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His policies are picking winners and losers — and blurring the lines between business and government.

A northern English town loses its best choral singers to fighting in World War I but finds new hope in a time of loss through music in Nicholas Hytner's new film "The Choral," featuring Ralph Fiennes.

A sampling of the stories NPR staff believe made some of the deepest ripples this year — reminders of what rigorous, compassionate journalism can do, and why the work remains as urgent as ever.

This weekend in the arts: Ewa Słapa at Best Practice; curtains rise at The Joan; City Ballet's Sinatra-themed dance; plus indie rock and more live music.

On September 4 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Hello Mazda of San Diego is hosting a test drive event at James Madison High School as part of its Be Moved Drive Program. This program is designed to deliver substantial donations to individual schools and their unique programs through dealer-hosted test-drive events. The San Diego community ages 18+ with a valid US driver’s license are invited to ride and drive a Mazda vehicle to earn a $50 donation for James Madison High School - up to $10,000! The funds will benefit the school’s Automotive Technology Program, helping students discover what inspires them so they can do more of what moves them. Education plays a crucial role in empowering students, and this program is one way Mazda is investing in students and uplifting the community. James Madison High School focuses on preparing students for a specific trade or occupation. The students in this pathway can apply and extend concepts studied in their math and science classes to the automotive technology industry in the school’s state of the art eight bay automotive shop. The Mazda Be Moved funding will help pay stipends for student internships with their local dealers. They will also use the funds to purchase shop shirts and a series of patches for each certification that students can earn. Walk-ups are welcome, register on site during the event. James Madison HS is located at 4833 Doliva Dr, San Diego, CA 92117.

Located above the Flower Fields, ArtWalk Carlsbad is back for its 6th year, bringing fine art, live music, and interactive art experiences, offered free to attendees. In a venue overlooking the ocean, guests can explore different facets of art, while enjoying beautiful coastal views. The weekend-long festival focuses on fine art for sale by local artists, as well as those who travel from all over the U.S. and Mexico to show and sell their work. The event will display every medium of art, including painting, sculpture, glass work, fine jewelry, photography and more. More than 150 fine artists’ work will be featured, along with interactive art for families at KidsWalk, a full palette of musical performers, food trucks and stands, and more. The event will be fenced, even though admission is free; the fence allows attendees to enjoy beer and wine (to those 21-years and over), while strolling around the event, rather than having to remain in a Beer Garden. New this year, there will be a pavilion, sponsored by Wilsey Asset Management, to offer shade for the warm early fall weekend. It will be located in the middle of the event, adjacent to the Beer Garden and midway music stage, providing some additional seating. For more details on ArtWalk and its programs, please visit www.artwalksandiego.org. ArtWalk San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Welcome to Le Salon de Musiques — a concert experience unlike any other. You will feel the essence of chamber music. Up-close seating allows you to enjoy music the way it was meant to be shared. Following the concert, meet the artists and fellow concertgoers while savoring a high tea buffet catered by The French Gourmet. It’s an afternoon you will not soon forget, an experience that will enrich your life unlike any other form of entertainment. It takes place at the La Jolla Woman's Club. Grand Opening: Sunday, October 12, at 4 p.m. (Including high tea buffet with French Champagne after the performance) Program: Introduced by musicologist Adam Gilbert - L. Beethoven: Piano Quartet No.3 in C Major WoO 36 - F. Mendelssohn: Piano Quartet No.2 in F Minor Op 2 - A. Foote: Piano Quartet No.1 in C Major Op 23 "Us Premiere" Performed by: The Topelli Trio with special guest Grammy Award winner violist Jaime Amador - Limor Toren-immerman, violin - Jaime Amador, viola - Thomas Loewenheim, cello - Peter Klimo, piano Tickets ($69-$120) available at: www.LeSalondeMusiques.com Or by phone: (310) 498 0257 Le Salon de Musiques on Facebook

Join us for a collaborative event that features Soul Sunday hosted at MCASD. This is an all-ages, family friendly music event consisting of a live DJ set and the Soul Sunday band. We will also be launching a limited edition collaboration from Soul Sunday, Heron Hues, and The Shop alongside a curated selection of items. We encourage arriving early to visit our galleries or grab food and refreshments at The Kitchen. Schedule 2 p.m.: DJ Set 3 p.m.: Soul Sunday Band Set About Soul Sunday Soul Sunday is an intimate concert event thoughtfully curated on a Sunday of every month in San Diego, and it showcases local neo-soul, funk, and jazz artists. They aim to give exposure and create a platform for local artists to showcase their talents while paying them to play instead of vice versa. This philosophy, coupled with supporting local non-profits, allows Soul Sunday to foster community and grow the diverse culture of our fine city. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with KPBS listener Tony Mangina of San Diego, California, along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Hear from longtime attendees who have covered Comic-Con in various ways — reporting on major headlines and spotlighting independent artists and creators — and what they think makes the pop culture juggernaut special.