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The public is invited to meet San Diego scientists leading groundbreaking biomedical research when Scripps Research hosts its second annual Discovery Day at the Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park. With more than a dozen hands-on science activity stations led by over 50 graduate students and scientists from different Scripps Research laboratories, visitors will see amazing demonstrations and explore topics ranging from chemistry, neuroscience, viruses and vaccines, aging research, cancer biology, the gut microbiome, and more. Science enthusiasts of all ages will find fun and engaging activities at Scripps Research Discovery Day, from building candy DNA models and tasting ice cream made using liquid nitrogen, to peering at bacteria and tiny worms through microscopes, entering the tiny universe of viruses with virtual reality goggles, and learning about the latest research into new medicines that may soon provide treatments for disease. Following on the success of the first Scripps Research Discovery Day in November 2024, which was held in part to celebrate the non-profit research institute’s 100th birthday, Scripps Research is excited to return to the Fleet and connect again with members of the community for insightful conversations and shared moments of wonder. Admission to Scripps Research Discovery Day is included with general admission to the Fleet Science Center galleries. Scripps Research on Facebook / Instagram

President Trump filed a $10 billion defamation suit Friday against the The Wall Street Journal following reporting on his past ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Premieres Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with KPBS+ / Encore Thursday, Dec. 18 at 7 a.m. on KPBS 2. Investigating Iran’s nuclear program in the aftermath of the U.S. and Israeli strikes. Using rare on the ground access in Iran and in-depth forensic analysis, an immersive investigation with the Washington Post, Evident Media, and Bellingcat.

Utah prosecutors charged Tyler Robinson, 22, with the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Officials say they are seeking the death penalty.

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