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Curated guides to the best of the web

From Death Doulas to Opera Directors: The Changing Face of Community Heroes

Meet the creatives and activists bringing new forms of joy, support, and justice to their cities.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation Is on the Rise. Here’s How Activists Are Fighting Back.

From the “gayest city council in America” to the relentless joy of queer prom, activists are showing that even local actions can spur major change.

Bringing Systemic Injustices to Light, One Long Read (or Listen) at a Time

The cops and the courts are meant to protect. But in communities from Baton Rouge to Buffalo, civilians are calling foul on the system, and holding those in power accountable for failing the communities they serve.

How Europe Remains Divided on LGBTQ+ Rights This Pride Month

Pride marches are happening across Europe, from Berlin to Bucharest. But as LGBTQ+ friendly as the continent is, progress is not always evenly spread.

A Year Without Roe: Charting the Impact on America

The landmark decision has dramatically changed the landscape of abortion access in the U.S. Our reading list explores the scope of that change—and what we can expect ahead.

Everyone Is Eager to Forget Covid. But Who Are We Forgetting Along the Way?

Disability rights activist Emily Ladau amplifies the stories of people feeling not just left behind, but left out to dry.

How Dopamine Shapes Our Lives

What you need to know about the neurotransmitter on everyone’s mind these days.

Your Cringe-Filled Feelings of Disgust, Explained.

The science behind ‘The Ick,’ why certain sounds make you shudder, and what’s behind our obsession with cringe comedy.

7 ‘Fancy’ Recipes That Are Secretly, Delightfully Easy

From cheater’s deviled eggs to dirty martini pasta, these deceptively impressive dishes have no business tasting this good.

Essential Reading: Celebrating Juneteenth

Black writers on the history and traditions of America’s newest national holiday and why it has always been one of the most important days on the calendar.

Meet the Queer Icons-in-the-Making Shaping Pop Culture

From the Latin rap star to the model-turned-memoirist, these artists are setting the stage for what’s next.

The Top-Saved Long Reads of 2023 (So Far)

The Texas mom who stopped a serial killer, what happens to the stuff we return, and more.

The Mysterious Science Behind Your Wildest Dreams

Even as scientists learn more and more about dreams, we’re still just scratching the surface.

Breaking Down the TikTok Vernacular

The elder millennial’s guide to TikTok trends that have made it into the zeitgeist.

Everything You Need to Know About Donald Trump’s Second Indictment

The former president is facing federal charges. Catch up on the events leading up to the indictment and explore how the defense may play out.

Editor’s Picks: Remembering Cormac McCarthy

Looking back at the famed life and writing of the Pulitzer prize-winning author.

12 Summer Dessert Recipes

Make the most of fresh summer flavors with a dozen warm-weather treats to add to your repertoire.

The Case Against Time Management

Ignore the “productivity bros” and find inspiration to reclaim your time and attention, with advice from Jenny Odell, Oliver Burkeman, and more.

Pocket’s Top Stories of June 2023

How AI is making your job more tedious, what your new car knows about you, and more.

Do Smartphones Belong in Schools?

Device bans in schools are meant to protect young minds from being “forever elsewhere.” But some teachers are concerned by the potential for a different kind of distraction.