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Sign painter and content creator Koy Sun argues that choosing the slower path — whether through art, storytelling or supporting local businesses — can be a powerful way to challenge the status quo. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe talk about how the festival is celebrating Filipino culture, community and history. Then, Midday Movies discusses Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey." And, we share our top arts event picks for the weekend.
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The Wet Hot American Summer director talks about his new film, Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, and why he's still making comedies with the friends he met in college. -
It's old-school, swords-and-sandals cinema, yet still modern and richly satisfying.
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You could look at Foreign Tongues, the Rolling Stones' 25th album, as a tour of the group's musical variations. But it mixes reliable fun and remarkable energy with a generous attitude toward aging. -
Ten photographers share their favorite memories from the 2026 Tiny Desk Contest On The Road tour, which was headlined by this year's winner, the Dallas hip-hop group Cure for Paranoia.
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We finally find Aemond. Meanwhile, Alicent and Helaena are doing a little too well trying not to be found. -
Founder Jamie Broadnax said the meetup celebrates Black women in fandom while welcoming anyone who loves geek culture.
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Top 10 arts events in San Diego this weekend: Skateboarding at the border, 'Final Fantasy' and PrideThis weekend in the arts in San Diego: "Boarder Crossings" at Centro Cultural de la Raza; the music of "Final Fantasy"; a 19th-century teenage girl genius in "Arcadia" at Cygnet Theatre; Puccini in opera and ballet forms; San Diego Pride weekend; Alex Lahey at Soda Bar and more. -
The San Diego Black Arts and Culture District is reviving the spirit of the historic Encanto Street Fair with the Encanto Block Party Music Festival, celebrating local artists, businesses and community.
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A clinical psychologist shares effective strategies to quickly de-escalate stress and anxiety. That includes dunking your head into a bowl of ice water to trigger your mammalian dive reflex. -
With President Trump in attendance, an all-superstar lineup that included Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Burna Boy felt a little more political than it might have otherwise. -
In 1994, the last men's World Cup the U.S. hosted sparked soccer fever, from youth leagues to TV broadcasts to the formation of MLS. Now, can MLS harness this World Cup for a new generation of fans? -
Spain's run to the title was a defensive masterclass, with wins over four of the world's top ten teams. They are the first World Cup champion to win the title while only conceding a single goal. -
Kerr announced his bid to break the world record months in advance, and pulled off the plan in London on Saturday.
Latest Arts Events
Artist Alliance Journaling for Creatives: What is your “Why” Statement?
Monday, July 20, 2026 from 10 AM to 12 PM
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SD Squares- San Diego Square Dance
Monday, July 20, 2026 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM
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San Diego Central Public Library
Free
'Begin Again:' San Diego Sessions
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 7 PM
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Old Globe Copley Plaza
Free
Spreckels Organ Society’s 38th San Diego International Summer Organ Festival with Isabelle Demers
Monday, July 20, 2026 from 7:30 PM to 9 PM
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Spreckels Organ Pavilion
Free
San Diego Humane Society's 2027 Photo Fundraiser
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6 AM
Ongoing until August 31, 2026
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The Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2026
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The Margot Hotel
La Jolla GPS-guided Walking Tour: Must-see Sights with a La Jolla Local
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
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Various Locations in La Jolla
$14.99-$19.99
Carlsbad GPS-guided Walking Tour: The Village by the Sea
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 8 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2027
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Various Locations in Carlsbad
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