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Big stories. Bigger savings.Billed as $40 for the first year, then $140/year. Pricing subject to change. Cancel anytime. → PUBLISHED BY READ ONLINE  | SIGN UP   The 25 most influential works of American culture  (Getty/The Washington Post) A decade-by-decade look at the books, music, art and ideas that shaped 250 years of society. By Washington Post Staff Read more   Trump comes to defense of ICE agents after enforcement surge led to three deaths   An Ivy League professor suspected AI cheating, so he gave the final exam in person   The winding Colorado River saga that could end with major cuts to water use   I smoked cannabis for nearly 20 years. Here’s what I wish I knew at 13.   Opinion  George F. Will The endlessly pliable JD Vance has no aversion to conversions   U.S. Mint to produce $1 coin with Trump’s face on it, treasury secretary says   Trump ally Blanche vows to regain senators’ trust at AG confirmation hearing   Column  Michelle Singletary More people have a $1,000 car payment. Here’s how it traps you.   Wildfire smoke from Canada will soon spread across the Midwest and East   DHS has shot at least 17 motorists during immigration operations since 2025   With death of Lindsey Graham, Israel loses key backer as its isolation deepens   U.S. launches fresh wave of attacks on Iran after Trump threatens wider strikes   To quell graft allegations, Nigel Farage runs against a man wearing a trash can   The hottest AI models in Silicon Valley face a powerful source of competition   Scientists probe sharp drop in Chesapeake Bay’s crab population   Opinion  David Ignatius Trump pushed the reset button. This is ‘Iran Fiasco 2.0.’   Column Carolyn Hax and Haben Kelati He wants an open marriage. I don’t. Is it over? Hax readers give advice.   TAKE A GAME BREAK News quiz: Test your knowledge in today’s On the Record. Word game: One word to spell ’em all! Can you solve today’s Keyword in 6 guesses? Crossword: It’s time to solve! Play now. Wridges: Speed and spell your way up to a high score in our newest game.   Fitness tips If you have arthritis, these activities may lower hip-replacement risk  (iStock) Research suggests high-impact exercises don’t damage your joints, even if you already have hip or knee arthritis. By Gretchen Reynolds Read more   4 minutes of exercise a day could help control blood sugar   How to stay safe when exercising in the heat   YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Seriously? Shane O’Neill connects the dots between entertainment news, internet fads, celebrity gossip and pop culture ephemera to sketch a portrait of how we live today. Sign up ➝     You received this email because you signed up for this newsletter or because it is included in your subscription. Manage newsletters | Unsubscribe 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071 DOWNLOAD OUR APP      ©2026 The Washington Post | Privacy Policy | Help & Contact