The Many Sides of Love
A collection of Atlantic stories that interrogate the idea
Why the Past 10 Years of American Life Have Been Uniquely Stupid
It’s not just a phase.
What's Wrong With Saturday Night Live's 'Weekend Update'?
Five months after Lorne Michaels switched up the hosts, the faux-news segment feels stuck in its "rocky start" phase.
How Trump Lost His Trade War
When the U.S. breaks its treaties, only China wins.
Trump’s Loyalties
Panelists discuss the ideology driving the president’s policy decisions.
Seven Books That Capture How Love Really Feels
These books are all exquisite arguments for the necessity of stories about romance.
The Anti-Social Century
Americans are now spending more time alone than ever. It’s changing our personalities, our politics, and even our relationship to reality.
I’ve Never Seen Parents This Freaked Out About Vaccines
Since COVID, parents have more questions and more concerns.
The Coming Democratic Revolution
To fight Trump and the GOP, blue states are planning to appropriate a Republican strategy: federalism.
Confessions of a Republican Exile
A longtime conservative, alienated by Trumpism, tries to come to terms with life on the moderate edge of the Democratic Party.
The Strange, Lonely Childhood of Neko Case
In a new memoir, the singer-songwriter peels back the mystery of her life—and her lyrics.
Elon Musk Is Breaking the National-Security System
DOGE’s takeover of federal agencies is a counterintelligence crisis.
The Unfunny Man Who Believes in Humor
How Lorne Michaels became the arbiter of funny
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.
What the Biggest Saturday Night Live Fans Know
The 50-year-old sketch-comedy show isn’t just about the jokes.
How America Got Mean
In a culture devoid of moral education, generations are growing up in a morally inarticulate, self-referential world.