china China is paying U.S. social media influencers to promote Beijing Winter Olympics and "good China-US relations" Mark Frauenfelder
mistakes Russian figure skating star tested positive for drugs months ago, but was allowed to compete at Olympics Rob Beschizza
music Prophets of Rage play Cleveland RNC, kick off 'Make America Rage Again' tour in 35 U.S. cities Maureen Herman
corruption The Olympics are profitable for every host city (that lies about the numbers) Cory Doctorow
human rights Wife of imprisoned Tibetan filmmaker to deliver birthday cards to China Consulate in SF, Wed., Oct. 9, 2013 Xeni Jardin
Art and Design Are We There Yet?: new art installation at SF Contemporary Jewish Museum David Pescovitz