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The “feminist” case against having sex for fun

American conservatives are cozying up to British feminists who argue that the sexual revolution has hurt women.

By Eric Levitz

Can Canada stave off populism?

Justin Trudeau’s true dough plans to fight populism with policy.

By Amanda Lewellyn

Compassion is making a comeback in America

A decade ago, research showed a troubling dip in empathy. A new study provides more hope.

By Jamil Zaki

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Our appliances are more efficient than ever. Why doesn’t it feel like it?

You actually can use less energy and have more convenience in your home.

By Umair Irfan

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My adult kids found themselves in nature. Will my youngest lose herself in her phone?

My 12-year-old daughter will inherit a warmer world — and, I fear, a lonelier one.

By Tracy Ross

Ukraine aid and a potential TikTok ban: What’s in the House’s new $95 billion bill

It heads to the Senate this week, and could soon be law.

By Li Zhou

The Supreme Court doesn’t seem eager to get involved with homelessness policy

Grants Pass v. Johnson is probably going to end badly for homeless people, but it’s not yet clear how broad the Court’s decision will be.

By Ian Millhiser

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I gave up meat and gained so much more

The delightful abundance of going vegan.

By Marina Bolotnikova and Christine Mi

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Is homelessness a crime?

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By Alex Abad-Santos April 19

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By Eric Levitz April 19

Jontay Porter’s lifetime NBA ban highlights the risks of sports gambling

By Li Zhou April 18

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By Fabiola Cineas April 18

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By Nicole Narea April 18

The history of Arizona’s Civil War-era abortion ban

By Nicole Narea April 18

Your brain’s privacy is at risk. The US just took its first big step toward protecting it.

By Sigal Samuel April 18

Monkey Man’s imperfect political critique still packs a punch

By Li Zhou April 18

Everything ends. Even Bluey.

By Bryan Walsh April 18

The endless quest to replace alcohol

By Rebecca Jennings April 18

The very short Mayorkas impeachment trial, explained

By Li Zhou April 17

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By Whizy Kim April 17

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By Haleema Shah April 17

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By Dylan Matthews April 17

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By Anna North April 17

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By Ian Millhiser April 17

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By Nicole Narea April 16

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