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The Monkey King, a rebellious 16th-century Chinese superhero, is finally breaking into the U.S. through Netflix films, blockbuster video games, and a sold-out San Francisco Opera production.

India's olive ridley turtle numbers appear to have rebounded after years of patchwork efforts to stem their decline. Can it last?

Shih-Ching Tsou has collaborated with filmmaker Sean Baker for years. Tsou's solo directorial debut uses Taipei as its canvas to tell a story about women making ends meet in the city.

Retail expert Katie Thomas scours her local shopping mall in Pittsburgh to divine what Americans' shopping habits reveal about the economy and the nation's future.

The Department of Transportation wants tougher rules for commercial driver's licenses after a deadly crash involving a trucker from India. Critics say it's an immigration crackdown by another name.

My Undesirable Friends: Part I — Last Air in Moscow follows Russian journalists who report on the country's abuses. Reviewer Justin Chang calls it one of the most engrossing films he's seen all year.

Celebrate new fiction from two So Cal writers with style and politics, and performance by a legendary singer-songwriter (and writer). Readings by Lisa Alvarez ("Some Final Beauty") and Emily Greenberg ("Alternative Facts") with special guest Cindy Lee Berryhill ("The Adventurist"). Introduced by Bibliocracy Radio (KPFK) host Andrew Tonkovich. Free admission, refreshments, books for sale. San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

Elizabeth Miller and Brett Eagleson both lost their fathers on September 11, 2001. On the 24th anniversary of the day, they remain divided on how justice should be done.

No one should face breast cancer alone. On November 22, join Palomar Health for a community forum where survivors, loved ones, caregivers and healthcare professionals come together to share hope, guidance and strength. Lead and moderated in partnership with healthcare strategists and collaborators from SCG (Sequel Consulting Group), hear from an expert panel of physicians and a representative from the American Cancer Society as they explore solutions to minimize the fear and financial burden of a breast cancer diagnosis. Trained coaches will also facilitate table conversations, and a survivor will share their powerful story of diagnosis and treatment. Open to the public, this free event offers encouragement and resources for those currently facing a diagnosis, supporting a loved one or looking to better understand this journey. To learn more about the event, visit Palomar Health’s website.

KPBS Public Matters initiative with Voice of San Diego recently launched a series all about housing called In Whose Backyard, and reporters Will Huntsberry and Jake Gotta answered questions about housing policy and progress in an AMA on r/SanDiego on Reddit.