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Enjoy articles from Time and Smithsonian from the last 30 days.
Six Truths About Climate Action That All Companies Should Know
Sustainability is a multi-pronged strategy.
What History Can Teach Us About Constipation and the Gut
We’ve historically been obsessed with constipation. It’s shaped how we think about the gut, writes Elsa Richardson.
The VP Debate Shows How Performance Shapes Our Democracy
Politics is, oftentimes than not, theater—and that serves its own vital purpose, writes Julia Sonnevend.
Planet Earth Is in Critical Condition. These are the Steps the World Must Take to Change That
The Planetary Health Check is a key monitor of earth’s vital signs—and will guide action for a more sustainable world.
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Plato’s Solution to Price Gouging
If price gouging has played any role in spurring inflation, ancient thought suggests a legislative solution might only be a temporary patch.
The Presidential Election Will Shape the Future of Human Health
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump differ starkly on global health, write Jirair Ratevosian and Gavin Yamey.
As an American Rabbi, Israel’s Actions Don’t Make Me Feel Any Safer
‘Amidst all this fear-mongering we should remember Jewish tradition guides us to actively seek peace,’ writes Rabbi Kahn.
It’s Time to Tighten Enforcement of Iran Oil Sanctions
How Israel chooses to respond to Iran’s missile attack may be influenced by what the U.S. does to show that it will impose a price on Iran.
History Suggests Israeli Force Won’t Vanquish Hezbollah
The sobering lesson from the role of a 1982 Israeli military campaign in fueling the rise of Hezbollah.
The Importance of the Friend That Gets Other People Together
According to research, having a mixture of strong and weak social ties is key to living a healthy life, writes Katy Kelleher.
Jimmy Carter Is Famously Humble—But His Centennial Celebration Is Fitting
His centennial birthday celebration is fitting for a man whose presidency ushered in a new era of links between entertainment and politics.
Jimmy Carter Awakened My Patriotism in 1976. As He Turns 100, I’m Finding It Again
Jimmy Carter helped awaken my patriotism in 1976. As he turns 100, I’m finding it again.
I Quit Teaching Because of ChatGPT
“I found myself spending more time giving feedback to AI than to my students.”
How Qatar Became a Major Middle East Power Broker
The history behind the small country’s role as a key American ally that also maintains warm relations with Iran, the Taliban, and Hamas.
When It’s OK to Ghost Someone
Not all ghosting in dating is created equal, writes Myisha Battle.
When It’s OK to Ghost Someone
Not all ghosting in dating is created equal, writes Myisha Battle.
How the U.S. Can Contain Chinese Influence in America
Washington should not let Beijing claim to speak for all ethnic Chinese nor all Asians—and do more to engage with these communities.
The U.S. Should Fully Withdraw From Iraq
The U.S. announced an end to the coalition fighting Islamic State in Iraq. But it’s not clear how many troops will remain in the country.
Misinformation Is Exhausting. Listening Helps
“When it comes to misinformation, there’s only one thing we can know for certain: that nothing’s certain,” writes Bryan VanDyke.
Why Business Support for Harris-Walz Is Growing
New polling shows how CEOS are thinking about politics—and why they think Trump will lose.
The Death Penalty Fails America
‘Defending the sentence is often prioritized over justice,’ writes Brian Stull.
There’s ‘Hostile Architecture’ All Around Us. It’s Damaging Our Well-being
Homes, offices, schools, and roads aren’t just backdrops to our lives. They shape the kinds of people we become, writes Danish Kurani.
Kamala Harris Isn’t Talking About Being the First Female President. History Suggests That’s the Right Move
Harris is taking a page from the playbook that has long helped women advance the quest for equality.
What Harris and Trump Get Wrong About the Border
The Vice President rightly condemns Trump’s racism, but doesn’t push back on the claim that the U.S. is being invaded.
A Tale of Two Divergent Approaches to American Right-Wing Extremism
Local organizing efforts have huge sway on right-wing extremism. Just look at Sequim, Wash. and Shasta County, Calif., writes Sasha Abramsky.
History Exposes the Perils of Relying on Polls
In the 1948 election, polls led many journalists astray.
How Digital Technology Can Help the U.N. Achieve Its 2030 Agenda
Right now, 2.6 billion people around the world are not online. That creates real world problems that harm public health, social equality and economic development.
We Underfunded Our Libraries Once. It Almost Lost Us World War II
“The health of the nation’s libraries is a national security issue,” writes Elyse Graham.
It’s Time for U.S. Sports Teams to Recognize the Power of Latino Fans
A recently commissioned Nielsen study revealed Latino fans are the fastest-growing segment across all U.S. sports leagues.
As the Families of Murdered Hostages, Our Message to People in Power Is Simple: Act
Words did not save our loved ones. What the 101 hostages still in Gaza need from the world’s most powerful people is action.
Why the World's First Pet Cemetery Was Revolutionary
A new book charts the history of pet cemeteries and honors the universal experience of grieving an animal companion
The Madcap History of Mad Magazine Will Unleash Your Inner Class Clown
In a twist befitting its pages, the satirical, anti-establishment publication that delivered laughs and hijinks to generations of young readers gets the respect it always deserved with a new museum exhibition
These Colorful Drawings Defy Expectations of Shaker Art
Colorful, intricate drawings on view at the American Folk Art Museum are anything but simple
The Stratocaster Became Rock Music’s Most Iconic Guitar 70 Years Ago
The plucky design behind the legendary instrument that forever changed the look of rock ‘n’ roll
Later in Life, Claude Monet Obsessed Over Water Lilies. His Paintings of Them Were Some of His Greatest Masterpieces
Completed more than a century ago, these artworks reveal the Impressionist’s triumphs—and struggles
The Race to Save Mezcal From the World
Climate change, corporate money, soaring demand—can Mexico’s local agave growers find a viable path for a beloved beverage?
How Tyrus Wong Spent 106 Years Making the World More Beautiful
The Chinese American artist left a breathtaking legacy that ranged from fine art to Disney movies to Christmas cards
These 15 Groovy Photos Capture the Joy of Music
Musical instruments have existed for eons, and humans continue to create and enjoy them
The Paris Summer Olympics: Smithsonian's Guide to the Games
Prepare yourself for the Paris Olympics with this comprehensive guide to the history, science, arts and thrills of the worldwide celebration
The First Tango in Paris Made a Stir Worth Remembering
As breaking makes its debut at this summer’s Olympics, take a look back more than a century when another dance rocked the City of Lights