Why Does Contact Say So Much About God?
Carl Sagan’s novel is an unexpected lesson in faith.
Scenes From Coachella 2023
Images of the performances and concertgoers during the first weekend of Coachella 2023
Little Richard and the Truth About Rock and Roll’s Queer Origins
A new documentary celebrates a cultural revolution led by a man who was, at times, a traditionalist.
Animals Are Migrating to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
The oceanic soup of plastic fragments is becoming a new kind of ecosystem.
Even Influencers Are Scared of the Internet
Jenn Im posts about the harms of social media on social media, creating a new kind of “meta-content.” And she’s not alone.
ChatGPT Will Change Housework
But it can never eliminate it.
Philosophy’s Big Oversight
If the discipline is concerned with the nature of human existence, then a canon dominated by men isn’t just incomplete—it’s distorted.
The Violent Fantasy Behind the Texas Governor’s Pardon Demand
A grant of clemency would encourage those who dream about someday engaging in murderous political violence.
Vermeer’s Revelations
The artist left behind few clues about his life or intentions, but the paintings themselves teach the viewer new ways to see.
The Myth of the Broke Millennial
After a rough start, the generation is thriving. Why doesn’t it feel that way?
Succession Unlocks a New Stage of Grief
After acceptance comes the sales pitch.
SNL Has Struck Gold With ‘Lisa From Temecula’
A second appearance from Ego Nwodim’s instant-classic character felt significant.
We’re in Denial About Our Dogs
Pets love beaches—and wreak havoc on their wildlife.
Singapore Wrestles With the Death Penalty
The city-state has traditionally executed people for drug offenses, but cracks in the national consensus are appearing.
The Day ‘Stop the Bleed’ Entered Civilian Life
The Boston Marathon bombing changed disaster management.
A Movie to Watch—And Weep Over—Alone
Entertainment musts from Faith Hill
Argument With a Child
Why Is Ice Cream So Easy to Love?
In America, the frozen treat has become associated with comfort and escape.
Of Course This Is How the Intelligence Leak Happened
National-security leaks. Insurrections. Bank runs. Group chats are now the most powerful force on the internet.
We’ve Entered the Era of ‘Total Politics’
All that matters is what’s possible, not what’s prudent.