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  1. q&a
    The Perfect Nanny Author on Why We Can’t Look Away From Domestic Horror StoriesPerfect Nanny author Leïla Slimani on the difference between French and American mothers — and why she’s not watching the New York nanny trial.
  2. profiles
    Gideon Adlon Is Ready for AnythingPamela Adlon’s eldest daughter prepares to navigate stardom — and answer the tough questions — in the era of #MeToo.
  3. the literary world
    The Paris Review Has Finally Found a New EditorTo replace disgraced former editor Lorin Stein.
  4. feminism
    Last Night, The Wing Welcomed Hillary Clinton Into the Coven“This is part of your legacy,” founder Audrey Gelman told her at last night’s event.
  5. media
    13 Actual Jewish RebellionsIn response to the Washington Post’s controversial “I’m tired of being a Jewish man’s rebellion” essay.
  6. personal essays
    14 Hilarious Reactions to the ‘Jewish Rebellion’ EssayA Washington Post essay titled “I am tired of being a Jewish man’s rebellion” has ignited a tidal wave of controversy.
  7. character studies
    Brendan Fraser Is Giving the Most Delightful Performance on TV Right NowFX’s Trust marks the beginning of a full-fledged Brendanaissance.
  8. profiles
    Holly Taylor’s American DreamThe Americans’ star on the end of her show — and navigating the industry on her own terms.
  9. talking to
    10 Teenagers on Love, Simon and What It’s Actually Like to Come Out in 2018“Anyone who says a movie like this isn’t important is so out of touch, because I’ve had three friends come out to me since seeing it.”
  10. hotshot
    You’ll Never Guess What Selena Gomez’s Favorite New Accessory IsHint: It’s a “good” book.
  11. books
    I Am So Jealous of Tavi Gevinson’s Custom Secret History JacketInspired by the cult novel by Donna Tartt.
  12. keeping up with the kardashians
    Kendall Jenner Finally Responds to Rumors About Her Sexuality“I don’t think I have a bisexual or gay bone in my body,” she tells Vogue.
  13. what happens at burning man
    A Wrinkle In Time’s Most Burning Man MomentsIt’s a movie best-appreciated with a healthy dose of childlike wonder, or a fist full of psychedelic drugs
  14. music videos
    Is Taylor Swift’s New Video a Copy of This Perfume Ad?The similarities are striking.
  15. cat person
    ‘Cat Person’ Author Is Writing a Horror MovieCan’t wait for the think pieces.
  16. women in hollywood
    5 Practical Strategies That Could Change Hollywood: Inclusion Riders and MoreFrom salary transparency to government funding.
  17. oscars 2018
    The Hollywood PR Machine Has Finally Caught Up to #MeTooThat doesn’t mean things have actually changed.
  18. how i get it done
    How I Get It Done: Tara LipinskiThe figure-skating commentator on Russian teens, Olympics drama, and her special bond with Johnny Weir.
  19. good girls and mad men
    Good Girls Is the Ultimate Joan Holloway Revenge FantasyThe show is most enjoyable if you imagine it as a Mad Men fanfiction fever dream.
  20. coffee runs
    A Starbucks Barista Pulled a ‘Sorry I Don’t Know Her’ on OprahStars: They’re just like us!
  21. weddings
    Amy Schumer’s Wedding Vows Were As R-Rated As You’d ExpectThey included a blow-job joke.
  22. film criticism
    Jennifer Lawrence Couldn’t Make It Through Phantom Thread“I’ve been down that road, I know what that’s like. I don’t need to watch that movie.”
  23. celebrity rumors
    Lorde Finally Speaks Out About Those Jack Antonoff Dating RumorsThe singer was spotted getting cozy with Lena Dunham’s ex on the streets of Auckland.
  24. drama
    Your Comprehensive Guide to the Kim Cattrall–Sarah Jessica Parker BeefControversy between the two Sex and the City stars has been playing out in the tabloids for over a decade.
  25. twitter beefs
    The Parks and Recreation Cast Slammed the NRA for a Leslie Knope TweetNick Offerman, Adam Scott, and Mike Schur are furious.
  26. winter olympics 2018
    Tonight Is the Dramatic Figure-Skating Showdown We Have Been Waiting ForRussian teens Alina Zagitova and Evgenia Medvedeva are the best figure-skaters in the world, and tonight they are facing off for gold.
  27. dream teams
    Paul Thomas Anderson Wants Tiffany Haddish and Maya Rudolph in a Movie Together“That’s a combustible combination, the two of them.That’s what you dream of as a director.”
  28. good samaritans
    These People Reacting to Drake Surprising Them Will Make You CryWatch Drake give away $996,631.90 in his “God’s Plan” video.
  29. real-estate
    You Can Now Buy the Villa From Call Me by Your NameElio’s “artfully dilapidated” 14-room Italian villa is on the market.
  30. young love
    Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Made Out After ChurchKids these days.
  31. stoneman shooting
    Student Survivors of Florida School Shooting Beg Politicians to Take Action“We are children. You guys are the adults. Work together, come over your politics, and get something done.”
  32. winter olympics 2018
    18 of Adam Rippon’s Best QuotesThe American figure-skater is easily our most quotable Olympian.
  33. sex toys
    There’s Now a Dildo Inspired by the Shape of Water Fish-Man’s DickHappy Valentine’s Day!
  34. sexual assault
    Silicon Valley Star Has Some … Interesting Opinions About #MeTooThomas Middleditch weighed in on the sexual-assault allegations against his former colleague T.J. Miller.
  35. reunions
    The Spice Girls Are Officially Doing a Reunion TourSay you’ll be there.
  36. celebrity couples
    Paul Thomas Anderson and Maya Rudolph Are Our Greatest Celebrity CoupleThe best celebrity relationships of all are those that make you appreciate each member of the couple so much more.
  37. cut covers
    Jameela Jamil Has Found Her Good PlaceThe British TV presenter turned American sitcom star embraces life as a loose cannon.
  38. annals of psychology
    Has There Ever Been a Real-life Case Like Phantom Thread?A leading expert in a rare psychological disorder explains what might be going on in Alma’s head.
  39. q&a
    Carrie Brownstein Is Redefining AmbitionThe Portlandia co-creator talks #MeToo, directing a rom-com, and getting back in the studio with Sleater-Kinney.
  40. rising stars
    Beanie Feldstein Is a Champion Best FriendAnd with a scene-stealing turn in Lady Bird, the actress has become a star in her own right.
  41. #metoo
    Aziz Ansari, ‘Cat Person,’ and the #MeToo BacklashHard conversations are the ones we can’t ignore.
  42. couples therapy
    A Relationship Expert Psychoanalyzes Phantom Thread’s Twisted RomanceAn expert answers all our burning questions about Reynolds and Alma’s unusual courtship.
  43. new shows
    Carrie Brownstein Is Turning Her Memoir Into a TV ShowHunger Makes Me a Modern Girl is becoming a half-hour sitcom.
  44. sexual harassment
    Model Ashley Graham Shares Harrowing #MeToo StoryShe was sexually harassed on set as a 17-year-old model.
  45. 420
    You Won’t Be Able to Smoke Weed at Coachella, Even Though It’s Technically LegalCoachella giveth and Coachella taketh away.
  46. golden globes 2018
    The Whispers Were Deafening at the Golden GlobesIt feels like a very thin wall that separates the “bad men” locked out of the room and those still guaranteed a seat comfortably inside.
  47. golden globes 2018
    Natalie Portman Announces ‘All-Male Nominees’ in Scathing Golden Globes MomentPortman didn’t pull any punches when introducing the entirely male field of directorial nominees.
  48. sexual assault
    Director Paul Haggis Accused of Raping Two Women, Sexually Harassing Two OthersFour women have come forward to accuse the director of Crash and Million Dollar Baby of sexual misconduct, including two counts of rape.
  49. women in tv
    Better Things Will Continue Without Louis C.K.This was the right call.
  50. reinventions
    The Track List for Justin Timberlake’s New Album Sure Is SomethingThe track list for Man of the Woods, Justin Timberlake’s new country-themed album, does not disappoint.
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