Whatever You Do in Russia, Don’t Talk About the War
The New York Times · June 29, 2026
As Ukraine brings the war home to Russia, officials hesitate to designate shelters and blast sirens, downplaying the conflict’s consequences with euphemisms.
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The Overlooked Reason Europe Doesn’t Have AC
The Atlantic · June 28, 2026
As Europe experiences record-breaking heat waves, a cultural debate has emerged over the lack of air conditioning in European homes. The divide reflects deeper differences: while Americans view temperature control as a b…
Is Andy Burnham more than just a smart-casual Keir Starmer?
The Economist · June 29, 2026
As Andy Burnham prepares to unofficially secure the Labour Party leadership and become Britain's next prime minister, his self-confident style contrasts sharply with Keir Starmer's. However, his policy proposals show str…
An Intoxicating 500-Year-Old Mystery
The Atlantic · August 8, 2024
The Voynich Manuscript has long baffled scholars—and attracted cranks and conspiracy theorists. Now a prominent medievalist is taking a new approach to unlocking its secrets.
The People Who Will Thrive in the AI Age
The Atlantic · June 28, 2026
As artificial intelligence tools automate and ease daily tasks, workers are actually working more intensely. This shift will divide society not by raw intelligence, but by volition: those who use AI to think less will se…