Put ‘Succession’ in the TV Pantheon
How dramatic unity, black comedy and political ambiguity made the show an all-time great.
‘The View’ Has Narrowed
Like so much of America, this influential show is less interested in vigorous debate.
The Ocean Is Looking More Menacing
There are a lot of unsettling signals coming from the world’s oceans right now.
The Great Debt Ceiling Drama’s Finale
Readers cheer the accord and the president but voice frustration over the process. Also: The Trump tape; anti-Trump Republicans; Amazon workers.
Forget Nouns. Verbs Are Where the Action Is.
When learning a language, people typically focus on nouns and adjectives first. But verbs are the real key.