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Sally Rooney Books Banned in UK Over Palestine Action
Faber & Faber stops UK sales of Sally Rooney's books after UK labels Palestine Action a terrorist group.
Imogen West-Knights · 1m
Trump's Ukraine Deal with Russia
Trump's sudden Russian diesel deal sparks Ukraine crisis.
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Trump’s Press Secretary Lies
Katie Zacharia’s shaky claims and Trump’s lies make her perfect for the job.
Ian Prasad Philbrick · 1m
Kids Look Like Dad: Parenting Advice Column
Parents share how kids resemble their husbands, causing frustration.
A.J. Daulerio · 1m
How Many Kids Did You Kill Today?
New York mayor Zohran Mamdani faces backlash over Palestinian rights stance at Oct 7 vigil.
Aymann Ismail · 1m
Trump Walks Back Execution Livestream Plan
Trump cancels public livestream of Nidal Hasan's execution after backlash from conservatives.
Molly Olmstead · 2m
Muppet Types and Chaos Theory
Dahlia Lithwick and June Thomas revisit Muppet character types through chaos theory.
Slate Staff · 1m
Kelly Clarkson’s $15,000 Bird Incident
Kelly Clarkson’s online feud with Brooklyn gift shop Art of Play over a $15,000 animatronic bird.
Heather Schwedel · 1m
Cornell Frat Ban Sparks Debate Over Greek Life
Dartmouth alum reflects on how fraternities devalue women and why Cornell banned the 'Cornell Seven' frat.
Susan Matthews · 1m
Boyfriend's Sex Howl
Boyfriend's sex howl: a low moan during orgasm sounds like a dog's bark.
Jessica Stoya · 1m
Trump Economy Fails Midterms
Trump's economic policies backfire as inflation and wages hurt Republican chances.
Ian Prasad Philbrick · 1m
Slate's 30th Anniversary Muppet Theory
Slate's 30th anniversary podcast revisits Muppet Theory as a 30-year-old explanation for chaos.
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Cornell Case Exposes Consent Language Limits
Snapchat messages from Cornell fraternity reveal how consent language fails to protect victims.
Christel Trutmann · 2m
Mother-in-law denies dessert to one child
Grandma's body shaming over dessert sparks parenting conflict.
Nicole Chung · 1m
Mark Zuckerberg's Cute A.I. Mascot Strategy
Meta's Muse mascot wins trust by being cute, not magical.
Alex Kirshner · 1m
Husband's Sleep Sexsomnia
Husband's sleep sexsomnia disrupts relationship, needs medical help.
Jessica Stoya · 1m
Ilhan Omar Home Raid Under Scrutiny
Trump administration raids Ilhan Omar's home amid immigration fraud claims.
Patrick Reis · 1m
Shane Gillis Slams Women as Whores on SNL Monologue
Shane Gillis' SNL monologue called women 'whores' sparking outrage over rape culture.
Nadira Goffe · 1m
Husband's Work Complaints Hurt Marriage
Wife wants husband to stop complaining about work.
Doree Shafrir · 1m
Slate Mini Crossword for Oct. 13, 2026
Slate's Oct 13 crossword puzzle challenges solvers with a letter A mystery.
Kiran Pandey · 1m
Hester Prynne Wore Letter A in Scarlet Letter
Hester Prynne's 'A' in The Scarlet Letter: What did it stand for?
Ray Hamel · 1m
Mom Ran Over Daughter's Halloween Paint Can
Mother accidentally damages daughter's Halloween art project, sparking family conflict.
Jenée Desmond-Harris · 1m
Pussyhat Feminism: A 10-Year Legacy
The pink pussyhat that started as a feminist symbol now sparks debate over its legacy and impact on activism.
Kate Lindsay · 1m
Slate SoundBites for October 13, 2026
Slate's October 13, 2026 crossword puzzle features a five-letter word and a four-letter word.
Jenny Fey · 1m
Slate Mini Crossword for Oct. 12, 2026
Slate's Oct 12 2026 crossword puzzle challenges with a bird adjective.
Adrianne Baik · 1m
Adjective Pavonine Bird Quiz
Pavonine is the adjective for a specific bird species.
Ray Hamel · 1m
Hidden Restaurants in NYC and California
Discovering secret eateries behind subway doors and bathroom entrances.
Noah Lederman · 1m
Mother's Silent Move
A mother's sudden estrangement from her children leads to a search for answers in online groups of estranged parents.
Christina Wyman · 1m
My Parents Warned Me That My Husband Couldn’t Support My 'Lifestyle'
Wife leaves husband after he refuses to support her lifestyle.
Ilyce Glink · 1m
Slate Pears Game 424
Slate's daily word game Pears reaches 424 games with new word additions.
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Elon Musk's Traumatic Self-Myth
Alex Gibney's documentary reveals Musk's manipulative power and dangerous recklessness.
Lizzie O’Leary · 1m
Parenting Advice on Coat Perfectionism
A parent struggles with daughter's refusal to wear a repaired winter coat due to perceived imperfections.
Arionne Nettles · 1m
Friend's Wedding Cash Gripe
A friend's decades-old wedding cash theft claim strains a long-term friendship.
Ilyce Glink · 1m
Dad's Death, Mom's Gloom
Daughter asks mom to stop mocking dad after his death.
Arionne Nettles · 1m
Slate Mini Crossword for Oct. 9, 2026
Slate's Oct. 9 crossword puzzle challenges with a thong-themed clue.
K. Austin Collins · 1m
Slate News Quiz: Daylight Saving Time Quiz
Slate's news quiz tests your knowledge on daylight saving time, British air force base evacuations, and the Nobel Prize.
Ray Hamel · 1m
Money Advice: Separating Finances to Avoid Accusations
A couple’s proposal to split finances sparks accusations of hiding money, with advice on accountability and trust.
Elizabeth Spiers, Athena Valentine · 1m
How to Get Your Partner to Dress Better Without Being Insensitive
A clever trick to help your partner dress professionally without hurting their feelings.
Jenée Desmond-Harris · 1m
Cortisol Test Results Show What's Really Wrong
Tracking cortisol levels reveals daily habits, not stress.
Talia Barrington · 1m
My Undesirable Friends: Exile
Russian journalists flee Putin's war as their documentary reveals the cost of truth.
Sam Adams · 1m
David Ellison Mergers Media Giants
David Ellison merges Paramount, Skydance, Warner Bros. Discovery in Hollywood mega-merger.
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Bernadette Greene-Placentia Claims Rape During Campaign
Congresswoman candidate Bernadette Greene-Placentia says she was raped while campaigning in Arizona, highlighting sexual violence risks for women.
Jill Filipovic · 1m
Shadow Court Rescues Democracy
A shadow court could challenge Supreme Court power and protect democracy.
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Slate's 30th Birthday Astrology
Slate's 30th birthday astrologer reveals its birth chart: Cancer sun, Virgo rising, Libra moon.
Heather Schwedel · 1m
Senate Democrats' Path to Control
Maine Senate race could decide Democrats' Senate control with Susan Collins as key hurdle.
Jim Newell · 1m
30 Rock Survives 20 Years of Cancellation Threats
Tina Fey's 30 Rock defies cancellation fears through sharp writing and absurdity after 20 years.
Sam Adams · 1m
Jane Doe Deserves Better From The Internet
Jane Doe's civil suit against Cornell University sparks internet backlash and calls for better #MeToo responses.
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Slate Mini Crossword for Oct. 10, 2026
Slate's Oct. 10 crossword puzzle challenges with a thong-themed clue.
Quiara Vasquez · 1m
Slate Pears Game 423
Slate's Pears game 423 features CARACARA as a longest word for the fourth time.
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Intellectuals Lament Books' Death for Decades
Why reading decline fears are overblown.
Laura Miller · 1m
Husband Cheats While Pregnant
Pregnant spouse discovers husband's new pregnancy and threatens to end marriage.
Michelle Herman · 1m
My Dad’s New Girlfriend Is the One Person Who Should Be Off Limits
A teen babysitter becomes dad’s new girlfriend, sparking family tension.
Jenée Desmond-Harris · 2m
Why Beer Seasons Don't Need to Creep
Craft beer brands release seasonal beers earlier than fall to match shifting consumer demand and climate challenges.
Courtney Iseman · 1m
Slate Mini Crossword for Oct. 11, 2026
Slate Mini Crossword puzzle released for Oct. 11, 2026.
Dan Kois · 1m
Moms and Drugs
Moms use Adderall, Xanax, and cocaine to cope with parenting.
Susannah Bradley · 1m
Slate Crossword Puzzle
Slate's Oct 11, 2026 crossword puzzle challenges readers with a thong-themed clue.
Chandi Deitmer · 1m
Sibling Divorce Rumors and Family Confusion
How to respond to false divorce rumors without escalating family conflict.
Michelle Herman · 1m
Knitting Crafters Online Drama
Crafters online destroy each other over knitting and crochet disputes.
Kate Lindsay · 1m
Slate Pears Game 422
Slate's daily word game ends with 422 new words.
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Josh Hartnett's Netflix Show Kissing Dead Fish
Josh Hartnett's Netflix thriller Below mixes Newfoundland folklore with climate dread in a screech-in of a story.
Rebecca Onion · 1m