Dear Free Presser, If you’ve spent the last few weeks glued to the news, you’re not alone. Today we’re encouraging you to take a breath and read some of our coverage that will take your mind off the Middle East. Below are some of our most-read and most-shared pieces from last month that don’t focus on the war. These stories made people smarter, changed a few minds, and helped our readers find more meaning in their lives. This is what a Free Press subscription looks like in a normal week. Essential journalism and provocative commentary, published every day. You have been reading The Free Press as a free subscriber. If you’ve been meaning to upgrade, now’s a good time—you’ll get every piece we publish hot off the digital press. And here’s more good news. We now have a new special offer: New subscribers to The Free Press get their first seven days free. If you want to try our paid subscription and see why our members love it, start your free trial today. For now, read some of our favorites from February. We think you’ll love them. With gratitude, The Free Press Become a paid subscriber Get access to our comments section, special columns like TGIF and Things Worth Remembering, tickets in advance to our live events, and more. UPGRADE TODAY |