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One Era Ends in Gaza, and Another Begins

A moment for radical hope

Stop Lowering the Flag

The symbol of public mourning loses its meaning when it’s used too much.

Your Genes Are Simply Not Enough to Explain How Smart You Are

Seven years ago, I took a bet with Charles Murray about whether we’d basically understand the genetics of intelligence by now.

Avoiding Ultra-Processed Foods Is Completely Unrealistic

Especially if you have kids

Can a Murderer Earn Redemption?

In a new book, John J. Lennon presses two cases: that his is a work of legitimate journalism, and that this makes him something more than a killer.

Eight Romance Novels for Romance Skeptics

The genre is so diverse that with a little open-mindedness, everyone really can find their perfect match.

The Existential Heroism of the Israeli Hostages

The release of the remaining October 7 captives shows that hope can survive even in the darkest hole.

The Romantic

How Diane Keaton’s quest for beauty left an imprint on American culture

Amy Poehler Understood the Assignment

The actor was the perfect host for the actual 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live.

From The World After Rain, Part I

A poem

The Rabbi Who Negotiated With the Terrorist

What I learned about my faith from a hostage crisis at a Texas synagogue

A Foreign-Film Starter Pack

Five movies for viewers who want to try something new

The Turning Point for Israel and Hamas

Panelists joined to discuss the likelihood that the historic agreement to end the war in Gaza holds, and more.

Putin Has a New Tool to Monitor Russians

Russia is pushing a “super app” for citizens. What could possibly go wrong?

The MAGA-fication of Sports Continues

Donald Trump’s partnership with the UFC takes his desire to identify with winners to snarling new heights.

How to Use Regret Instead of Wallowing in It

Looking backwards doesn’t have to feel like standing still.

The Cruel Calculus of Palestinian Grief

In times of mass atrocity, processing personal sorrow becomes more complicated.

‘It’s Never Been This Bad’

Immigrant advocates face escalating consequences and threats from the president.

Trump’s Dodgy Plan for TikTok

The details are murky, but it looks like the president is about to further enrich and empower his friends.

The Beginning of a New DOJ

Trump’s quest for retribution is remaking the department.