What to know about Elon Musk's Neuralink

Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-implant company, is ready to conduct its first clinical trial. But can a device link our brains to computers? And is it safe? Daniel Gilbert and Faiz Siddiqui answer your most pressing questions.

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Elon Musk's Neuralink says it has FDA approval for human trials: what to know

Michele Kang to take over Lyon, creating women's club network

A year after purchasing Washington Spirit for $35mn, Michele Kang is making another big splash in women's soccer. Ella Brockway explains how her plans for a global network will help advance the women's game.

Washington Spirit owner Michele Kang to take over Lyon, creating network of women's clubs

Eyes on the poor: facial recognition cameras spy on housing

Officials are installing a new generation of powerful and pervasive surveillance systems in public housing facilities across America. Douglas MacMillan discusses the troubling use of facial recognition AI to spy on residents.

Eyes on the poor: cameras, facial recognition watch over public housing

Could the pursuit of happiness be a waste of time? Psychiatrist Gregory Scott Brown explains why fulfillment is all you need for a better life.

Happiness is fleeting. Aim for fulfillment.

Tina Turner ignited the stage with her voice and presence to become one of the most influential performers of all time. Matt Schudel reflects on her life and legacy following her death.

Tina Turner, showstopping pop-music sensation, dies at 83

A caste survey in India could upend politics

India's caste system is deeply ingrained throughout the country. Karishma Mehrotra discusses the potential political and cultural ramifications of the first complete national caste census since 1931.

A caste survey in India could upend politics in world's largest democracy

AI technology has taken the world by storm, but its capabilities as a companion are only just being realised. Discover how influencer chatbots could end the loneliness epidemic (for a not-so-small fee) with Taylor Lorenz.

An influencer's AI clone will be your girlfriend for $1 a minute

King Charles III's coronation has raised some critical questions about the future of the British Royal family. Autumn Brewington reflects on the crowning of a new king.

Is this as modern as Britain's monarchy gets? 

How to win at cards and life, according to a poker superstar

Dan Cates is one of the best poker players alive. So what can we learn from his wisdom? Rick Maese discovers his top ten tips for success, from pushing your limits to betting on yourself.

How to win at cards and life, according to poker's autistic superstar

Do overdose prevention centers work? A U.S. study seeks answers.

Could supervised use of illegal drugs reduce overdoses? David Ovalle reports on the results of a four-year study intended to inform policies to support public health.

Do overdose prevention centers work? First U.S. study seeks answers.

The stakes are high for Turkey's May 14 elections. The Washington Post's Editorial Board discusses Erdogan's sagging popularity, the growing threat of autocracy and the broader geopolitical implications.

A shadow of growing despotism lurks over Turkey's elections

Meta - yet again - is set to slash thousands of jobs. But why? Naomi Nix reports on the low employee morale afflicting the company's workforce following cost-cutting measures.

How Mark Zuckerberg broke Meta 

Adidas deceived investors over Kanye West concerns, lawsuit says

The partnership between Adidas and controversial rapper-turned-designer Kanye West is finally over. But how much did the sportswear brand know about the star's erratic behaviour and the potential harm it could cause the company? Bryan Pietsch reports.

Adidas deceived investors about Kanye West concerns, lawsuit says

Could exercise be the secret to a healthier mind? Gretchen Reynolds uses a landmark study to explain how exercise functions as a "miracle gro" for your mind.

How exercise leads to sharper thinking and a healthier brain

Ralph Yarl shooting: Black teens face fear and resignation

Black children in America shouldn't have to live in fear due to the colour of their skin. The Washington Post discusses the aftermath of the shooting of Ralph Yarl, from renewed concerns over gun control to conversations over racial inequality.

In wake of Ralph Yarl shooting, Black teens face fear and resignation

Tucker Carlson's Fox News exit is the latest in a decades-long string of high-profile departures. From defamation lawsuits to allegations of sexism, Frances Vinall reports on the recent struggles of Murdoch's media outlets.

Tucker Carlson's abrupt Fox News exit fits with Murdoch playbook

As Netflix ends DVD rentals, many movies risk being forgotten

Remember those little red envelopes? Following Netflix's announcement that it would be shuttering its DVD rental-by-mail operation, Ty Burr reflects on the end of the DVD industry and what it means for cinema history.

As Netflix ends DVD rentals, too many movies risk being forgotten

Following the outbreak of intense fighting between rival Sudanese generals, The Washington Post reports on a leaked U.S. intelligence document revealing Russia's close ties with the country's security forces.

Russian mercenaries closely linked with Sudan's warring generals

Snapchat isn't known for internet stars. Can it change that?

How can Snapchat stay relevant in the influencer era? Faced with falling stock prices and slow user growth, Taylor Lorenz and Chris Velazco explore how the app is pivoting away from its roots in favour of the creator-driven strategies that made TikTok so successful.

Snapchat isn't known for minting internet stars. It's trying to change that.

Body dysmorphia in boys and men can fuel muscle obsession

Boys are bombarded with unattainable body ideals from action figures to social media. Ian McMahan discovers the warning signs for poor body image and how to prevent unhealthy muscle-gaining practices.