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How Biden Destroyed His Legacy

The president’s accomplishments are considerable, but on his signature issue of preserving democracy, he failed spectacularly.

Elon Musk Imagined a Cover-Up

The world’s wealthiest man revived an argument that the right already won.

Why Your Job Hunt Should Be a Quest

Being miserable at work is definitely a good reason for change. But how you go about it really matters for a happy outcome.

The Place Where I Grew Up Is Gone

And so is the man who made it magical

‘I Won’t Touch Instagram’

TikTok users are searching for a new home. Are there any good ones left?

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The Atlantic’s Crossword

The Atlantic’s crossword puzzle gets a little more challenging every day: Mondays are the easiest, with the biggest, most difficult puzzle on Sunday.