A young novelist takes on misconceptions about teen moms in 'The Girls Who Grew Big' Mottley's latest novel follows three young women as they navigate pregnancy and motherhood in a small town in Florida. She sees the novel as an extension of her work as a doula. Tonya Mosley
It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s not like other ‘Superman’ films With a K9 sidekick, a sense of humor, and a Man of Steel who says “dude,” 2025’s “Superman” might not be the Superman you expect, or even want. But for our modern times, it’s the “Superman” we all need. Dyer Oxley
The significance of a rediscovered antique Chinese typewriter The recent discovery of an antique Chinese typewriter has revived questions of language, translation, and sovereignty.
A preview of the controversial new building at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art Previews of a new building at the LA County Museum of Art began last week. Some have bemoaned the cost and design, but many in attendance had nice things to say about the striking new galleries. Monica Bushman
Why writer Jenny Han understands embarrassment so well On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Writer Jenny Han talks about why she understands embarrassment so well.
Does listening to an audiobook count as reading? One debate that's sure to draw a lot of strong opinions and hot takes — does listening to an audiobook count as reading? Andrew Limbong
This Bothell Santa spends his offseason keeping rose bushes in tip-top shape Summertime is high season for Seattle’s rose growers and lovers. They’re a passionate bunch. John Harmeling is one of the best-known among them. Ruby de Luna
Seattle passes a milestone: 800,000 people and counting For the first time, Seattle’s population topped 800,000, according to new estimates from the state's Office of Financial Management. KUOW Staff
'Dear Ms.' documentary tells the story of the groundbreaking feminist magazine HBO's new documentary is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of Ms. Taken together, the film captures what made the magazine and its contents so unusual and meaningful. David Bianculli
One Altadena resident's mission to return found photos to owners Claire Schwartz has made it her goal to help reunite keepsakes that survived the Los Angeles fires — photos, kids' art, postcards — with their owners.
