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Until now, Mexican judges have been appointed. This Sunday, citizens will have their first opportunity to elect judges to the bench.

As San Diegans respond to recent government actions through art, we look at how protest signs, zines and installations connect today’s movements to a long history of resistance.

Heroes and Monsters (Ages 6 – 7) July 7 – 11, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. What would your artful superpower be? Get ready to team up with your friends and MCASD educators in an awesome showdown for the fate of the museum–an art collision between Heroes and Monsters. Spend the week designing your own Hero and Monster inspired by the Museum's collection: Learn how to use art for good by developing your own art superpowers. Create a persona by dawning masks and capes influenced by Nick Cave. Use John Baldessari's conceptual powers to fight "Boring Art." Schedule Day 1: Start the week by imagining your superhero, or good-monster alter-ego, and its artful superpowers! Then, create your helmet. Day 2: Make your shield and cape and create dice to guide your way. Spend the rest of the week creating instruments and tools that help build a superhero, art-filled universe filled with magic and spells of your making! MCASD on Facebook / Instagram

The magazine Nature announced the results of its annual Scientist at Work photography contest. The six winning entries are a set of dramatic, intimate portraits of research from all over the globe.

Is private philanthropy an option to fill the gaps in funding for universities seeing federal funding threatened or frozen? NPR asks New York Times reporter Teddy Schleifer.

This summer, Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography is the place to be, whether you want to beat the heat, learn more about the wonders of our ocean planet or catch an epic sunset. There are plenty of exciting things happening plus the aquarium is open late all summer long so you’ve got more time to get in on the fun! Whether you are looking for a quieter, less crowded experience, the perfect spot for date night or just looking forward to seeing the fascinating marine life that’s less active during the day come alive, evenings at Birch Aquarium are a magical time to visit. And staying late has perks — select the Plan Ahead Ticket at checkout and get $5 off admission when you visit during the final two hours of the day. Hours and prices vary. Visit https://aquarium.ucsd.edu/ for the Daily Schedule. Birch Aquarium at Scripps on Instagram and Facebook

Ezra Furman is a boundary-breaking artist whose fearless creativity and emotional honesty have made her one of the most compelling voices in modern music. Blending punk energy, heartfelt lyricism and genre-defying innovation, Furman’s work is both deeply personal and universally resonant. The albums she’s released over the past decade demonstrate both her extraordinary talent and artistic evolution. "Perpetual Motion People" (2015) is a vibrant, genre-hopping explosion of wit and melody, while "Transangelic Exodus" (2018) pushed boundaries with its dystopian storytelling and atmospheric soundscapes, exploring themes of love, defiance, and identity. "Twelve Nudes" (2019) delivered raw, punk-fueled catharsis, channeling anger and resilience into fiery anthems. Her last album, "All of Us Flames" (2022), is a cinematic and deeply moving exploration of queer liberation, weaving intimate storytelling with grand, sweeping arrangements. She also found time to record the soundtrack for the Netflix smash hit TV series "Sex Education." Ezra Furman’s music is a testament to the power of individuality and authenticity, marking her as a truly unique voice in modern music. Visit: https://musicboxsd.com/event/14210403/ezra-furman-the-ophelias/ Ezra Furman on Instagram and Facebook

We sit down with a scholar to discuss the history and significance of Juneteenth. Plus, an upcoming BBQ celebrating Black joy and a preview of the Black Arts Festival.

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream with the PBS app. Talk may be cheap, as the saying goes, but is it still free? It depends on what your politics are. On this week's show, we tackle the woke backlash, campus protests, and detained foreign students. It's free speech in Trump's America. Guest: Jeremy Peters, New York Times and Ilya Shapiro, Manhattan Institute.

You’re invited to the ANS San Diego Section Elections Dinner Meeting – June 25, 2025 Join us for an evening of reflection, planning, and insight at the Remington Club in San Diego. The meeting will include a business update, election results, and a featured talk by Ms. Puja Gupta on “The Nuclear Past, Present, and Future.” Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Location: The Remington Club, Remington II Building, Multipurpose Room (2nd Floor) 16925 Hierba Dr, San Diego, CA 92128 A light dinner will be provided. RSVP by June 22: https://sandiego.ans.org/contact/ Agenda Highlights: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.: Annual Business Meeting & Election Results 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Talk "The Nuclear Past, Present, and Future" by Ms. Puja Gupta, General Atomics During her 20-years tenure at General Atomics in technical management, strategy and business development, Ms. Gupta has served as a key participant in many private and U.S. Government funded programs ranging from basic research to commercialization of advanced nuclear fission and fusion energy systems. She holds a Masters in Nuclear Engineering from U.C. Berkeley and a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from Nirma University, India. We look forward to your participation. RSVP by June 22: https://sandiego.ans.org/contact/ American Nuclear Society on Facebook / Instagram