From the pandemic to porn, here's how norms around sex are shifting for Gen Z Journalist Carter Sherman says that members of Gen Z are having less sex than previous generations — due in part to the political and social climate. Her new book is The Second Coming. Tonya Mosley
Taliban bans chess Islam has long had a vexed relationship with chess, although Muslims historically helped spread the game
Home sales just posted their slowest May in 16 years There are 20% more homes for sale this May — but it hasn't been enough to pull buyers off the sidelines amid high mortgage rates and economic uncertainty. Laurel Wamsley
Israel strikes Tehran and Fordo site, as Russia backs Iran in deepening conflict Israel says it struck multiple sites across Tehran, including the Fordo nuclear site hit by the U.S. days earlier and a prison known for jailing regime opponents. Rebecca Rosman
It takes a lot of work to maintain WA's trails. You can help Good stewardship of our public lands is important, especially now that the federal government has cut some workers. Anna Roth from Washington Trails Association takes us to one of Washington's most popular trails to talk about some ways to steward the state's forestland. Brooklyn Jamerson-Flowers
Climate change is boosting the risk of sleep apnea Hotter temperatures make breathing problems during sleep more likely, even when it's not extremely hot Alejandra Borunda
From the fringes to the mainstream: Meet the hardline anti-immigration activist who helped shape Trump's agenda The former leader of FAIR, the Federation for American Immigration Reform, Dan Stein, retired this year after more than 40 at the helm of the organization. The right-wing group has long fought to reduce immigration and for tougher border controls. Under President Trump, Stein's once-fringe ideas are now being enacted. Sergio Martínez-Beltrán
The David Lynch estate auction doubled as a caffeinated wake Most of the bidding action was online. But at a ritzy Beverly Hills hotel, hopeful bidders united by genuine affection for Lynch admired the tools of the late artist's trade. It was a mirthful wake. Emma Bowman
An AI video ad is making a splash. Is it the future of advertising? The over-the-top ad combines the energy of Grand Theft Auto with the drama of the NBA Finals — all created by AI. Is it a sign of things to come? Bill Chappell
The politics of the U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facilities: Here's what to watch next President Trump ran on a pledge to end "forever wars," so what comes next is pivotal. Here are five things to watch. Domenico Montanaro