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When Sergei Sviderskii fled the Russian draft, he hoped to find a new home with his sister's family in Encinitas.

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the song "Farrah Fawcett Hair" and the shows Blue Eye Samurai and Ghosts UK.

A South African corrections board found the athlete had met the minimum parole requirements after serving half of his 13-year sentence for murder.

San Diego, May 10, 2023 - The San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts (SDSCPA) invites the public to attend its Sapphire Anniversary Benefit on June 17 at Humphrey's by the Bay to celebrate 45 years of excellence in arts education. The semi-formal event includes a three-course meal, drinks, live musical performances by the students of SDSCPA, dancing, and a silent and live auction. Tickets are available for purchase on the Friends of SCPA (FOSCPA) website at $180 per person, $1,800 for tables seating ten in prime locations, and $2,800 for VIP corporate sponsorship tables. Proceeds from the benefit will directly support continued arts education at SDSCPA. This year's event promises to be a memorable and inspiring evening, showcasing the incredible talent of SDSCPA students, and paying tribute to two of SDSCPA's most beloved former faculty members, Judi Quiett and Gail McKinney, who have been instrumental in shaping the school's legacy of excellence in arts education. This event is an opportunity to come together to support the next generation of artists and creative thinkers and to celebrate the impact that SDSCPA has had on the lives of students and the broader community. As California’s only tuition-free, audition-only performing arts school, SDSCPA is unique in its commitment to providing a transformative arts education to students from all over San Diego County. Over 70% of SDSCPA students come from lower-income households, and the school serves over 80+ zip codes in southern California. SDSCPA is a public magnet school for artistically passionate students in grades 6-12. The school is committed to nurturing excellence in arts and academics through a rigorous dual curriculum, and to providing a culturally relevant and diverse learning environment that celebrates the diversity of its students. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The human brain has to perform a tricky balancing act to fight the lure of a discount. Companies know this and use many tricks to push our buttons. But there's a way to outsmart them.

In an extreme example of resistance to progressive prosecutors, a St. Louis police officer is refusing to testify in murder cases he investigated, even though he believes the defendants are guilty.

A new peer-reviewed study finds that island habitats impact the ocean that’s around them.

After Oklahoma Republicans targeted public school lessons on race and gender, some Black teachers and parents in Tulsa have banded together to ensure their kids still get honest Black history.

I Love A Clean San Diego is thrilled to invite you to our Spring Social! We will celebrate three Creek to Bay site captains, share the impact of ILACSD, and provide exciting updates for the year ahead. The evening will include opportunity drawings, bringing environmental stewards like you under one roof, and the release of Duck Foot Brewing’s “I Love A Clean IPA” brew. For more information visit: cleansd.org Stay Connected on Social Media I Love a Clean San Diego: Facebook

The CWM Music on the Move series commences with the captivating tale of Ali Paris, an acclaimed and award-winning Palestinian musician renowned for his mastery of the qanun, an Arab zither, and his soulful vocal performances. At this event, Ali Paris takes us on a remarkable journey from his homeland to the US, where he sought out artistic and educational opportunities by attending the prestigious Berklee College of Music and furthering his musical career. The presentation includes a moving testimonial and a captivating musical live performance by Ali and his all-star ensemble. The event is hosted at the Mingei International Museum alongside the 25 Million Stitches exhibit highlighting the global refugee crisis through art. Ali’s musical journey shines a light on the hurdles he encountered as a young, gifted musician seeking musical opportunities outside of his homeland. While not himself a refugee, his story is one of perseverance and hope that resonates with many refugee and migrant stories. Ali Paris’s unwavering commitment to showcasing Arabic music in collaborations with international artists from diverse musical backgrounds and genres, such as Alicia Keys, Alejandro Sanz, and Bobby McFerrin, sends a powerful message of community, empowerment, and hope to those who have encountered similar struggles. For more information visit: mingei.org Stay Connected on Social Media Ali Paris: Instagram / Facebook Center for World Music: Instagram / Facebook Mingei International Museum: Instagram / Facebook 25 Million Stitches: Instagram / Facebook