It’s no longer illegal to destroy the one thing endangered species need most to survive
The Endangered Species Act protects threatened and endangered animals from harm — but “harm” no longer explicitly includes habitat destruction,…
Who counts as “working class”?
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has an overwhelmingly college-educated membership. It still identifies as a “working class” group. Its…
How to slow down time when life keeps speeding up
Skydiving or watching the grass grow? Psychologists and Buddhists explain how we can stretch our time.
Hollywood’s outsize influence on baby names
An expert on how and why names get popular explains the hidden forces behind naming trends.
Welcome to America’s post-World Cup hangover
It’s time to mourn the surprisingly good vibes of the 2026 World Cup.
The most important thing about the big new federal housing law
Congress’s new housing law won’t fix your rent. It still matters.
How the Michigan Senate primary became a battle for Democrats’ soul
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks with Astead Herndon about electability, the left-right dichotomy, and more.
Did Trump fire someone trying to stop IRS abuses?
Federal law prohibits White House interference with the IRS.
Hegseth wants a more macho military. Testosterone shots won’t help.
Hegseth and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are obsessed with boosting the testosterone of American men. But doctors say that’s not…
A “Godzilla El Niño” next year could be a glimpse into the future
David Wallace-Wells explains why a record-setting El Niño could make 2027 feel like a preview of climate in the 2030s…