Some call brutalist architecture ugly or chunky. Others call it creative Created between the 1950s and 1970s, brutalist buildings are defined by its use of exposed concrete and a minimalist design. Many people hate brutalism, though architects have an appreciation for it. Kaity Kline
Photos: See what happened at the Olympic closing ceremony The Games in Paris wrapped up with the closing ceremony. We take a look at the lavish celebration. NPR Staff
Taffy Brodesser-Akner explains why she finds fame and fortune so fascinating Writer Taffy Brodesser-Akner plays a game of Wild Card. She tells NPR's Rachel Martin about feeling safe when she's in motion and why she needs God to help her understand the world. Rachel Martin
Kristopher Jansma's 'Our Narrow Hiding Places' explores how history is woven into our bodies NPR's Pien Huang speaks with writer Kristopher Jansma about his new novel, Our Narrow Hiding Places. Pien Huang
‘Sebastian’ re-writes the sex work movie Director and writer Mikko Mäkelä says he wasn’t interested in creating yet another sex worker drama focused on trauma. Instead, Sebastian is a knowing but conflicted young man learning about himself. Ayesha Rascoe
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
Having trouble finding a new book to read? Life Kit is here to help! NPR's Life Kit has tips on discovering your next favorite read. Marielle Segarra
How has Ferguson changed 10 years after Michael Brown's death NPR's Pien Huang speaks with St. Louis Alderman Alisha Sonnier, about what's changed in the 10 years since Michael Brown was killed in Ferguson, Mo. Pien Huang
Joan Chen on her role in coming-of-age film 'Dìdi' NPR's Scott Simon talks to Joan Chen. The actor is getting Oscar buzz for the new film, "Dìdi," in which Chen plays the mother of a Taiwanese-American skater kid in the Bay Area. Scott Simon
A slice of harmony: Pagliacci Pizza and Seattle Opera join forces Pagliacci Pizza and Seattle Opera have joined forces to celebrate the premiere of the beloved opera "Pagliacci," running through Aug. 17 at McCaw Hall. Diana Opong
