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Taylor Swift to release her 12th album, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' on Oct. 3

Taylor Swift is entering a new era with "The Life of a Showgirl." Swift loves to surprise fans with her album rollouts, and this one is no different.

Four years after Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan, life for many has worsened

It's been four since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan following the Taliban's return to power. Life for certain groups has deteriorated significantly.

Arts & Life

Ahead of World Photography Day, we ask listeners about some of their favorite photos

World Photography Day is coming up on Aug. 19. Morning Edition speaks with listeners about the favorite photos they've taken.

World

'A chess game' - Trump gears up for Alaska summit with Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Donald Trump's "energetic and sincere" efforts to end the war in Ukraine. But on the streets of Moscow while many hope for an end to the war, they disagree on how to get there.

Food

A tip for enjoying ripe summer raspberries: Get them frozen

Washington state produces 98 percent of the country's frozen raspberries, filling baked goods, jams and freezer aisles across the United States. Seattle Times food journalists Jackie Varriano and Tan Vinh discuss the raspberry industry and taste two popular snacks made with frozen Washington berries.

The country's got kratom on the brain. What is it exactly?

The FDA in late July announced plans to crack down on 7-OH, which is naturally found in kratom. We wanted to know more about both of these substances, so we checked in with a research professor at the University of Washington for insight. 

Wednesday Evening Headlines

Mayor Harrell wants new law to curb predatory homebuying, more Washingtonians are getting concealed carry permits, and Paul Allen's estate has sold the Portland Trail Blazers.