Your roundup of this week’s most widely-read, shared, and discussed stories.
• Two protesters from last week’s anti-capitalist May Day march have been charged with third degree assault. In one of our most-read stories this week, Eli Sanders takes a closer look at the demands of these protesters—what exactly they want is difficult to discern.
• Cornish College of the Arts is facing a double departure of its top administrators. The loss may bring more chaos to the financially struggling institution, but it may also be an opportunity to bring in more effective leaders.
• An all-woman city council majority voted against an NBA arena this week. The internet’s response? Vitriol, of course. One lawyer allegedly sent a threatening e-mail telling the councilmembers to “end themselves.” What’s behind the flurry of angry, misogynistic responses? Professional sports explainer Spike Friedman walks us through it on the Blabbermouth podcast this week.
• Our review of Captain America: Civil War praises the latest series installment as a “Marvel miracle.” One commenter plans to sleep on it, writing “Another superhero movie? Yawn.” We beg to differ. That blockbuster and any of these 14 other films will be worth your time this weekend.
• Speaking of movies, the Seattle International Film Festival is just two weeks away from opening. Our SIFF guide has all the reviews, movie times, and trailers you’ll need to plan your festival adventures.
• This weekend, do yourself a favor and eat one of these thick, juicy pork sausages. Called ‘sai uaj,’ the sausage is enjoyed in Laos and parts of Thailand (and Seattle!).
• Forgot about Mother’s Day? We’ve got you covered with a list of the most affordable last-minute events and gifts. Alternatively, just take the maternal figure in your life to any event in our always-reliable Cheap & Easy listings.
Enjoy the sun this weekend.