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The Everyday, Eco-Friendly Actions That Save You Money at Home

Small household changes—like cutting back on meat, embracing a wilder yard, and even repurposing your empty jars—can cut costs and add up to help our planet recover from generations of damage.

5 Things You Should Read About the Huge Fox News Defamation Settlement

Unpacking the broadcasting giant’s $757.5 million defamation suit settlement with Dominion Voting Systems.

The Supreme Court Takes up the Abortion Pill: What You Need To Know

How another landmark case before the high court could affect abortion access nationwide.

What to Read If You Miss Watching Saturday Morning Cartoons

Escape adulthood with a deep dive into the animated shows of your youth. Pairs perfectly with your favorite sugary cereal.

How to Transform Packaged Food Into Your New Favorite Meal

Low-effort ways to upgrade your go-to staples, from brownie mix that tastes homemade to grown-up mac and cheese you can have ready in just a few.

Traveling Is More Expensive Than Ever. Here’s How to Do It Anyway.

Prices for hotels, flights, and Airbnbs are sky-high. But have you considered *albergo diffuso*—or a luxury bus?

Surveillance Technology: Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

Rapid advances in artificial intelligence are supposedly meant to improve governance and security, but so far the true impact has been increasing the risk of bias, misidentification, and privacy violations.

From Blockbuster to RadioShack: Revisiting the Stores That Shaped Us

Retail therapy meets nostalgia with these love letters to sorely missed retailers.

How Math Predicts Everything

From your favorite song to how we’ll save the planet.

The Unseen Forces Influencing Our World Today

From rhythm to imaginary friends.

Unexpected Flavor Combos Too Delicious Not to Try

From the gooey delight of cheesy hot chocolate to a good old-fashioned PB and mayo sandwich.

The Best Writing About Punctuation. Full Stop.

If you have strong opinions about em dashes—or the Oxford comma—this reading list is for you.

How You Should Be Using ChatGPT Right Now

A practical guide to how you can and can’t use AI in your everyday life—even if it feels terrifying right now.

Everything You Need To Know About Donald Trump’s Arraignment

What to read to understand the unprecedented case against the former president.

What Writers and Editors Are Reading: March 2023

How to forgive a difficult colleague, the struggle to treat chronic pain, and a small business trying to stay afloat amidst the homelessness crisis: Catch up on the best recommendations from our favorite writers and editors.

Celebrate Trans Joy With Jazz Jennings, Munroe Bergdorf, and More

Discover all matters of wonder, delight, and comfort—from a wig-reviewing baby to the OpenAI sandbox to rollercoaster YouTube.

What’s at Stake for U.S. Trans Rights in 2023

Making sense of the rising legislative attacks on the trans community.

Where to Donate to Support the U.S. Trans Community

Discover 15 non-profit organizations built to support the trans community through public policy and education, financial help, and healthcare resources.

My Joy List: Jazz Jennings

The activist, author, reality TV star, and Harvard student finds joy in roller coaster videos, chiropractic ASMR, and more.

How to Make Budgeting Feel Less Like a Chore

From the best apps to track your spending to how you can combat inflation at the grocery store.