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When Michael Stipe was little, his parents called him Mr. Mouse. He was a scurrier. As soon as he could stand, he ran, and when he ran, he ran until [...]

There are two ways to contemplate the question One is philosophical, ultimately unanswerable; the other is logistical. Humans, being human, have tended to see them as being intertwined: The many [...]

Even as climate change upends our lives, we seem set on doing things the way we’ve always done them. It was a dress rehearsal in which everyone seemed to be [...]

It looked as if a war was coming. It was. One Sunday last month, in a northern Italian town called Ivrea, the facades of historic buildings were covered with plastic [...]

The filmmaker Noah Baumbach started hurtling through Hollywood’s award season in late 2019 in tandem with his partner, Greta Gerwig. Baumbach’s 10th feature film, https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/05/movies/marriage-story-review.html and Gerwig’s second, an adaptation [...]

When I read about the Serbian hermit Panta Petrovic this summer, I liked him immediately -- even as I understood that he, being a misanthropic hermit, would not like me [...]

Dr. Richard Cash, along with Dr. David Nalin, developed Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) in the late 1960s, a simple solution of water, salt, and sugar that has saved millions of lives by treating dehydration caused by cholera and other diarrheal diseases. The treatment, praised as potentially the most important medical advance of the century, has been instrumental in reducing child deaths from diarrhea significantly. Cash emphasized the importance of the treatment's simplicity, which empowered millions in developing countries to save lives autonomously, and he continued to advocate for accessible, low-tech solutions in the medical field. [Extracted from the article]

Archie Karas, a professional gambler, arrived in Las Vegas with $50 and turned it into $40 million over three years, known as "The Run." He became a legend among gamblers but ultimately lost it all in a short period. Karas, born in Greece, had a tumultuous life of highs and lows, facing financial struggles and legal issues later in life. Despite his successes and failures, Karas remained a compulsive gambler until his death at age 73. [Extracted from the article]

Linda Deutsch, an Associated Press reporter, passed away at the age of 80. Throughout her career, Deutsch covered numerous high-profile trials, including those of Charles Manson, O.J. Simpson, Michael Jackson, and the police officers involved in the Rodney King beating. She was known for her ability to distill complex court proceedings into relatable human drama without sensationalizing the events. Deutsch's work captured significant moments in American history and culture, making her a respected and trusted figure in the field of trial reporting. [Extracted from the article]

Vance Gillette, a leader in the swimming-pool industry, challenged the traditional mindset of viewing pools as mere concrete holes filled with water. He believed that pools were works of art and sources of joy and recreation for families. Gillette advocated for a shift in the industry's approach, encouraging pool sellers to focus on the beauty and indulgence of pools rather than emphasizing safety concerns. His efforts contributed to the expansion and glamorization of swimming pools, leading to a rise in customized designs and features. Despite never owning a pool himself, Gillette's vision of creating beautiful and safe spaces for everyone became a reality. [Extracted from the article]

Carl Muscarello, who gained fame as the sailor in the iconic Times Square photograph of V-J Day, has passed away at the age of 97. Muscarello, who served in the Navy during World War II, claimed to be the sailor in the photograph, but his identity was later questioned by others. Despite the controversy, Muscarello remained certain of his claim and used his fame to do good, speaking at events and fundraisers for veterans and other causes. The true identity of the sailor in the photograph remains a mystery. [Extracted from the article]

Iasos, a pioneer of New Age music, has passed away at the age of 76. In the late 1960s, Iasos began creating the music he heard in his mind, which he called "paradise music." He believed that the sounds he heard were telepathic transmissions from a being in a higher dimension, and he saw himself as a missionary, distributing the music on Earth to heal humanity. Although Iasos' work remained obscure for many years, it gained recognition in the 2000s and influenced the wellness trends of soundbaths, reiki, and crystals. Despite his impact on the genre, Iasos did not achieve financial success. He remained optimistic about a harmonious new epoch and believed in the power of his music. [Extracted from the article]

Tom Bailie, a prominent advocate for the "Hanford Downwinders" in Eastern Washington, has passed away at the age of 76. Bailie grew up near the Hanford Nuclear Site, where the government released radiation without informing the local community. He became a vocal critic, pushing for acknowledgment of the effects of radiation exposure on his community. Bailie's efforts led to increased awareness and compensation for the Hanford downwinders, although his own lawsuit was ultimately dismissed. He passed away from acute myeloid leukemia, a radiogenic disease. [Extracted from the article]