Science Jan 01 5 space milestones in 2023 that are 'rewriting textbooks' By Casey Kuhn, Miles O'Brien
World Dec 31 The influential people we said goodbye to in 2023 Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin, former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, former first lady Rosalynn Carter and retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor are among some of the notable people who died this year. By Bernard McGhee, Associated Press
Nation Dec 31 Watch 14:19 A look back at the biggest news events that shaped 2023 and made history There is no question that we live in historic, unusual times, and 2023 added to the list of unprecedented events. We look back at the events that defined the year. By Lisa Desjardins, Lorna Baldwin, Azhar Merchant, Satvi Sunkara
Arts Dec 31 Watch 6:55 Critics weigh in on the best and most surprising podcasts of 2023 As 2023 comes to a close, we take a look at — or better yet, a listen to — some of the most engaging, enlightening and entertaining podcasts of the year. Vulture podcast critic Nicholas Quah and The New Yorker’s… By Lisa Desjardins, Harry Zahn, Maea Lenei Buhre
Science Dec 31 A look at the top science stories and breakthroughs of 2023 From good news to bad, from novel vaccines to insect invaders, this year left us with much to ponder. Knowable Magazine presents 12 newsworthy developments from 2023. By Nicola Jones, Knowable Magazine
Dec 30 Watch 8:39 Critics look back at 2023's epic year in music By Stephanie Sy, Andrew Corkery, Claire Mufson 2023 had it all when it came to music: record-breaking tours, unique songwriting and new artists on the rise. The Root’s senior writer Candace McDuffie and freelance music writer and critic Maura Johnston join Stephanie Sy to discuss the music… Continue watching
Nov 27 2023's word of the year is the real deal By Leanne Italie, Associated Press Authentic cuisine. Authentic voice. Authentic self. Authenticity as artifice. Lookups for the word are routinely heavy on the dictionary company's site but were boosted to new heights throughout the year. Continue reading