The End of the Music Business The End of the Music Business
A century of recorded music has culminated in the infinite archive of streaming platforms. But is it really better for listeners?
Apr 10, 2023 / Feature / Ethan Iverson
Letters: 23andMe and Your Biodata Letters: 23andMe and Your Biodata
A scientist from 23andMe and a historian of science discuss aspects of the genetic-testing corporation's DNA-for-profit model.
Apr 8, 2023
A Zealot Judge Has Ordered a Nationwide Abortion Pill Ban A Zealot Judge Has Ordered a Nationwide Abortion Pill Ban
Texas Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk’s ruling threw the fate of mifepristone into question. The case is likely headed to the Supreme Court within days.
Apr 7, 2023 / Elie Mystal
Caitlin Clark’s Lesson for White Athletes: Don’t Be a MAGA Pawn Caitlin Clark’s Lesson for White Athletes: Don’t Be a MAGA Pawn
When given the lucrative chance to demonize a rival player, Clark chose a different path.
Apr 7, 2023 / Dave Zirin
Stop Gatekeeping Architecture Stop Gatekeeping Architecture
We all inhabit, and therefore participate in, the built environment.
Apr 7, 2023 / Kate Wagner
The Tennessee GOP’s Shameful Expulsion of 2 Black Legislators The Tennessee GOP’s Shameful Expulsion of 2 Black Legislators
When Tennessee Representatives Justin Jones and Justin Pearson led a protest at the state capitol, the Republican-controlled legislature bared its teeth.
Apr 7, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
Democrats Can Win on Trans Issues—but Only if They Fight Democrats Can Win on Trans Issues—but Only if They Fight
Though culture war bigotry loses at the ballot box, centrist Democrats have been too quick to surrender.
Apr 7, 2023 / Jeet Heer
The End of Business Unionism at the United Auto Workers—and Beyond? The End of Business Unionism at the United Auto Workers—and Beyond?
In the first-ever elections where members voted directly for the top leadership, UAW reformers on the Members United slate just won every race they entered.
Apr 7, 2023 / Becca Roskill
Their Loved Ones Were Killed by Police. Why Are Officers Still Harassing Them? Their Loved Ones Were Killed by Police. Why Are Officers Still Harassing Them?
In Los Angeles County, grieving families are retaliated against for speaking out against police violence.
Apr 7, 2023 / Photo Essay / Francisco Aviles Pino