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Game studios have cranked out surprising hits ranging from cooperative platformers to historical epics. NPR staff and contributors round up the latest from a promising 2025.

The fires burning across Los Angeles have affected tens of thousands of people, including athletes and staff for the city's sports teams. Pasadena's iconic Rose Bowl was under evacuation warning.

Journavx is the first truly new painkiller approved by the Food and Drug Administration in more than 20 years. But the drug is expensive, and many people can't get it yet.

Mothers and children, husbands and wives, doctors, truck drivers and religious leaders are all grappling with the fallout from the sudden U.S. cuts in aid.

It's impossible to predict what will happen in the NBA's conference finals matchups. But one thing is for certain: One long-suffering fanbase is about to have something to celebrate.

Cam Ward went from zero-star recruit to No. 1 pick in the NFL draft, and the Jacksonville Jaguars paid a ton use Cleveland's pick on Travis Hunter at No. 2. Colorado star Shedeur Sanders wasn't taken in the first round.

Get growing at The Nat's annual Garden Fair! Spend a day in the Museum's native garden, The Nature Trail, learning about our region's unique plants and their pollinators. Enjoy family-friendly activities, meet community partners, and learn about local conservation efforts, all while exploring the world of native plants and wildlife. This event is free and does not require Museum admission, though discounts will be offered to event participants who wish to explore inside the Museum. Visit: https://www.sdnhm.org/calendar/by-date?date=2025-06-21 The Nat on Instagram and Facebook

After receiving a letter from the California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the police department has vowed to stop sharing information gleaned from it’s Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) program.

The City of Carlsbad is bringing back the past at the Hot Rods & Cool Treats carnival and classic car show. Grab the family and come on out for some good old-fashioned fun. It’s an old-fashioned carnival at Pine Avenue Park with activities for the young and young at heart. Test your game skills in Can-Knock-Down, Ring Toss, Frog Hopper, and more. Enjoy crafts, face painting, and a Fun Zone. Build your own sundae at the ice cream bar and vote on your favorite car in the classic car show. Enjoy live music covering decades of sounds. Carnival tickets, food, and drinks are available for purchase at the event. How to enter your car: Cars are eligible to win in only one category. Entries will be limited to automobiles 25 years old or older, no buses or semi-trailer rigs. All participants will receive an event collectors dash plate. Awards will be given out in 11 categories: Best of show Best interior Best paint Best wooden car/wagon Most original car Kids’ choice Spectator’s choice Oldest car Best custom graphics Best muscle car Best convertible There is a maximum of 30 cars for this event. Entries will be taken in the order received. Entries must be received no later than Thursday, May 8, 2025. Visit: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/programs-and-events/special-events/hot-rods-cool-treats

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance is a 10-step form that does not require memorization and can be performed seated. This class emphasizes improving breath, mind, and body co-ordination/function to prevent falls while increasing safety in activities of daily living. Wear flat supportive shoes and loose comfortable clothing. Audience: Adults Location: Community Room Visit: Mission Valley Library