Germany’s AfD Has Changed the Political Map. The Reasons Go Beyond the East
The AfD’s breakthrough in Saxony-Anhalt has revived an old question about eastern Germany. But the forces behind its…
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When a President’s Version of Reality Becomes a Political Problem
Donald Trump’s disputed 9/11 stories are about more than one speech. They raise a larger question about what happens…
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Heat Stroke Isn’t Always Temporary. What Extreme Heat Can Do to the Body
A dangerous heat event can end long before the health consequences do. For some survivors, recovery can take months — or…
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AI Is Becoming a Political Test for Democrats. Do They Have a Plan?
As artificial intelligence moves from a technology story to a jobs, security, and economic issue, Democrats are being pushed…
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Climate Risk Is Becoming an Investment Problem. Can Big Investors Keep Ignoring It?
Extreme weather is creating financial risks for companies, infrastructure, and portfolios, while asset owners are…
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The Trump “Grand Conspiracy” Case Is Losing Momentum. What Does That Mean for the Justice Department?
The resignation of Joseph diGenova is the latest setback for a politically explosive investigation that has struggled to turn…
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The Bond Market Is Sending a Warning to Governments Around the World
Rising bond yields are exposing a deeper problem: the era of cheap borrowing may be ending as debt, deficits, inflation, and…
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Magnesium Is Having a Sleep Moment. But Does the Science Support the Hype?
Magnesium supplements are becoming a popular alternative to melatonin, but the evidence for better sleep remains limited —…
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The Biggest Barrier to New Cancer Cures Isn’t Science
America remains a world leader in biomedical research. But as cancer treatments grow more sophisticated, the hardest part of…
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China Changed Its Oil Strategy. The World Felt the Impact.
Beijing’s decision to sharply reduce crude imports during the Iran war has helped cushion global oil markets. But the…
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Why Trump’s Legal Battles Keep Landing in One Texas Court
A federal court in North Texas has become one of the most consequential venues in American law — and the reason has less to…
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