“​​I vowed after The Civil War not to do any more war films,” says the master documentarian. “It hurt too much.” Lucky for us, he couldn’t keep his promise—paving the way for  The American Revolution, premiering this month on PBS.

What do people ask the popular chatbot? We analyzed thousands of chats to identify common topics discussed by users and patterns in ChatGPT’s responses.

Ironically, the more leaders can edit themselves, the less pressure their teams will feel to edit themselves.

Books like ‘Lean In’ encouraged women to privilege career advancement over family. But did the result put some on a road to burnout?

America holds a sizable lead, but China is working to tip the scales with a sweeping countrywide push, betting ‘swarms beat the titan’ Related Related 2 Related 3 Related 4 Related 5 Related 6 Related 7

Entrepreneurs typically have no shortage of passion, heart, and vision. But at Stanford University, Huggy Rao says there are other elements that may matter more when it comes to whether their projects succeed or fail. His research finds that visionaries often flounder not because they lack passion, but because they forget to take into account the planning, preparation and precision that is needed for real success. This week, we’ll examine how this problem shapes not just indi

At this year’s climate summit, the United States is out and Europe is struggling. But emerging countries are embracing renewable energy thanks to a glut of cheap equipment.

Wharton’s Angela Duckworth shares early findings from a national survey on cell phone use in American public schools. KEY TAKEAWAYS Teachers report higher satisfaction with stricter cell phone policies. Bell-to-bell policies are linked to more focused classrooms. In schools with bans, teachers reported increased student interaction.

WHY ELON MUSK NEEDS DUNGEONS & DRAGONS TO BE RACIST

The eight-hour workday has its roots in the 1860s. But it didn’t catch on for many decades after that. Quick Summary The 40-hour workweek, established by the 1938 Fair Labor Standards Act, became a benchmark after decades of labor activism. A 2025 Gallup poll shows 40% of full-time employees work 40 hours, while 38% work 41-59 hours, and 15% work over 60 hours. Companies experimenting with a four-day workweek reported improved employee retention, with resignations falling fro

What if the first search for life beyond Earth actually succeeded?

The Telepathy Tapes claims that autistic children have the ability to read minds. It's also one of the most popular podcasts in America, with a surprisingly robust audience in tech. Where do their claims come from — and why do so many people believe them? Excerpt: " ... . I’ve found myself vexed by the tight grip these psychic notions have, particularly on otherwise skeptical individuals and organizations. When something strikes so close to your heart, you have no choice bu

One important lesson: Keep pressing our limits until we reach our limits Quick Summary A retired couple completed a 4,800-mile tandem bicycle trip across America, emphasizing continuous learning and challenging limits. They found that slowing down, engaging with locals, and prioritizing nine hours of sleep daily were crucial for their journey. The experience provided a fresh perspective on retirement, highlighting the generosity of Americans and reducing daily anxieties.

Soft batteries and water-walking robots are among the many creations made possible by studying animals and plants.

Lab-grown “reductionist replicas” of the human brain are helping scientists understand fetal development and cognitive disorders, including autism. But ethical questions loom.

The winds of technological and geopolitical change have reached gale force and businesses everywhere must adjust their course or risk sinking. Some changes, such as price adjustments, supply-chain moves, or new marketing approaches, require insight and agility. But others demand major redesigns of processes, strategy, or even business models: genuine transformations that depend on system-wide innovation.

Companies are already putting AI agents to work, but much of their transformation potential is still untapped. Related

"Death by Lightning" dramatizes the stranger-than-fiction true story of 20th U.S. President James Garfield, and admirer Charles Guiteau, who assassinated him. New Netflix mini-series.

Rosalía’s new album mirrors the modern quest for salvation, in all its thrilling and frustrating contours. Somewhat related: the subdued American Papacy

Many technologies can be used in both healthy and unhealthy ways. You can indulge in food to the point of obesity, or even make it the subject of anxiety. Media can keep us informed, but it can also steal our focus and drain our energy, especially social media. AI can help students learn, or it can help them avoid learning. Technology itself has no agency to choose between these paths; we do.