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The acclaimed authors of the newly released anthology "The Villains Club: A Delightfully Devious Anthology" are joining forces with independent bookstore Mysterious Galaxy to present an author panel and book-signing event. The event will feature a lively discussion of the anthology, followed by a Q&A session and book signing. Authors Dr. Janina Scarlet, Jonathan Maberry, Chance Kistler, Dennis K. Crosby, Dave Beaudrie, M. B. Bruce, and Robin Talamas will introduce the audience to the anthology’s 18 captivating villains. “On the surface, these villains may seem like ordinary scoundrels, delinquents, bandits, and baddies. Scratch the surface and you'll find all the complexities, contradictions, impossible choices, and longing for connection that make even villains human,” said editor Janina Scarlet. “You'll get to know misunderstood monsters, overworked overlords, demons with major Inhuman Resources issues, and even a few villains who might actually be heroes.” For those unable to attend, the authors will personalize and sign books to be mailed directly to fans—whether they reside in an evil lair or a fortress of solitude. More information is available through the publisher Divine Feminine Publishing and the host bookstore Mysterious Galaxy. https://divinefeminine-publishing.com/events

Giancarlo Giannini (Academy Award-nominated for Wertmüller’s "Seven Beauties") gives a wonderfully comic performance as the sad sack Mimi, a Sicilian laborer whose refusal to vote for the Mafia’s candidate leads him to lose his job, his wife and his home. At rock bottom, he revives his spirits by falling in love with the beautiful, radical Fiorella (Mariangela Melato, "Swept Away"), with whom he starts a new life as a reliable husband and father. But the past comes back to haunt him, piling on comical complexities as all his energies surge into defending his honor, an obsession that has horrendous but hilarious consequences. A blistering satire of Italy in the 1970s, "The Seduction Of Mimi" takes aim at a corrupt government, compromised labor leaders and the Neanderthal sexual politics of men in power, with uproarious results. A raucous sex comedy that brought international fame to director Lina Wertmüller.

This Mother's Day, Urban Plates is showing moms some love with a sweet surprise when dining in or taking food it to go and enjoy at home. The chef-driven restaurant will be gifting the first 200 moms a complimentary house-made Dark Chocolate Pudding, plus a rose as a small token of appreciation on Mother’s Day, May 10. Celebrate with a wholesome made-from-scratch meal she'll love, whether she's craving guest favorites like the Surf and Turf,, Beets + Avocado Plant-Based Bowl, or Seared Wild Ahi Tuna Plate, or keeping it classic with Grilled Steak Salad or a Grass-Fed Crispy Onion Cheeseburger. Mom can also enjoy this week's Chef Spotlight, featuring the Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Plate, Grilled Cage Free Chicken Plate, and Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad, all priced at $13.95 For more information, please visit https://urbanplates.com.

KC Johns delivers infectious country-rock with dynamic, compelling vocals and an undeniable determination. She turned heads with her viral single “Rodeo Queen,” hitting over 2.2 million streams, climbing to #28 on Texas Country Radio, and earning Top 10 honors from the Texas Country Music Association. Johns kicked off 2026 with “Bad Perfume,” accompanied by a music video. The track is a smoky, dangerous rocker driven by bold guitars and sultry rhythm, capturing the intoxicating rush of a love that smelled sweet at first but turned sharp and unforgettable. “Bad Perfume” made the Highest Debut on both the American Country Music and Texas Country Music charts, earning Song of the Week and ranking third in first-week adds. From opening for major artists like Luke Bryan, Chris Young, and Randy Houser to headlining her own stages around the world, KC brings her signature blend of honesty, grit, and soulful storytelling. She remains grounded in connection, dedicated to creating experiences that resonate, all while enjoying a glass of her Thunder Mesquite Smoked Bourbon Whiskey. Learn more at KCJohns.Rocks.

Relive the hair-raising mission of the USS Midway, which rescued some 3000 desperate “at risk “refugees from Saigon, Vietnam on the last two days of April 1975. Midway was the “tactical evacuation commander “ for Task Force 76 (TF-76) airlift operations, and participated in the largest humanitarian rescue mission in US Navy history. Midway Museum docent Andy Hill will describe the hair raising operation that was the USS Midway’s final deployment to Vietnam, not to wage war, but to rescue refugees in South Vietnam‘s final hours. Hill will share the story of this mission that broke rules and set precedence as a Navy crew conducted the ship’s flight deck operations with embarked refugees. It gave thousands a second chance at freedom. This lecture will be in-person and on Zoom. Email bheckler@san.rr.com for the Zoom link.

President Trump raised claims that the country's voting systems are vulnerable to being "rigged and stolen," without providing new evidence of a single fraudulent vote cast in any election.

Since the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term, 17 Mexican migrants have died during immigration enforcement, 14 in ICE custody and three in agency operations.

Watch Friday, July 17, 2026 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Youtube (not in the KPBS+ app. Built in 1906 as a shelter for young wayward or orphaned girls, The Chapel at the Good Shepherd Center in Seattle provided a new haven for two hundred Artists Den guests on a crisp autumn night. The Swell Season – led by Glen Hansard and backed by Marketa Irglova on piano and two of Hansard’s band mates from The Frames on bass and violin – gave a special performance of their melodic, original songs months before winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song with “Falling Slowly”

Orange skies and heavy smoke covered large parts of the U.S. on Thursday as Canada and Minnesota grapple with wildfires. Hazardous air quality is expected to continue.

You could look at Foreign Tongues, the Rolling Stones' 25th album, as a tour of the group's musical variations. But it mixes reliable fun and remarkable energy with a generous attitude toward aging.