Russia’s Accidental No-Good, Very Failed Coup

The Russia experts Masha Gessen and Joshua Yaffa on the aftermath of Yevgeny Prigozhin’s armed mutiny.

The Tyranny of the Tale

We’re told that story will set us free. But what if a narrative frame is also a cage?

Camille Bordas Reads “Colorín Colorado”

The author reads her story from the July 10 & 17, 2023, issue of the magazine.

After “Barbie,” Mattel Is Raiding Its Entire Toybox

In an era when “pre-awareness” rules Hollywood, the company is ginning up plots for everything from Hot Wheels to UNO.

The Dark-Money Supreme Court

Our political roundtable looks at the Supreme Court’s conservative tilt as another term concludes, this one marked by ethics scandals and landmark rulings.

Beyoncé on Tour, and Russia’s No-Good, Very Failed Coup

Masha Gessen and Joshua Yaffa on the aftermath of the “coup” by the Wagner Group leader, and what lies ahead for Vladimir Putin. Plus, Carrie Battan on the summer’s hottest ticket.

As Trump Faces Charges, Who Is in Control of the Republican Party?

With Donald Trump facing thirty-four felony counts and the Senate Republican leader, Mitch McConnell, recoveringfrom a concussion, our political roundtable looks at who is currently leading the G.O.P.

Israel on the Brink: Understanding the Judicial Overhaul, and the Protests Against It

Two writers, Ruth and Avishai Margalit, talk with David Remnick about the extensive protests against anti-democratic maneuvering by the government. Plus, the country star Margo Price.

A.I. Pop Culture Is Already Here

We’re living in a world in which every style, every idea, and every possible remix can be generated as fast and frictionlessly as possible.

Better Call Someone [Anyone]

The indicted ex-President has gone missing.

Wealthy G.O.P. Donor Paid for Ginni Thomas’s Fur Pelts and Horns

A combative Thomas told reporters that the gifts she received were not luxury items but were derived from budget-priced rabbit and bison.

The Mood Inside the Courtroom Where Trump Was Arraigned

Eric Lach recounts the proceedings of the first time in history that a former President was brought before a court to face criminal charges.

Millions of Americans Who Have Paid Off Porn Stars Feel Under Attack

As the country heads into a Presidential-election year, this swath of the population could emerge as “a force to be reckoned with.”

Panicky Matt Gaetz Stops Payment on Several Checks

“Sometimes you make a decision that you think is going to turn out all right, and then you find out, no, it’s not going to,” the congressman said.

Melania Sends Thoughts and Prayers

“Mr. Trump had not been expecting to receive thoughts and prayers,” Mike Lindell, of MyPillow, said. “He’s mainly been focussing on donations.”

Marjorie Taylor Greene Caught in N.Y.C. Eating Soros-Backed Hebrew National Hot Dog

The Georgia congresswoman was photographed eating the Judaic sausage in Times Square while en route to having her picture taken with Elmo.

Trump’s Potential Trials Are a One-Man “Stress Test of the Legal System”

As the country braces for an indictment in Manhattan, our political roundtable looks at the precedents and politics behind the many criminal investigations into the former President.

Jia Tolentino on the Ozempic Weight-Loss Craze

A drug designed to treat diabetes is changing how celebrities—and maybe the rest of us—will look. Plus, D. T. Max on the Latino author who fabricated his very identity.

Putting Words in Their Mouths

The best words, mind you.

The TikTok Hearings Inspired Little Faith in Social Media or in Congress

During five hours of questioning, lawmakers seemed to cast the company as a scapegoat for the sins of all algorithmic platforms.