Five major problems that International Soccer needs to fix A Mexican player moves with the ball against South Africa during the opening game of the FIFA World Cup in Hohannesbur by Adam Vogt / July 1, 2010
Politics A surprisingly artful memoir of drug addiction and resilience In 'American Junkie,' Seattle's Tom Hansen tells of his descent into heroin addiction and his climb back from near-death, which meant relearning to walk. by Jeffrey Long / June 9, 2010
Historic Northwest book collection up for auction A view of Mount Rainier included in George Vancouver's account of exploration. by Jeffrey Long / January 18, 2011
Morris Graves centennial: the show, the séance A self-portrait by Morris Graves by Jeffrey Long / August 25, 2010
Where have you gone, Seattle Times? During this snow-interrupted break, are you trying to prepare me for lonely breakfasts ever after? by Meredeth McMahon / December 27, 2008
Culture Self-congratulatory environmentalism Back East, folks somehow think it's enough to carry a reusable bag to a farmer's market. That prompts a screed against saving the earth with symbols. by Adam Vogt / December 22, 2008
Will your school be there next year? A Montlake mom tries to follow the school district's bouncing balls. by Meredeth McMahon / December 10, 2008
Love those $4 shoes! A short lesson in economy, at the street level. by Meredeth McMahon / December 5, 2008
Culture Not another slug trivet: The best gifts from the Northwest The dragon's in the bag at Uwajimaya. by Meredeth McMahon / November 27, 2008