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Charles M. Blow on the crisis facing local newspapers By some estimates, more than 3,200 print newspapers have vanished since 2005, with an estimated two newspapers closing each week, while funding for public broadcasting also shrinks. Oct 24
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl on Rosh Hashanah, and a return to "our better selves" As the Jewish calendar marks Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl offers a message to us all about commemorating the New Year. Sep 21
Commentary: James Fallows on the lessons to take from political violence "Breaking the News" writer James Fallows says that when political violence erupts, there are lessons we can take – about cycles of political violence, and our reactions to it. Sep 14
Commentary: Health expert's plea to GOP senator regarding RFK Jr. Dr. Timothy Johnson has a message for a fellow doctor, Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who'd promised oversight of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Sep 7
Jim Gaffigan on the summer harvest: Too many cukes! The comedian and aspiring gardener talks about the advantages, and disadvantages, of a bountiful harvest. Aug 31
To tip or not to tip: That is David Sedaris' question The humorist has some thoughts about gratuities, especially when they're pre-programmed onto a screen. Aug 10
Former Obama speechwriter David Litt on finding neutral ground "Common ground" may be increasingly difficult to find when everything seems political. Instead, David Litt suggests finding "neutral ground" with others – spending time together focused on something other than our differences (like, surfing). Jul 20
How is Jim Gaffigan as a father? Hear it from one of his kids The comedian's youngest son, Patrick Gaffigan, offers his take on Jim Gaffigan as a role model, and it's not pretty. Happy Father's Day, Jim! Jun 15
From celebrating Juneteenth to the erasure of Black history: Charles M. Blow on America today The political analyst and former NYT columnist says that pluralism and racial justice have been demoted in the months since Trump re-took office, as his administration has moved to purge the government (and much of society) of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Jun 8
Faith Salie offers her two cents on the end of the penny The U.S. Treasury announced that, by early next year, it will cease making new pennies, which cost almost four times to make what they are actually worth. But Faith Salie says that, while phasing out the one-cent coin might make sense, its loss is more than what we can calculate. Jun 1
Health expert calls Trump's medical research cuts "reckless destruction" Dr. Timothy Johnson says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Trump administration risks destroying America's medical research infrastructure and prompting a "brain drain" of scientists to other countries. May 25
Jim Gaffigan on how best to celebrate Dads this Mother's Day The comedian has a brilliant idea on how to pay tribute to fathers in a way that is not at all self-serving (really!), even if it takes 35 days to do so. May 11
Gerald Ford and America's "moral obligation" to refugees Historian Douglas Brinkley looks at how President Ford's welcoming of tens of thousands of South Vietnamese refugees after Saigon fell reflected America's history, diversity and compassion. Apr 27
Jim Gaffigan: When will it be safe to retire from parenting? The comedian, a self-described workaholic, reflects on the demands of his other job, that of parent to five. Apr 20
Princeton President Christopher Eisgruber on addressing challenges facing higher education Universities have found themselves under pressure from President Trump – from blocked funds for research, to attacks on their admission policies and diversity programs. Princeton's president says, "The stakes are really high." 15H ago
George Clooney on "Jay Kelly," fame and family In his latest film, George Clooney plays a familiar role – one of the world's biggest movie stars – who nonetheless tries to reconcile professional success and his personal shortcomings. Nov 2
Dealing with the crushing costs of child care For some, the high cost of child care in the U.S. is a higher expense than rents and mortgages, or even in-state college tuition, and has pushed tens of thousands of women out of the workforce this year alone. Nov 2
Salman Rushdie on "The Eleventh Hour" and free speech The author talks about his first fiction published since the 2022 attack that nearly killed him; his own immigrant experience in the U.S.; and what happens when freedom of speech dies. Nov 2
Ken Burns on America's origin story: "The most important event since the birth of Christ" The documentary filmmaker, long a chronicler of the American experience, talks about his latest film for PBS, "The American Revolution," and why the end of the Revolutionary War did not mean the end of our nation's revolution. Nov 2
The Book Report: Ron Charles' latest picks (Nov. 2) The Washington Post book reviewer offers highlights from fall's fiction and non-fiction releases. Nov 2
Book excerpt: "The Wayfinder" by Adam Johnson The Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winner returns with an epic tale set in Polynesia a thousand years in the past. Nov 2
Book excerpt: "1929" by Andrew Ross Sorkin The New York Times financial columnist's new book looks back to Wall Street's most catastrophic market collapse. Nov 2
Book excerpt: "Love, Sex, and Frankenstein" by Caroline Lea The author of "The Glass Woman" returns with a gripping reimagining of how young Mary Shelley created her classic horror novel. Nov 2
Book excerpt: "A Guardian and a Thief" by Megha Majumdar A National Book Award finalist, Megha Majumdar's novel is set in India in a climate-ravaged near-future. Nov 2
Commentaries
Why a 13-year-old baseball fan cheers for more than one team
A lot of sports fans get behind team rivalries, but Augustus Salie-Semel suggests that embracing more than one team (for example, the Yankees AND the Red Sox!) offers valuable lessons outside of sports.
Charles M. Blow on the crisis facing local newspapers
By some estimates, more than 3,200 print newspapers have vanished since 2005, with an estimated two newspapers closing each week, while funding for public broadcasting also shrinks.
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl on Rosh Hashanah, and a return to "our better selves"
As the Jewish calendar marks Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Angela Buchdahl offers a message to us all about commemorating the New Year.
Commentary: James Fallows on the lessons to take from political violence
"Breaking the News" writer James Fallows says that when political violence erupts, there are lessons we can take – about cycles of political violence, and our reactions to it.
Commentary: Health expert's plea to GOP senator regarding RFK Jr.
Dr. Timothy Johnson has a message for a fellow doctor, Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who'd promised oversight of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Jim Gaffigan on the summer harvest: Too many cukes!
The comedian and aspiring gardener talks about the advantages, and disadvantages, of a bountiful harvest.
To tip or not to tip: That is David Sedaris' question
The humorist has some thoughts about gratuities, especially when they're pre-programmed onto a screen.
Former Obama speechwriter David Litt on finding neutral ground
"Common ground" may be increasingly difficult to find when everything seems political. Instead, David Litt suggests finding "neutral ground" with others – spending time together focused on something other than our differences (like, surfing).
How is Jim Gaffigan as a father? Hear it from one of his kids
The comedian's youngest son, Patrick Gaffigan, offers his take on Jim Gaffigan as a role model, and it's not pretty. Happy Father's Day, Jim!
From celebrating Juneteenth to the erasure of Black history: Charles M. Blow on America today
The political analyst and former NYT columnist says that pluralism and racial justice have been demoted in the months since Trump re-took office, as his administration has moved to purge the government (and much of society) of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
Faith Salie offers her two cents on the end of the penny
The U.S. Treasury announced that, by early next year, it will cease making new pennies, which cost almost four times to make what they are actually worth. But Faith Salie says that, while phasing out the one-cent coin might make sense, its loss is more than what we can calculate.
Health expert calls Trump's medical research cuts "reckless destruction"
Dr. Timothy Johnson says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Trump administration risks destroying America's medical research infrastructure and prompting a "brain drain" of scientists to other countries.
Jim Gaffigan on how best to celebrate Dads this Mother's Day
The comedian has a brilliant idea on how to pay tribute to fathers in a way that is not at all self-serving (really!), even if it takes 35 days to do so.
Gerald Ford and America's "moral obligation" to refugees
Historian Douglas Brinkley looks at how President Ford's welcoming of tens of thousands of South Vietnamese refugees after Saigon fell reflected America's history, diversity and compassion.
Jim Gaffigan: When will it be safe to retire from parenting?
The comedian, a self-described workaholic, reflects on the demands of his other job, that of parent to five.
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Book excerpt: "1929" by Andrew Ross Sorkin
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Book excerpt: "A Guardian and a Thief" by Megha Majumdar
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