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Imran Ahmed, CEO and founder of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, is lobbying for tech companies to release data on how their algorithms and content enforcement work. He also urges people to put down their devices and "touch grass."

Black and Caribbean cosplayers are redefining what community looks like at New York Comic Con.

TwitchCon returns to San Diego for its 10th anniversary. Here’s what to expect.

According to Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer's office, the proposed Behavioral Health Wellness Campus "will serve as the region's `Care Before Crisis hub,"' and replace "fragmented, emergency-driven responses with a connected continuum of treatment that reduces ER overuse, prevents homelessness and improves public safety."

"Homegrown ArtBeat (HART)" is an immersive, one-night celebration of San Diego’s creative heartbeat. It is not just an art show—it’s a living, breathing experience of San Diego’s creative pulse. We invite you to step into the variety and vibrancy of San Diego’s art scene—not as a spectator, but as part of it. Through painting, photography, sculpture, textile arts, interactive performance, and live music, the event reveals how deeply art lives in our everyday surroundings, often unnoticed. We live among artists, stories, and expression every day. This night is about making that visible—so you leave not just inspired, but more awake to the creative richness around you all the time. Event Details Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025 Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Location: Union Hall Gallery 2323 Broadway #201, San Diego, CA 92102 (Golden Hill) The Vibe Come as you are. "HART" is a casual, vibrant soirée where you’re not just a guest—you’re part of the creative current. Sip something local, engage with artists, explore bold new work, and let the night move you. San Diego Art Directory on Facebook / Instagram

With ACA tax credits set to expire, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen says premiums are "doubling, tripling" and warns "millions" could lose coverage if Congress fails to act.

Archaeologists in Britain say they've found the earliest evidence of humans making fires anywhere in the world. The discovery moves our understanding of when humans started making fire back by 350,000 years.

Demetri Martin is a standup comedian, writer, and director. Demetri won the Perrier Award at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh for his one-man show, "If I." At the Melbourne International Comedy festival, his show "Dr. Earnest Parrot Presents Demetri Martin" won Australia’s Barry Award. Demetri has released three standup comedy albums and four hour-long standup comedy specials, including his latest for Netflix, "The Overthinker." Demetri created and starred in his own television series for Comedy Central called "Important Things with Demetri Martin." His books, "This Is a Book" and "Point Your Face at This," are New York Times Bestsellers. His latest book, "If It’s Not Funny It’s Art," features a collection of his original drawings. Demetri’s fiction has appeared in The New Yorker, Esquire, and The New York Times Magazine. His first feature film," Dean," which won the Founder’s Prize at the Tribeca Film Festival for best narrative American feature film. Demetri has brown hair and he is allergic to peanuts. Demetri Martin on Facebook / Instagram

The 31st Annual Pacific Islander Festival returns to Ski Beach in San Diego on September 20 and 21, offering a vibrant celebration of Pacific Islander heritage, culture, and community. The two-day event is free to the public and is expected to draw more than 200,000 attendees, making it the largest Pacific Islander festival in the United States. Festival highlights include: • Cultural Villages representing various islands, each showcasing traditional arts, customs, and educational exhibits. • Over 900 entertainers performing traditional and contemporary music and dance throughout the weekend. • Pacific Islander food and craft vendors, offering authentic cuisine and handmade goods. • Community and nonprofit booths, providing resources and outreach from local organizations. In a first for the festival, this year’s event will feature a Car and Motorcycle Show organized by Pacific Islander enthusiasts. The showcase will include custom vehicles and motorcycles that reflect the unique fusion of island culture and automotive design. The Pacific Islander Festival is organized to promote cultural awareness, unity, and pride among Pacific Islander communities and the broader public. Attendees are encouraged to bring their families and enjoy a weekend of cultural enrichment and entertainment. Location: Ski Beach, Mission Bay Dates: Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21 Admission: Free For more information, visit PIFASanDiego.com or following us on Instagram

The NPR Music critic and All Songs Considered contributor's favorite records of the year include the best of British rap, whimsical and melancholy electronic experiments and spellbinding dreampop.