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It was a night of few surprises, but felt triumphant nonetheless. Here's what NPR pop culture critics had to say as they watched the 96th Academy Awards — from red carpet to the final winners.

From lack of snow to wildfires, a record-warm winter had impacts across the country. Scientists say winters are warming faster than any other season in the U.S.

A glimpse at the world of women bullfighters in Mexico City, as the spectacle makes its return two years after a judge banned it — generating excitement from fans and criticism over animal cruelty.

The state of Israeli society, five months after the Oct. 7 attack, is crucial to understanding where the Israel-Hamas conflict might lead. Here are five ways Israel has been transformed.

Director: Eric Rohmer | Runtime: 113 minutes | Year: 1996 | Rating: UR | Country: France | Language: French w/ English subtitles | Fiction Genre: Drama, Comedy According to Rohmer, the third film of the “Tales of the Four Seasons” is his “most personal vehicle.” Based on events from Rohmer’s youth, "A Tale of Summer" follows amateur musician Gaspard (Melvil Poupard) to a seaside resort in Dinard, on the coast of Brittany. There three women (Amanda Langlet, Gwenaëlle Simon, Aurelia Nolin) each offer the possibility of romance, but Gaspard’s inability to commit to just one places all of his chances at love in jeopardy. Summer features Rohmer’s wistful observations on indecisiveness and the fickle nature of desire, as brought to life by a talented young cast in a picturesque setting.

Director: Lo Wei | Runtime: 100 minutes | Year: 1971 | Rating: UR | Country: Hong Kong | Language: Mandarin, Cantonese, Thai w/ English subtitles| Fiction Genre: Fiction, Action Tagline: Enter a legend. Bruce Lee’s return to the Hong Kong film industry after a decade in America proved to be his big breakthrough, launching him to instant superstardom and setting a new standard for kung fu heroics. He commands the screen with his gravitas and explosive physicality in the role of a Chinese immigrant working at a Thai ice factory and sworn to an oath of nonviolence. When he discovers that the factory’s ruthless higher-ups are running a secret heroin ring and offing their own workers, his commitment to pacifism is put to the test. With his undeniable charisma and fluid, lightning-fast martial arts style, Lee is a revelation, streaking across the screen with a speed and power the likes of which had never been seen before. Part of the Hong Kong Quarter in Film Geeks SD’s Back In Action Series.

Join us for a social neighborhood cleanup event to celebrate Plastic Free July, co-hosted by The Mighty Bin and Bivouac Ciderworks! Join us for a rewarding morning of cleaning, socializing, and making a positive impact on our community and the environment. Bring Your Own Supplies: We encourage all attendees to bring their own buckets, gloves, and trash pickers to help clean up the neighborhood effectively. However, if you don't have these supplies, don't worry! We will have some available for you to borrow, thanks to North Park Main Street. Light Breakfast Provided: Thank you to Nomad Donuts, who is generously providing bagels & cream cheese for the first 30 volunteers. Come early to get a light breakfast before heading out. Discounts and Offers: Bivouac, known for its delicious ciders and commitment to sustainability, will offer a 20% discount on food and beverages on the cleanup day. Treat yourself to some refreshing drinks and tasty treats after our hard work. The Mighty Bin, San Diego’s first zero waste grocery store, will offer a special 20% in-store discount to all volunteers. After the cleanup, head to The Mighty Bin to get all your plastic-free, package-free, organic, local and non-toxic food, personal care, and household products. Located at 2855 El Cajon Blvd Suite 4, San Diego, CA 92104. Plastic Free July: Plastic Free July is a global movement encouraging individuals and communities to reduce their plastic consumption and waste. By participating in this cleanup event, you're actively contributing to this essential initiative and showing your commitment to a cleaner future. We look forward to seeing you on July 29!

Come gather in community around the fire-pit circle the last Sunday of each month. Come late afternoon to enjoy the peaceful land at Surprise Farm Retreat Center for a walkabout and some solitude. Feel free to grab a book from the library, meditate in the meditation garden, enjoy the sunset... Around sunset, we'll build and start the fire. Grandfather fire invites story telling and community. Bring a poem, song, drum, guitar, musical instrument, story, snacks and a beverage or two! Come enjoy listening and sharing in a non-judgmental and intentional community amongst the serene land and nature.

Join The Forum Carlsbad and San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum at Discovery Days this summer. Guests can enjoy five rotating, hands-on, mobile, innovative exhibits in the garden area, designed to engage families in exciting STEM based learning challenges. The exhibit descriptions are below: Rigamajig: This set of wooden planks, wheels, pulleys, nuts, bolts and rope allows children to learn about engineering and craftsmanship through play. Children get a chance to use their hands and problem solve to build anything they can imagine. Light Wall: Experiment with light and design using giant, colored pegs on the light wall. Literacy, shapes, patterns and more are reinforced with this hands-on exhibit. Imagination Playground: Discover the fundamentals of architecture using large foam blocks. Children’s collaboration skills will be put to the test as they work together to complete challenges. Snap Circuits: Snap Circuits is a kit with pieces that snap together to create complete circuits. Children and grownups can easily follow projects to light up a light bulb, make a fan spin, and even create noise with a speaker. This exhibit is a great way for children to learn about electricity, engineering and circuits. Wind Tunnel: This exhibit allows children to experiment with aerodynamics. They will explore how lift, drag and air pressure affect a flying object. Little ones will launch a scarf into the wind tunnel and watch as it floats to the top or gets stuck at the bottom. Ramps: Playing with ramp systems helps children explore and discover how structure affects elevation, speed, distance and motion. This collection of loose parts can be combined in many ways — making the construction possibilities endless. Coding: With colored markers, paper and Ozobots, children discover the magic of coding. Little robots will teach kids about computer engineering, robotics, and the importance of testing and improving their designs. For more information, visit here!

Learn about lifestyle changes and habits that everyone can use to maintain a healthy brain. Connect with Valencia Park/Malcolm X Branch Library on Facebook!