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Here’s what sociologists want you to know about teen suicide

A new book on youth suicide clusters offers perspective on prevention.

How AI tells Israel who to bomb

AI is supposed to help militaries make precise strikes. Is that the case in Gaza?

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Why the Met Gala still matters

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If you want to belong, find a third place

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Drake was fighting with everyone — until Kendrick Lamar proved to be the ultimate challenger.

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