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Vista Hill's Council on Mental Health Luncheon, presented by Molly’s Angels Foundation, will feature a conversation with Shankar Vedantam (Shankar pronounced to rhyme with “Bunker” and Vedantam is pronounced Vay-THARN-thm), host of the popular podcast and show "Hidden Brain." Shankar and the event moderators, Vista Hill Medical Director, Dr. Charmi Patel-Rao, and Emmy-award winning Broadcast Journalist, Sandra Maas will discuss a slew of topics related to modern mental health challenges including aging, loneliness, stress and well-being, and the role of hope and optimism in combating the rise of cynicism.

NPR's staff traveled a lot in 2025. From a Mardi Gras workshop to a festival celebrating the mythical Mothman, here are some places and events we thought you might want to check out, too.

In its push for more immigrant detention space, the Trump administration is reopening shuttered prisons in several states. Many of these facilities closed amid allegations of abuse and mismanagement.

TYP is holding auditions for "Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812," our first show of the 2026 season, on Monday, November 10 from 4:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. at our rehearsal space at 7960 University Ave, Suite 240/250, La Mesa CA 91942. Callbacks are by invitation only on Tuesday, November 11 from 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. This show is for actors 12 years old and older. To register for an audition time, please email your headshot and resume to Jessica at jessica@typsandiego.org. Please prepare a one-minute song selection in a musical theater style. You will sing with a backing track that you provide. NO cappella auditions. Please check-in 15 minutes prior to your audition time. We will consider video auditions. **If you have been in one of our shows over the past year, then you are not required to audition. However, you must send us an email indicating your interest. You will be invited straight to callbacks. We are looking for a diverse cast to bring this popular musical to life. We will consider double casting some of the roles if needed. Please let us know if you are interested in splitting a role with another actor. The rehearsal and show schedule are below. Actors are allowed two conflicts, but we prefer they not have any conflicts. You are not allowed to have a conflict the two week before tech or during tech week. There is a production fee of $350 for company members, $425 for non-company members, and parents are required to volunteer at the box office for two performances. If you have any questions, then please contact Jessica at jessica@typsandiego.org. Show Dates: Friday, 3/6 at 7pm Saturday, 3/7 at 7pm Sunday, 3/8 at 3pm Friday, 3/13 at 7pm Saturday, 3/14 at 7pm Sunday, 3/15 at 3pm Friday, 3/20 at 7pm Saturday, 3/21 at 7pm Sunday, 3/22 at 3pm Friday, 3/27 at 7pm Saturday, 3/28 at 7pm Sunday, 3/29 at 3pm Rehearsal Dates: 1/10 Saturday 12pm-6pm 1/11 Sunday 3pm-8pm 1/17 Saturday 12pm-5pm 1/18 Sunday 3pm-8pm 1/24 Saturday 12pm-6pm 1/25 Sunday 3pm-8pm 1/31 Saturday 12pm-6pm 2/1 Sunday 3pm-8pm 2/7 Saturday 12pm-6pm 2/8 Sunday 3pm-8pm 2/14 Saturday 12pm-6pm 2/15 Sunday 3pm-8pm 2/21 Saturday 12pm-5pm 2/22 Sunday 3pm-8pm 2/28 Saturday 12pm-6pm 3/1 Sunday 3pm-8pm Tech rehearsal: 3/2 Monday 4:30pm-8:30pm 3/3 Tuesday 4:30pm-8:30pm 3/4 Wednesday 4:30pm-8:30pm 3/5 Thursday 4:30pm-8:30pm Conflicts are not allowed 2/21-3/5. Please do not audition for this show if you have conflicts during this time period. Theater for Young Professionals on Facebook / Instagram

An inewsource/KPBS analysis found San Diego officials have been approving short-term rental licenses on properties that aren’t eligible.

Come sing, dance, and act as you perform in "Moana Jr.", based on the popular DISNEY movie! This class is open for kids 7-14 years old and are taught by award winning theater professionals. This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, "Moana Jr." is sure to bring out the hero within each of us. Auditions and callbacks will be on the first day of rehearsal, so you will leave knowing your role! Every person will have a named role and lines. Space is limited to 35 people on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition is $395 and we offer sibling discounts. (Company members-$300) Thursdays 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Visit: https://typsandiego.org/classes-and-auditions TYP on Instagram and Facebook

The Trump administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion that includes medium-range missiles, howitzers and drones, a move that is sure to infuriate China.

The San Diego Unified elementary school delivered free gifts and brought a surprise guest to make some holiday wishes come true.

Famous for baby boxes and expansive pro-family policies, Finland continues to see one of the lowest birth rates in Europe, as a case study in how policy solutions may not address the population shift.

The city staff recommended the June date based on "significant cost savings" for holding the special election the same day as the statewide primary.