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When the sun sets, the crew of the M/V Sam Simon takes to the deck to relax. The crew volunteers come from countries including France, Germany, Australia, the U.K. and Poland.

In Mexico, A Last-Ditch Effort To Save The Vaquita, On The Verge Of Extinction

There are only 30 of the small porpoise left, due to over-fishing in the waters of the Gulf of California. Efforts to save the vaquita have pitted environmentalists against fishermen.

Jaime Castañeda is the new associate artistic director at the La Jolla Playhouse.

La Jolla Playhouse Fills Leadership Post With Rising Latino Director

Jaime Castañeda will become the associate artistic director at La Jolla Playhouse. Castañeda is known for shepherding young, emerging talent to the stage, especially the work of Latino artists.

The exhibit "The Art of Comic-Con" offers a sneak peek at Michael Cho’s Comic-Con 2015 Souvenir Book cover, one of the process pieces appearing in the exhibition. This cover celebrates the 75th anniversary of Will Eisner’s The Spirit. THE SPIRIT and WILL EISNER are Registered Trademarks of Will Eisner Studios, Inc.

San Diego Central Library Hosts 'The Art of Comic-Con'

Comic-Con opens its archives for exhibit

In 2010 the Detroit Institute of Arts hosted the exhibit "Fakes, Forgeries, and Mysteries" — about how experts figure out whether artworks are authentic. Above, a painting titled <em>A Female Saint</em> (left) that was once attributed to Italian artist Sandro Botticelli is exhibited alongside <em>The Resurrected Christ</em> (right), a Botticelli painting from around 1480.

Could The Masterpiece Be A Fake? Profit, Revenge And 'The Art Of Forgery'

The art world is "fertile ground for criminals," says art scholar Noah Charney. In his new book, The Art of Forgery, he traces a tradition of fakes and forgeries that dates back to the Renaissance.

Justice Department Will Track Police Killings And Use Of Force

A pilot program could begin early next year. The announcement amplifies FBI Director James Comey's statement that the bureau is setting up a database that can track police killings.

Dan Meyer stands in front of the Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Boone, N.C., this past Sunday.

For This Christian N.C. Man, Candidates' 'Morality Issues' Give Pause

Dan Meyer has a strong faith and believes the country must return to biblical principles. For him, the 2016 election presents "a tough, tough choice."

San Diego County Supervisor Dave Roberts speaks to supporters at the Westin Gaslamp Hotel, Nov. 8, 2016.

Democrat Incumbent Supervisor Dave Roberts Holds Slight Lead As Vote Count Continues

The race for San Diego County Supervisor in the 3rd district remains close. Incumbent Democrat Dave Roberts leads with 51 percent of the vote over his challenger, Republican Kristin Gaspar’s 49 percent.

Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Vista) voted in favor of repealing the Affordable Care Act. He speaks to the media on election night at Golden Hall in downtown San Diego, Nov. 8, 2016.

Issa Maintains Lead In Race For 49th Congressional Seat

Rep. Darrell Issa seems to have retained his seat in San Diego's 49th District, following a close contest with retired Marine Col. Doug Applegate.

Musician Poncho Sanchez, pictured, is among the performers at the Imperial Avenue Street Festival.

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: From Street Festivals To 'Cabaret'

This weekend you'll find music in the streets, at the park and at the notorious Kit Kat Klub.

Host Jimmy Kimmel during his opening monologue at the 89th Annual Academy Awards.

Oscars 2017: Follow Our Live Coverage With Pop Culture Happy Hour

NPR's team of pop-culture commentators is live-blogging tonight's Academy Awards. Watch along.

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