DREAMS AND NIGHTMARES

A fan's notes on Super Bowl week.

Ian Frazier on George W. S. Trow's "Eclectic, Reminiscent, Amused, Fickle, Perverse"

George William Swift Trow, Jr.,'s G name fit his quickness of wit and spirit, and his grace.

DEATH BECOMES HIM

“Mickey 17.”

L.A. CONFLAGRATIONAL

The classic mystery that prefigured the latest wildfires.

CROWN JEWEL

A golden age for the New Orleans king cake.

AS HARVARD GOES

Free-speech battles and outside pressures threaten American universities. Will the oldest bend or break?

JOIN MY MATREON!

Family, here's some big news: I have just launched a Matreon account, and I'm inviting you to be a part of this exciting community!

IF YOU CAN'T STAND THE HEAT

Why menopause never gets old.

THE POLITICS OF MORE

Do liberals need to learn how to build?

TRAGEDY AT ROCK SPRINGS

In 1885, white rioters killed dozens of Chinese immigrants. The story of the atrocity is still being unearthed.

HOME AGAIN

\"Grangeville\" and \"Curse of the Starving Class.\"

There Is New Thinking On Concussions in Sports

Thirty years ago, Dr. John Leddy was treating athletes at the University of Buffalo when he became frustrated with the conventional wisdom around concussions.

Years of War Leave Ukrainians Weary, But Determined to End It on Just Terms

Memes of Zelensky punching Trump swept Ukrainian social media.

Ex-Gov. Cuomo Enters NYC Race For Mayor

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who resigned in disgrace three years ago, announced his return to politics Saturday with a bid to be New York City's next mayor, joining a crowded primary field that includes embattled incumbent Eric Adams.

There's No Need to Fret Over EU Travel Authorization Yet

The United Kingdom has already unveiled its travel authorization system.

Nvidia AI Chips Reach China Despite U.S. Ban

Chinese buyers are circumventing U.S. export controls to order Nvidia's latest artificial intelligence chips, illustrating the challenges the Trump administration will face in choking off cutting-edge American technology.

How to Protect NATO From Trump

Responsible advisers and GOP lawmakers should redirect his focus to other targets, especially the EU.

U.S. Lags Far Behind Rivals Like China In Building Oceangoing Containerships

Asian shipyards churn out hundreds of big boxships and oil tankers a year. The U.S. is lucky if it can finish more than one each year.

Mondelez Plans Fluorescent-Glow Sour Patch Kids

The idea came from observing how Gen Z loves glow-in-the-dark elements.

Keep Your Digital Life Safe From Hackers

If you read our profile of former Disney employee Matthew Van Andel, whose life was destroyed following a single download, you might be wondering: How can I prevent this from happening to me?

European Allies Seek to Forge Their Own Ukraine Peace Plan

U.K,, France look to repair diplomatic damage after Trump outburst at Zelensky

Disabilities Spark A Conflict

Does the growing number of workers who identify as disabled help or harm accessibility?

AI Bots Serve as Wildfire Lookouts

Camera network has detected more than 1,200 blazes, often beating 911 callers

Oscars Show Love for 'Anora' and L.A.

Indie drama wins five awards, including best picture and actress, on a night that celebrates the fire-ravaged city

Power Stocks' AI Fever Shifts to Gas

Nuclear companies have been the main beneficiaries of a rally, but regulatory uncertainty could widen its scope

Chinese Chain Is Bigger Than McDonald's

It sells ice cream and sugary drinks for under $1. Its mascot looks like the love child of Frosty the Snowman and the Michelin Man. And its stores relentlessly blare a jingle set to the tune of \"Oh! Susanna.\"

Vance Defends Trump's Ukraine Strategy

After Zelensky spat, Democrats and some Republicans express frustration

The Sixers' Process Takes a Big Hit

Joel Embiid will miss the rest of the season with an injury and the Philadelphia 76ers' future looks as bleak as the past

Budget Fight Tees Up Power Struggle

Democrats say Congress has ceded too much power on spending and tariffs

Masculine Works by a French Master

An expansive show at the Getty shows how the Impressionist Gustave Caillebotte recorded his male subjects