The Great Resegregation
The Trump administration’s attacks on DEI are aimed at reversing the civil-rights movement.
A Friday-Night Massacre at the Pentagon
Trump’s purge started with his firing of the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the top Navy officer, and the vice chief of the Air Force.
The DOGE Project Will Backfire
Trump’s war on public employees is bad for all of us.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
How to Lose an Oscar in 10 Days
The star of the year’s most nominated film torpedoed her chance to win the trophy—in audacious fashion.
Growing Up Murdoch
James Murdoch on mind games, sibling rivalry, and the war for the family media empire
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.
The Ultimate Antidote to Toxic Behavior Online
Changing your perception and withholding your attention are great ways of regaining control over online abuse.
Elon Musk Can’t Stop Talking About Penises
The world’s richest man needs new material.
Winners of the 2025 World Nature Photography Awards
Some of the top nature photography featured in this year’s competition
MAGA Has Found a New Model
The leading figures of the Trump administration have fallen for a far-right party in Germany.