For Shanta Thake of Lincoln Center, Kate Levin of Bloomberg Philanthropies, and Karen Brunwasser of FeelBeit (a community center that bridges divides between East and West Jerusalem), the arts aren’t just a supplement to life — they are a crucial balm to social division. Find out how institutions can harness the power of the arts … Continued

As A.I.-generated images and deepfake videos flood our feeds, what tools do news organizations have to vet their validity? Journalists share how they’re preparing for and being impacted by a new frontier in artificial intelligence. Chris Berend, Nilay Patel, Joanna Stern Moderator: Jenn White

The Colorado River Compact is 100 years old, and its guidelines for water use across the American West are about to expire. Facing drought, increased population, and disagreements on how to share the water, what policies and technologies could get a new agreement across the finish line? John Entsminger, Nevada’s lead negotiator for the Compact; … Continued

“Self-care” is the buzzword of the moment. But far before face masks and digital detoxes, ancient philosophers were thinking about ways to enhance human flourishing. Tamar Gendler, Yale’s dean of arts and sciences, sits down with Dan Harris, host of the “Ten Percent Happier” podcast, to discuss five ancient secrets to self — and life … Continued

Renowned psychologists Lisa Damour, author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, and Laurence Steinberg, author of You and Your Adult Child, delve into the complex landscapes of adolescence and young adulthood in today’s society. Each has devoted their career to studying and understanding adolescents — Damour as a clinical psychologist working with families and organizations … Continued