Dungeons, Dragons and shoulder pads: Why I loved D&D as a closeted teen As Dungeons & Dragons turns 50, critic Glen Weldon looks back on playing the game in its early years — and stumbling upon the fierce, shoulder-padded illusionist that would become his first character. Glen Weldon
A tour through Taylor Swift's London for her last concert of the summer there Fans in friendship bracelets have descended on the U.K. capital, where Taylor Swift has played more concerts as part of her Eras Tour than any other city. Lauren Frayer
‘Washington Post’ reviews star columnist Taylor Lorenz's 'war criminal' jab at Biden The Washington Post is reviewing star tech columnist Taylor Lorenz's private chat in which she posted a photo of herself near President Biden — and the caption "war criminal." David Folkenflik
AI is changing video games -- and striking performers want their due Performers are on strike against major video game companies, and AI is the sticking point. Here’s how game development has evolved since early animation. Mandalit del Barco
The trailer for Disney’s live-action ‘Snow White’ remake has some people very Grumpy The film, set to be released in March 2025, has been mired by a string of controversies on everything from its new “woke” messaging to its depiction of dwarfism. Rebecca Rosman
The most pressing question about Tim Walz and JD Vance: Who should play them on SNL? Steve Martin has said he turned down an offer from SNL to play Walz. Our critic offers some alternatives. Eric Deggans
Soccer legend Abby Wambach says she's okay with being forgotten on 'Wild Card' U.S. soccer legend Abby Wambach draws a question from the Wild Card deck. She tells NPR's Rachel Martin why she's okay with the idea of being forgotten. Rachel Martin
Carhartts and camo: What Tim Walz's folksy fashion sense says The Democratic vice presidential candidate's taste for down-home Carhartt workwear and a camo cap have been getting a lot of media attention lately. Chloe Veltman
Lucille Ball’s hometown is a comedy destination. No joke Acts range from family-friendly slapstick to edgy standup at the four-day comedy event held in Jamestown, N.Y., home of the I Love Lucy star. Elizabeth Blair
