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Universo Curioso started as a bonus episode on the space agency's flagship podcast. It's now a full show getting its pilot season. Noelia González wants the momentum to keep going.

San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher is the latest in a line of local Democrats to fall from grace amid sexual misconduct claims.

During the 17th century the Dutch Republic was the most prosperous nation in Europe. Art, military strength, science, and trade were at its peak. Simultaneously, a break from monarchist and Catholic cultural traditions allowed for the decline of interest in religious paintings. Furthermore, a burgeoning middle class sought out new genres of painting that helped enhance their homes and reflect their tastes and interests. Landscapes, cityscapes, portraiture, and still life grew ever more popular in this era. Many of the most beloved artists of the 1600s also came from this region. This docent-led talk on the Dutch Baroque will highlight artists such as Pieter Claesz, Frans Hals, Jacob van Ruisdael, and Johannes Vermeer. Date | Wednesday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to noon Location | Online Register here for free! This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit timkenmuseum.org/calendar/event/free-virtual-talk-the-dutch-baroque or contact Alexandra Riley at ariley@timkenmuseum.org or by phone at (619) 550-5955.

Vicki H. Grassian is a Distinguished Professor at the University of California San Diego with appointments in the Departments of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Nanoengineering and Scripps Institution of Oceanography and she holds the Distinguished Chair of Physical Chemistry within the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. She is also the co-Director of the Center for Aerosol Impacts on Climate and the Environment a multi-institutional NSF-Chemical Center of Innovation and the Executive Associate Dean for the Division of Physical Sciences. She will be a guest speaker for a webinar that is being hosted by The Center for Ethics in Science and Technology. Speaker: Dr. Vicki Grassian PhD, UCSD Distinguished Professor and Chair of Physical Chemistry Discussion Topic: Science, Collaboration, and Innovation Registration Link: https://dec1exploringethics.eventbrite.com Webinar Link: https://ucsd.zoom.us/j/98395271651

A months-long investigation by The California Newsroom found that the department continues to fumble key responsibilities related to forest management and wildfire mitigation

The San Diego Comic Fest is the friendly comic convention with a casual atmosphere and an intimate scale that allows fans to mingle directly with professionals and exhibitors. It’s the place where you can indulge your love of comics, science fiction, and films, and meet an outstanding array of professional creators without high-priced tickets, crowding, or long lines. San Diego Comic Fest returns this April. Join us at the friendly, intimate Comic Convention experience as we celebrate the Centennial of Gene Roddenberry! Date | Thursday, April 21 through Saturday 23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location | Four Point by Sheraton Get tickets here! Active Military (Friday): $12.50 Active Military (Saturday): $12.50 Active Military (Sunday): $7.50 Active Military (3 days): $25 Student ages 13-17 (Friday): $12.50 Student ages 13-17 (Saturday): $12.50 Student ages 13-17 (Sunday): $7.50 Student ages 13-17 (3 days): $25 General adult (Sunday): $15 General adult (Saturday): $25 General adult (Friday): $25 General adult (3 days): $50 For more information, please visit or call

NPR's advice podcast shares the most popular episodes of the year, which includes tips on how to avoid thinking traps and protect North American birds during migration.

An NPR/Floodlight investigation found that a longtime Republican insider is stoking solar opposition by spreading bad information about health and environmental risks. Her influence is growing.

When the documentary "Picture a Scientist" was released in 2020, it opened viewers’ eyes to the experiences of women working in STEM careers. This film focuses on discrimination against women in science, their stories of bravery, and hope for the future. It is an unflinching look at the barriers that confront these researchers, and an inspiring story of fortitude. The Nat and the National Marine Mammal Foundation are hosting a discussion on representation in the STEM fields in our own region. The watch-and-talk program will feature conversations with local women in STEM, interspersed with clips from Picture a Scientist. Please join us at The Nat to see clips from the documentary and listen to conversations on the current state—and the future—of our scientific community. This talk takes place in the Maurice and Charmaine Kaplan Theater. Date | Monday, April 28 at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Location | San Diego Natural History Museum, at the Maurice and Charmaine Kaplan Theater Get tickets here! Admission ranging from $4 to $16. For more information, please visit sdnhm.org/calendar/nattalks-and-films/#none or call (619) 232-3821.

Scientists are pondering how to tell time on other celestial bodies. It's a lot harder than you might think.