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Through much persuasion, the tiny Toto finally convinces Alfredo to train him as a projectionist and the two develop a close relationship. Toto even saves Alfredo's life when the volatile nitrate film in the booth ignites and causes Alfredo to loose his sight. As Toto grows up, he falls in love with Elena, a blonde beauty who proves tragically elusive. Alfredo, fearing that Toto will resign himself to a life in this tiny village, prompts the youngster to leave and never look back. Toto reluctantly heeds the advice and goes on to a successful career as a filmmaker. But when Alfredo dies years later, Toto, now known by the more dignified name of Salvatore DaVita, finally returns home.

Opening Day of The New Children's Museum

An Iranian government crackdown on dissidents is raising fears among the large community of Iranian exiles, who worry they too could be targeted. Some say the Islamic republic is ratcheting up the pressure by threatening political opponents living overseas — even in the United States.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has used his country's vast energy wealth to return Moscow to the world stage during his eight years in office. But instead of integrating with the West, as some had hoped, the Kremlin has made its mark by opposing Western policy.

When he steps down as Russian president next week, Vladimir Putin will leave with approval ratings most leaders can only dream about. One of the secrets to his success comes from a carefully crafted image as the country's tough-guy-in-charge.

Jodhaa Akbar

My Brother is an Only Child

Raymond Lutz, who is a candidate for California Assembly District 77, actively opposed Blackwater's presence in Potrero. His website,

Vocational Warriors?

and the public embark on a 24-hour mission to identify as many species of animal and plant life in Balboa Park. The curator of entomology at the San Diego Natural History Museum shares his expectation