
Catherine Zhu
Catherine Zhu is a writer and associate producer for CBC Radio’s The Current. Her reporting interests include science, arts and culture and social justice. She holds a master's degree in journalism from the University of British Columbia. You can reach her at [email protected].
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Q&A
Trump passport policy a 'fundamental rejection of my identity,' says transgender plaintiff
After applying for a new passport in January, Ash Lazarus Orr, a transgender man from West Virginia, has yet to receive it and is now suing the Trump administration over its discriminatory policy.
As It Happens |

Over 2,000 Scottish historical letters were stolen. They were found in Canada
A Scottish archivist embarked on a decades-long quest to figure out who stole thousands of historical letters, with the trail leading him to Canada.
As It Happens |

Former Afghan women's soccer captain fights for team's chance to compete in World Cup
The founder and former captain of Afghanistan’s women's soccer team says it's past time FIFA let them back on the pitch.
As It Happens |

Rare sighting of a 'sharktopus' leaves onlookers stunned and puzzled
Nature unveiled another mystery when an octopus was caught cruising through the waters of New Zealand — by hitching a ride on a shark.
As It Happens |

Sea ice is disappearing in the North. This is how Inuit are responding
The planet is warming, and the ice on the north coast of Labrador is shrinking. Inuit elders and researchers tell us how ice is connected to Inuit ways of living, what’s at risk for their people and future generations if it all disappears, and how they’re combatting the climate crisis.
Unreserved |

To blurb or not to blurb: That is the question authors are asking as major publisher calls for their end
Enchanting. Mysterious. Riveting. Book blurbs have been a mainstay in publishing, designed to persuade readers to pick up a book. But now, some authors and publishers are opting to forgo them.
Day 6 |

Lucky young couple lands gig taking care of uninhabited Irish island
What’s your dream job? For the outdoorsy couple Camille Rosenfeld and James Hayes, they say they've found theirs as the caretakers of a majestic island in Ireland.
As It Happens |

A billion-dollar sleep economy promises to help you snooze better. Should you buy in?
Many Canadians are searching for ways to get a better sleep, and they're turning to a market promoting products for a better night's sleep. But as more people cash in, experts say the costs may go beyond individual wallets.
Cost of Living |

Struggling to get a good night's sleep? There's an alternative to meds, experts say
Insomnia makes it difficult to get a restful night's sleep, impacting both your physical and mental health. Sleep experts are calling to attention a treatment that’s drug-free and that they say offers more lasting relief: cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia.
The Current |

Growing up, these Indigenous creators didn't see themselves on kids' TV. So they made their own
Three Indigenous creators share how they’re reclaiming representation in children’s media, and why it's vital to pass down culturally important stories to the next generation.
Unreserved |