Why the Past 10 Years of American Life Have Been Uniquely Stupid
It’s not just a phase.
A Former Republican Strategist on Why Harris Lost
Inflation, moderation, and candidate effects
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.
Tulsi Gabbard’s Nomination Is a National-Security Risk
The Senate can stop her.
Making Government Efficient Again
An incoming Trump administration plans to ransack the civil service. But it needs reform, not demolition.
The Real Reason Trump Picked Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel
And what it means for the future of Palestinians and Israelis
Genetic Discrimination Is Coming for Us All
Insurers are refusing to cover Americans whose DNA reveals health risks. It’s perfectly legal.
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.
How the Beatles Wrote ‘A Day in the Life’
Fifty years after its release, the sprawling closing track on Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band remains a testament to the group’s ambitious songwriting.
The Seven Social-Media Commandments
How to use social media without it using you
Republican Leaders Are More Afraid of Trump Than Ever
Trump’s ridiculous Cabinet nominations will provide senators with a new test.
AI’s Fingerprints Were All Over the Election
But deepfakes and disinformation weren’t the main issues.
What to Expect From Elon Musk’s Government Makeover
Welcome to the “move fast and break things” administration.
What’s Behind Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Picks
Trump’s nominees share two main attributes: loyalty and loathing.
The Not-So-Woke Generation Z
The same young people once derided as liberal snowflakes are moving to the right.
A Military Loyal to Trump
In 2020, the armed forces were a bulwark against Donald Trump’s antidemocratic designs. Changing that would be a high priority in a second term.
The Cases Against Trump: A Guide
Thirty-four felony convictions. Charges of fraud, election subversion, and obstruction. One place to keep track of the presidential candidate’s legal troubles.
DNA Tests Are Uncovering the True Prevalence of Incest
People are discovering the truth about their biological parents with DNA—and learning that incest is far more common than many think.
The Secret to Thinking Your Way Out of Anxiety
To live with uncertainty, see it as opportunity instead.
My Hope for Palestine
There’s still a path to lasting peace. But we’ll need a new set of leaders.