Not the Life Matt Gaetz Was Planning On
The disgraced former Florida representative now faces the blunt reality of his own political irrelevance.
Everything You Know About Latkes Is Wrong
The shocking true story of a Hanukkah staple
A Sea Story
One of the worst maritime disasters in European history took place two decades ago. It remains very much in the public eye. On a stormy night on the Baltic Sea, more than 850 people lost their lives when a luxurious ferry sank below the waves. From a mass of material, including official and unofficial reports and survivor testimony, our correspondent has distilled an account of the Estonia’s last moments—part of his continuing coverage for the magazine of anarchy on the high seas.
The Slow, Quiet Demise of American Romance
Long before calls for a 4B-style sex strike, men and women in the United States were already giving up on dating.
America Needs to Radically Rethink What It Means to Be Old
As 100-year lifespans become more common, the time has come for a new approach to school, work, and retirement.
The Most Haunting—And Most Inspiring—Moment in A Christmas Carol
This year, forgo despair and listen to Jacob Marley.
The Sociopaths Among Us—And How to Avoid Them
You’re bound to come across the “Dark Triad” type of malignant narcissists in life—and they can be superficially appealing. Better to look for their exact opposite.
The 10 Best Movies of 2024
Another year of existential crisis for Hollywood, and an excellent year for cinema itself
A Shift in American Family Values Is Fueling Estrangement
Both parents and adult children often fail to recognize how profoundly the rules of family life have changed over the past half century.
DNA Tests Are Uncovering the True Prevalence of Incest
People are discovering the truth about their biological parents with DNA—and learning that incest is far more common than many think.
Eight Books That Will Inspire You to Move Your Body
Athleticism, exercise, and sports all lend themselves to heightened narrative stakes, and writers know this well.
2024: The Year in Volcanic Activity
Scenes from the wide variety of volcanic activity on Earth over the past year
The Movie That Mattered Most in 2024
Blink Twice anticipated the culture shift that defined the year.
How Liberal America Came to Its Senses
The period of left-wing illiberalism that began about a decade ago seems to have drawn to a close. The final cause of death was the reelection of Donald Trump.
How Tortillas Lost Their Magic
Most American tortillas taste like cardboard. Chefs, restaurants, and companies are trying to restore the corny glory.
Dear Therapist: I Was the Other Woman
I know I sound naive, but this wasn’t like a “normal” affair.
The Great Grocery Squeeze
How a federal policy change in the 1980s created the modern food desert
The Curious Personality Changes of Older Age
When people lose the ability to control their circumstances, their selves sometimes evolve instead.
Don’t Give Up on the Truth
Striking out against injustice is always right; it always matters.
The Crumbling Foundation of America’s Military
The U.S. failed to produce weapons and ammunition fast enough to supply Ukraine. Could it equip its own armed forces in the event of war?
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