admin The Encounter
A short story
A Canvas as Big as the Country
Don’t ask what Frederic Church’s massive, immersive landscapes mean. Just look.
Why Calls to ‘Save Democracy’ Don’t Work
Trump voters don’t care to defend institutions that they see as illegitimate.
David Hockney Slowed Down Time
The tireless artist, who died this week, understood how to reclaim life’s passing moments.
The Emperor Has No Ludus Magnus
The most notable thing about President Trump’s South Lawn fight is its curious lack of ambition.
The U.S. and Iran Might Actually Have a Deal
The two sides say they are close to an agreement to end a war that has left everyone badly bruised.
The Kennedy Center, Minus Trump
After a judge said the president’s name had to go, crowds braced for a cathartic moment.
Atlantic Trivia: Presidential Birthdays
Test your knowledge—and read our stories for a little extra help.
Leave Your Airplane-Window Shades Open
Only watching movies on the plane takes away from whatever magic is left in air travel.
Olivia Rodrigo Has No Chill
The pop star’s biggest asset is her ferocity—and her new record doubles down on those big, messy feelings.