In her new book, the Pulitzer-Prize winning New York Times reporter gives advice to people at the beginning of their work-life journeys.
May 2026
Posted inCulture
Talking Mahjong, Meaning and Identity
The Assembly’s Sayaka Matsuoka discusses her recent feature story on the Mahjong craze
Posted inFood & Drink
You Have to Be Carefully Taught
Adventurous eating doesn’t just happen. You make it happen—with a little help from a Reuben Benedict.
Posted inCulture
The Meaning of Mahjong
A century ago, an ‘exotic’ game from China took America by storm. Mahjong’s resurgence is again exposing questions about race and commerce.
Posted inPolitics & Government
A Comedian Walks Into a Police Station
A social media manager has made the Greensboro Police Department’s social media wildly popular. But a pattern of offensive posts may threaten the department’s reputation at a critical time.
Posted inCourts & Justice
A Tangled Legal Hell
The legal battle over a judge confiscating a reporter’s notes and issuing a gag order has grown increasingly Kafkaesque.
Posted inBooks
‘Kids Are the Best Readers’
Greensboro children’s author Bea Birdsong talks inspiration, diversity and the power of reading.
Posted inEducation
Teachers From Across N.C. Rally for More Pay, Better Funding
At least 20 districts closed on Friday as thousands of educators gathered outside the General Assembly for the “Kids Over Corporations” event.
Posted inFood & Drink
Simplicity Wins at Parkside Pull-Up
This small walk-up at LeBauer Park conjures memories of generationally beloved little restaurants—with a modern twist.
Posted inCulture
Eastern Festival of Music Partners with Tanger Center for Ticket Sales
The beloved summer music camp is back this year with a powerful partner.
