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The Fleet Science Center is proud to announce A Celebration of Science, a new public event taking place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fleet in Balboa Park. Originally developed in collaboration with the National Science Foundation (NSF) as part of its 75th anniversary, the event will move forward despite the recent termination of two federally funded NSF grants: “STEM in Your Neighborhood” (SiYN), a $3.7 million dollar grant for efforts in Southeastern San Diego, and subsequent $100,000 NSF event grant. A Celebration of Science will feature community partners, hands-on activities, over 100 interactive exhibits, and multiple screenings of the documentary film "Flight of the Butterflies" in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater. “This is not the news we hoped to share,” said Dr. Mwenda KudumuBiggs, Vice President of Community Service and Engagement at the Fleet Science Center. “But the Fleet and our SiYN grant partners remain committed to working together to connect everyone in our community to the power of science." Due to the termination of funding, the event will not be free, but the Fleet is offering a significantly reduced admission of $5 dollars to ensure broad community access. Internal resources and resilient community partnerships will make this family friendly celebration possible. “For the last 12 years the Fleet has worked with communities from Escondido to San Ysidro, and they all have stories to tell about science and scientists in their neighborhoods,” KudumuBiggs continued. “With funding being cut and scientific research being publicly devalued, these community stories are more important than ever to inspire the next generation of scientists. A Celebration of Science is our way of celebrating those stories and standing strong for the future we believe in.” The Fleet invites you to ignite your curiosity as we experiment, explore and celebrate science together at this inspiring new event. Event details and ticket information are available now at fleetscience.org. Fleet Science Center on Instagram / Facebook / X

Foster + Partners architecture firm beat out four competitors to design the memorial, which will also feature statues of the queen and her husband, Prince Philip.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei acknowledged that "thousands" have been killed in protests that began in late December. But he put the blame on President Trump.

Get ready for Family Fun Day! Join San Elijo Lagoon Rangers and Nature Collective Ambassadors for an exciting, family-friendly adventure. San Elijo Lagoon is abuzz with pollinators! Explore the different types of birds, butterflies, bees, and beetles, pollinating the lagoon’s diverse flowers. Plus, create and take home a pollinator craft! Rangers and Ambassadors will also share cool tips on how to help protect Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) like the San Elijo Lagoon. Don't miss out! Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. All ages (best-suited for children aged 9-years and younger) Accessible Trail – Registration Requested Visit: Nature Collective Hosts Family Fun Day Nature Collective on Instagram and Facebook

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: "Deceived" at The Old Globe, Perseid meteor shower, Las Hermanas Iglesias, dance photography, live music, Shobha Rao, zines and more.

Monarch butterflies with more white spots on their mostly orange-and-black wings are more successful at long-distance migration. Some scientists think the spots may affect airflow around their wings.

Stream now with KPBS Passport on KPBS+ / Watch Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore Saturday, April 4 at 6 p.m. on KPBS TV. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces actors Debra Messing and Melanie Lynskey to their roots, telling stories of ancestors who made bold decisions that reshaped their families—and unwittingly transformed the lives of their descendants.

The garden began in 1999 as a project to educate San Diego County residents about water conservation.

The king's visit is being seen in Canada as an opportunity for the nation to bolster its sovereignty amid threats by President Trump to turn the United States' northern neighbor into the 51st state.

The protests began due to economic pressures, with Iran's currency rapidly depreciating. Demonstrators have also chanted against the country's theocracy.