the first in the nation primary for presidential elections. But in an age of social media and cable news, can a state election still make a national difference?

Talk of a possible deal comes as Palestinian health officials say Israeli fire hit another hospital in Gaza, and dozens of premature infants from Al-Shifa hospital are evacuated to Egypt.

This lecture illuminates the history behind the stories of tortured Christians seen on one of the treasures of the Timken, a small double-sided 15th century icon. One painting depicts forty Roman soldiers being martyred for their Christian beliefs in the fourth century as they were forced to stand barefoot in a freezing lake. The icon's reverse depicts the famous Old Testament story of Four Men in the Fiery Furnace from the book of Daniel. Join us in this virtual experience for some interesting historical sleuthing! Florence Gillman, PhD, STD. has been a Docent at the Timken since 2022 and a member of USD’s faculty since 1986. She previously served as Chair of the Department of Theology and Religious Studies, Coordinator of the Program in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Coordinator of the Program in Classics. Speaker: Florence Gillman, Timken Docent and Professor Emerita, Theology and Religious Studies, USD Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86148328476?pwd=UmpTRGhYZS9UQnAxeHd6aHpCbENFdz09 For more information visit: timkenmuseum.org Connect on Social Media Facebook

Neighbors of the Brother Benno Foundation in Oceanside want it removed from the Industrial Park it’s been operating in for more than 30 years. In other news, San Diego County paid nearly $4 million recently to settle wrongful discrimination lawsuits by two former deputy public defenders. Plus, we hear about the life of an ambassador for the San Diego Opera, who died recently.

Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024 at 9:50 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. The award-winning film from the last international journalists inside the Russian siege of Mariupol. An extraordinary account, seen through the lens of the AP's Mstyslav Chernov and two colleagues documenting the atrocities and their own escape.

Two occupants in the vehicle that exploded at the Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, N.Y., are both dead, officials said. "At this time there is no indication of a terrorist attack," the governor said.

Under an extension of a temporary cease-fire, Hamas freed 12 more hostages on Tuesday, including 10 Israelis and two foreign nationals, Israel's military said. About 160 hostages remain in captivity.

Opening Reception for "Color Scheming", an Art Exhibition displaying over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Reception will also feature a special showcase of original art and photography by over 20 creative emerging artists from the Just in Time Foster Youth Group, a non-profit organization that provides services and support to youth that have timed out of the foster care system. Both Exhibitions run until July 1. The Gallery is open Wednesday - Sunday, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit here for more information. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Librarians know trivia - do you? Come on down to Storyhouse Spirits, located just across the street from the Downtown Central Library, and put your trivia skills to the test. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

National Security Council officials welcomed recently-arrived Afghans and local volunteers helping them, at the White House last week. In other news, the San Diego Community College District has changed its policy on required COVID vaccinations for employees, with plans to rehire those who were terminated. Plus, we have details on what you need to know before heading to the Carlsbad Flower Fields.