The Weekender

The Times editors have picked 11 stories for you to enjoy. Welcome to The Weekender.

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After decades of declining death rates, the risk of dangerous driving has increased again.

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As psychedelics move from the underground to mainstream medicine, doctors induce an altered state through deep breathing.

No matter why you're traveling, our list will provide inspiration.

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Images from the Webb telescope suggest that newborn galaxies look stranger than expected.

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Now that a new version of Regina George and the Plastics is in theaters, she reflects on how different generations have reacted over the years.

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On the anniversary of the show's premiere, the creator and location manager look back at some of the iconic settings.

Few people knew the 1994 single 'Insomniac' by rock duo Billy Pilgrim, and it quickly fell into obscurity. But a cappella groups can't stop singing.

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The Patriots coach is away. And that includes his signature sweatshirt.

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Some parents, concerned about their child staying at someone else's home, opt for 'sleepovers' (picking up the children just before bedtime) or even stay over with them.

Here's how to face your fears and seek new perspectives this year—no therapist required.

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Once you understand why, you may never want it to end.

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Thank you for reading. I'll see you next weekend.

This edition of The Weekender is edited by Jonathan Wolfe.