New York Times
Contributing Op-Ed Writer: Trump’s First Year in One Word
“Complicit” earns top honors in 2017, and that implicates us all.
Air Pollution May Weaken the Bones
People living in polluted areas had higher rates of osteoporosis and bone fractures.
The Interpreter: Seven Critical Truths About North Korea
Truth No. 1: North Korea is a nuclear power now. Get used to it. But don’t fear the worst.
Review: ‘The Fountainhead,’ High-Tech, Juicy and Full of Pulp
Ivo van Hove’s hypnotic adaptation of Ayn Rand’s notorious 1943 novel speaks to the primitive narcissist in all of us. (Mr. Trump, are you listening?)
Holiday Hits, Christmas Comebacks and Some Jingle Bell Schlock
Notable new seasonal releases from a wide variety of artists, including Gwen Stefani, Sia, Herb Alpert and Liz McComb. And some golden-oldie reissues.
Matt Lauer’s History at ‘Today’: Two Decades of Highs and Lows
From some awkward interviews to narrating the events of 9/11, Mr. Lauer had spent more than 20 years at “Today” before he was fired this week.
Finally Putting Some Fun in Erectile Dysfunction
Shove over, silver foxes! Cloud pharmacies will save millennial men from shame, sending trendy boxes of Viagra and hair-loss cures direct to home.
Trilobites: Tracking the Elusive Whale Shark
A new study includes data and photos identifying the big sea creatures — especially the young — and where they like to hang out.
Taking the ‘Lady’ Out of the Lady Bag
Dior enlists a team of artists to give its classic handbag a brash makeover.
Personal Health: New Recognition for Chronic Fatigue
A major shift is underway as far as how to approach treatment of a condition once met with skepticism.
On Sports Gambling: Among Bettors, College Football Is Shoving the N.F.L. Aside
“Their product isn’t very good these days,’’ a bookmaker said of the N.F.L. and its various troubles, as bets on college football rise.
Tech We’re Using: Why Old-Fashioned Tools Remain Key for Reporting
Emily Steel, a media reporter for The Times, uses encrypted messaging apps and plenty of new tech. But she still harbors a love for the telephone.
Royal Engagement Seen as Symbol of Change, With Asterisks
Some media commentators warned that the powerful symbolism did not diminish structural racism across Britain.
California Today: California Today: Graduate Students Fear Tax Increase
Wednesday: Tax rise for grad students, San Francisco street taken back, Bitcoin mania and Chip Kelly.
A Sharp Decline for Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’
The latest ratings show that viewers are tuning out NBC’s fun-and-games approach and flocking to the politically engaged Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel.
North Korea Says It’s Now a Nuclear State. Could That Mean It’s Ready to Talk?
The North’s claims about its latest missile test raise the question of whether a deal to freeze its arsenal could be a possibility.
Tech Fix: The Best Ways to Share Your Smartphone Photos This Holiday
Tech tools make it easy to efficiently share large numbers of photos with your family. Here are some of the best approaches.
MTV Searches for ‘Jersey Shore’ Magic on the Florida Panhandle
The creator of “Floribama Shore,” the name of which is meant to evoke “Jersey Shore,” says the show is different and the cast is more earnest and vulnerable.
In the Studio With the Artist Who Painted Jay-Z
Henry Taylor, who made two works for T magazine’s holiday issue, reflects on his art — and on the music mogul.
Matt Lauer, North Korea, Reno: Your Wednesday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know to start your day.