Katsucon 2019 created a world of fantastical characters

NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland – By day, Jamal Johns works as a luxury jewelry consultant in New York’s Soho neighborhood. By night, he crafts elaborate costumes. At last weekend’s Katsucon, Johns was strolling the Gaylord National Convention Center in his latest…

Cherry Blossom Festival crowds talk gifts from Japan, other countries

People at the National Cherry Blossom Festival parade share their thoughts on the best gifts the United States has received from other countries. And what “gifts” they’d rather have sent back.