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"The American Revolution" documentary series by Ken Burns premieres Nov. 16. Two San Diego professors sat down with KPBS' Amita Sharma to discuss what the American Revolution still teaches us today.

Each year more than 5 million Americans are diagnosed with heart valve disease. Attend a free online presentation by Sharp HealthCare to learn about heart valve disease risk factors, symptoms, and the innovative treatment options.

November 13 is World Kindness Day. Its goal is to encourage acts of kindness. (After all, one kind day is better than none.) Here's a look at the nature and nurturing of human kindness.

Artists including Lorde, Björk and Massive Attack have joined an international initiative to geo-block their music from being streamed in Israel.

Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.

The first ever disruption to the nation's largest anti-hunger program came as a shock. It's shaken trust in the program for some and stoked concern that it could happen again.

Join us for a lecture by Olivia Zen Joseph, curator of "Layered Narratives," developed during their time at Mingei as the Quilt Fellow. This talk explores how quilts from the era and firsthand accounts of Black American experiences reframe the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition — the United States’ first World’s Fair. While the Centennial aimed to celebrate national identity and innovation, the lecture sheds light on the overlooked contributions and voices of Black women and the Black community, expanding understanding of this historic event through stories too often left untold. Olivia Zen Joseph is a Program Coordinator at the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino and the curator of "Layered Narratives: Quilted Stories of Gender & Race at the 1876 Centennial." Drawn to interpretation, history, and storytelling, they are passionate about uncovering the complex meanings and histories embedded in art and objects. Olivia entered the museum field through an internship in Collections Management and Conservation at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Looking ahead, they plan to pursue a degree in Library and Information Science with the goal of becoming an archivist. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

In Oceanside, California, Matsu hosted a rare evening of cultural exchange: a six-course tasting menu by chef William Eick paired with sake from Koedo Kagamiyama, the only brewery of its kind in Kawagoe, Saitama. Leading the pairings was Akihiro Igarashi, the brewery’s president, who oversaw its remarkable revival. A Brewery Reborn First founded in 1875, Koedo Kagamiyama once flourished as part of Kawagoe’s proud brewing tradition. After closing in 2000, it seemed lost—until its rebirth in 2007, defying Japan’s near-impossible licensing climate. Today, the brewery stands alone in Kawagoe, a town known as Koedo (“Little Edo”) for its preserved Edo-era charm. At the heart of its identity is Sake Musashi, a rice variety unique to Saitama. Cultivated with local farmers, it yields pure, expressive sake that has garnered national recognition, including a Gold Medal at the Japan Sake Awards. For this collaboration, Chef Eick crafted a six-course tasting menu that echoed the same philosophy of respect for terroir. Musashi Junmai with scallop and melon ponzu, a meeting of briny sweetness and refreshing acidity. Tobindori Shizuku Daiginjo with uni French toast and whisky nikiri, showcasing richness against delicacy. Musashi Daiginjo with sheepshead and banana curry, a pairing of layered umami and tropical notes. Wine Yeast Junmai with yellowtail, apple, and carrot, where fruit-driven aromatics mirrored the plate. Omachi Tokubetsu with lamb, honey, and grape, a dialogue of savory depth and gentle sweetness. Wine Yeast Junmai with sweet potato, ratafia, and kokuto, closing the meal in balance and warmth. Visit: https://www.eatatmatsu.com/reservations Matsu on Instagram and Facebook

"Major threat" for Best Doc Oscar – The Hollywood Reporter "Scrupulous, powerful... too significant to ignore." – The Los Angeles Times "Coolly damning... shrewdly edited. A welcome addition to the historically grounded rebukes to Riefenstahl and her apologists." – The New York Times German Currents Kino screenings will take place on Friday, September 19 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, September 21 at 3 p.m. German Currents Kino screenings are made possible with the support of the Goethe-Institut Los Angeles. Filmmaker and Nazi propagandist Leni Riefenstahl is considered one of the most controversial women of the 20th century. Her films Triumph of the Will and Olympia are defined by their fascist aesthetics, perfectly-staged body worship, and the celebration of all that is "superior" and victorious, simultaneously projecting contempt for the imperfect and weak. But Riefenstahl – who first broke into the German film industry as an actress – spent decades after the war denying her association with Nazi ideology, and claiming ignorance of the Holocaust. How did she become the Reich's preeminent filmmaker if she was just a hired hand? Riefenstahl examines this question using never-before-seen documents from Leni Riefenstahl's estate, including private films, photos, recordings and letters, uncovering fragments of her biography and placing them in an extended historical context. During her long life after the fall of Nazism, she remained unapologetic, managing to control and shape her legacy; in personal documents, she mourns her "murdered ideals." Meanwhile, her work would experience a renaissance, gaining esteem for its masterful technical skill. Today, Riefenstahl's aesthetics are more present than ever. Is that also true for their message? In an era where fascism is on the rise again, fake news is prevalent, and the meaning of political imagery is constantly dissected and debated, Andres Veiel's mesmerizing new film shows that Leni Reifenstahl is more relevant than ever. Visit: German Currents Kino Presents 'Riefenstahl' Digital Gym CINEMA on Instagram and Facebook

Sharp Healthcare is taking over Tri-City's hospital. While some details still need to be finalized, the core aspects of the deal are in place.