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.
Canada Is Taking Trump Seriously and Personally
Sometimes sporting events really are bigger than the game itself.
The Great Resegregation
The Trump administration’s attacks on DEI are aimed at reversing the civil-rights movement.
The Leader of the Anti-Authoritarian Resistance
Zelensky’s very presence reprimands everyone who surrendered to Trump.
‘Herr Hitler, Do You Really Believe Me Capable of Such a Dirty Trick?’
The chancellor rewarded loyalty with loyalty. Until he didn’t.
The Sit-Up Is Over
It used to dominate American fitness practice. Now it’s all but over.
Growing Up Murdoch
James Murdoch on mind games, sibling rivalry, and the war for the family media empire
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.
Lawful, but Enormously Destructive
Trump’s purge of the Pentagon leadership will have long-lasting and damaging consequences.
Germany’s Anti-Extremist Firewall Is Collapsing
The far-right AfD seems destined for a strong showing in Sunday’s federal parliamentary election.
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.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
The Secret That Colleges Should Stop Keeping
Despite ever-higher sticker prices, the real cost of getting a degree has been going down.
The End of the Postwar World
Trump and Vance are sending a dark message to America’s allies.
History Will Judge the Complicit
Why have Republican leaders abandoned their principles in support of an immoral and dangerous president?
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