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NASA and other federal agencies recently did a tabletop simulation of an Earth-threatening asteroid to see how they'd handle it

Exhibition: Oct. 4, 2023 - Aug. 21, 2024 Immerse yourself in the world of "POPnology," Comic-Con Museum’s latest interactive exhibit that demonstrates the connection between pop culture and real-world technology! Engage with your favorite science fiction technology such as driverless cars, robots, drones, and more to learn how fantasy becomes reality and explore which science fiction of today will become reality tomorrow. "POPnology" not only chronicles humans’ progression from science fiction to science fact but also illuminates emerging technologies that are just now showing up on the cultural radar. Highlights of the exhibit include: How We Play – The future of toys and games. Is virtual the new reality? Experience Oculus Rift and virtual projection games for a 3D sensory experience made exclusively for "POPnology." How We Connect – The revolution in communication technology, with concept drawings from the visual futurists who created the looks for "Blade Runner," and an authentic replica of the communication device used by E.T. to “phone home.” How We Live and Work – Inventions and ideas that shape daily life, including interacting with robots. How We Move – The future of transportation on Earth and beyond, featuring a full-sized replica of the "Back to the Future" DMC DeLorean and the world’s first 3D-printed car. Museum Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Confirm before you go Comic-Con Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Stream now with the PBS app / Watch Wednesdays, Aug. 6 and 13, 2025 from 8 - 10 p.m. on KPBS 2. The four-part documentary series, reveals a little-known truth: that public health saved your life today and you probably don’t even know it. But while public health makes modern life possible, the work itself is often underfunded, undervalued, and misunderstood.

San Diego County is asking state and federal health officials to investigate health effects of cross-border sewage pollution.

Research into new pharmaceuticals has produced an unanticipated by-product: Petunias that glow in the dark

Minnesota lawmakers set aside $100,000 for the formerly stolen pair this year and the Judy Garland Museum hopes a benevolent figure can help win them at auction.

Sixty years ago, 17-year-old Randy Gardner broke a Guinness world record by staying awake for 11 consecutive days. His experiment is one of the most well-documented cases of sleep deprivation.

Noise from roads, airports and equipment like leaf blowers has been linked with serious health impacts. Decades ago, the U.S. government passed a law limiting it, but it has no teeth.

Startups are catering to mourners who want a way to communicate with their lost loved ones — or at least digital likeness of them.

This October don’t miss Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar, a unique community event by the Fleet Science Center that bridges the gap between science and social life. Scientists from diverse fields engage in casual conversations with attendees at various locations, offering a refreshing opportunity to explore intriguing scientific topics while enjoying favorite beverages. October is Scientist Engagement Month, so we have two very special editions of Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar! Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar: Bar Crawl Edition offers San Diegans four times the opportunity to engage with local scientists at favorite neighborhood bars. October 5: North Park October 12: Little Italy October 19: Miramar October 26: North Park View the full list of locations Free admission Visit: Fleetscience.org or call 619-238-1233 Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Search for the hashtag #2scientists. Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar is a registered trademark of the Fleet Science Center.