The Trump Backers Who Have Buyer’s Remorse
With every new policy and offhand remark, Trump belies the imaginary versions of himself that inspired many of his supporters.
Elon Musk Can’t Stop Talking About Penises
The world’s richest man needs new material.
Germany’s Anti-Extremist Firewall Is Collapsing
The far-right AfD seems destined for a strong showing in Sunday’s federal parliamentary election.
This Is What Happens When the DOGE Guys Take Over
Inside the federal agencies where Elon Musk’s people have seized control, fear and uncertainty reign.
The End of the Postwar World
Trump and Vance are sending a dark message to America’s allies.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
Growing Up Murdoch
James Murdoch on mind games, sibling rivalry, and the war for the family media empire
Why Is Everyone Talking About Getting ‘Oneshotted’?
A slang term for the extremely online also serves as a weird mirror of the internet experience.
The Trump World Order
In the MAGA vision of the national interest, might will make right.
The Isolation of Intensive Parenting
You can micromanage your kid’s life or ask for community help with child care—but you can’t have both.