One Word Describes Trump
A century ago, a German sociologist explained precisely how the president thinks about the world.
The Real Goal of the Trump Economy
The president isn’t trying to engineer prosperity for Americans. He’s seeking power for himself.
Putin’s Three Years of Humiliation
The Russian president can’t win his war against Ukraine unless he persuades its allies to betray it.
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.
The Internet’s Favorite Sex Researcher
How Aella went from selling sex to studying it
The Great Resegregation
The Trump administration’s attacks on DEI are aimed at reversing the civil-rights movement.
Canada Is Taking Trump Seriously and Personally
Sometimes sporting events really are bigger than the game itself.
The One Leader Who Stands Up to Trump
Zelensky’s very presence reprimands everyone who surrendered to Trump.
Growing Up Murdoch
James Murdoch on mind games, sibling rivalry, and the war for the family media empire
‘Herr Hitler, Do You Really Believe Me Capable of Such a Dirty Trick?’
The chancellor rewarded loyalty with loyalty. Until he didn’t.
COVID Broke the Rules of Virus Evolution
Why did this coronavirus change faster than scientists expected?
Trump Sided With Putin. What Should Europe Do Now?
European democracies must stop infantilizing themselves.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
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 Secret That Colleges Should Stop Keeping
Despite ever-higher sticker prices, the real cost of getting a degree has been going down.
Germany’s Anti-Extremist Firewall Is Collapsing
The far-right AfD seems destined for a strong showing in Sunday’s federal parliamentary election.
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