Alex Jones Just Went Somewhere Else
The Infowars founder is already broadcasting his conspiracy theories on a new site.
The Real Reason Trump Picked Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel
And what it means for the future of Palestinians and Israelis
Either Way, Matt Gaetz Wins
Trump’s pick for attorney general will get to burnish his MAGA-loyalist credentials whether or not the Senate confirms him.
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.
Photos of the Week: Blue Pond, Camel Fair, Embracing Peace
Speed climbing in Saudi Arabia, wildfires in California and New Jersey, a blanket of smog in New Delhi, a celebration of rural life in Turkey, Veterans Day in Seattle, and much more
A Classic Blockbuster for a Sunday Afternoon
Culture and entertainment musts from Jen Balderama
Finally, a Holocaust Movie With No Lessons
In A Real Pain, Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin tell a story in which the genocide is only background.
The Cost-of-Living Crisis Explains Everything
The economy under Biden looked good but felt bad.
Israel Is Fighting a Different War Now
The Israeli high command now sees all of its conflicts as elements of a single, multifront war with Iran.
The Sanewashing of RFK Jr.
Let’s call a crank a crank.
Genetic Discrimination Is Coming for Us All
Insurers are refusing to cover Americans whose DNA reveals health risks. It’s perfectly legal.
Throw Out Your Black Plastic Spatula
It’s probably leaching chemicals into your cooking oil.
What to Expect From Elon Musk’s Government Makeover
Welcome to the “move fast and break things” administration.
The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books
To read a book in college, it helps to have read a book in high school.