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For a window into the motive of UnitedHealthcare killer Luigi Mangione, one biographer delved deep into the world of Unabomber Ted Kaczynski’s admirers.
The Ted Kaczynski-to-Luigi Mangione Pipeline, Explained
For a window into the motive of the UnitedHealthcare killer, one biographer delved deep into the world of the Unabomber’s admirers.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
For a window into the motive of UnitedHealthcare killer Luigi Mangione, one biographer delved deep into the world of Unabomber Ted Kaczynski’s admirers.
Every president deserves to have a nemesis in the press. And while Donald Trump has a crowded field to pluck from, his might just end up being Michael Wolff.
Melania Meets Her Match in Trump's No. 1 Gadfly, Michael Wolff
From “MAGA myrmidons” to “North Korean style confessions,” inside the lawsuit pitting the First Lady against the "Fire and Fury" author.
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November 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Every president deserves to have a nemesis in the press. And while Donald Trump has a crowded field to pluck from, his might just end up being Michael Wolff.
In an endless post-Epstein-gate spiral, the disgraced Andrew has lost his title—no more “prince”—and now his lease, trading Royal Lodge for a cottage on his brother’s estate.
Andrew's Royal Real-Estate Demotion
In an endless post-Epstein-gate spiral, the disgraced Andrew has lost his title—no more “prince”—and now his lease, trading Royal Lodge for a cottage on his brother’s estate.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
In an endless post-Epstein-gate spiral, the disgraced Andrew has lost his title—no more “prince”—and now his lease, trading Royal Lodge for a cottage on his brother’s estate.
Justine Lupe’s preferred form of revenge: “Happiness.”
Justine Lupe's Least Favorite Things
The "Nobody Wants This" actress dishes in our "Imperfect Ending" questionnaire.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Justine Lupe’s preferred form of revenge: “Happiness.”
From Barry Blitt’s sketchbook … airmail.news/sh/PEhW96/bs
November 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
From Barry Blitt’s sketchbook … airmail.news/sh/PEhW96/bs
“I think best friendship feels like the love story of my life—one of them.”
Eva Victor On Friendship and Survival
In "Sorry, Baby," her directorial debut starring Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges, the writer and actor finds tenderness and humor in the aftermath of sexual violence.
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November 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
“I think best friendship feels like the love story of my life—one of them.”
What does the new book on “Curb Your Enthusiasm" teach us about Larry David?
A Rare Window Into the Life of Larry David
A new book about the making of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" sheds fresh light on the "Seinfeld" showrunner.
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November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
What does the new book on “Curb Your Enthusiasm" teach us about Larry David?
Justine Lupe’s least favorite present she’s received: “An NFT.”
Justine Lupe's Least Favorite Things
The "Nobody Wants This" actress dishes in our "Imperfect Ending" questionnaire.
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November 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Justine Lupe’s least favorite present she’s received: “An NFT.”
"It should have been us, guys. We got federal indictments and New York State convictions. But, no, it’s Nicolas Sarkozy and not Donald Trump who was sent to prison."
That's So Sarko! How a Former French President Ended Up in Prison
Alexandra Marshall revisits the scandals that landed Nicolas Sarkozy in Paris's La Santé.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
"It should have been us, guys. We got federal indictments and New York State convictions. But, no, it’s Nicolas Sarkozy and not Donald Trump who was sent to prison."
“Well, of course, you are far too pretty, but you have got the nose for it.”
There’s Something About Julie
How Walt Disney and the Sherman brothers landed on Julie Andrews for the role of Mary Poppins—without whom “A Spoonful of Sugar” would not exist.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
“Well, of course, you are far too pretty, but you have got the nose for it.”
How gift-giving can be a contact sport.
The Air Mail Guide to Competitive Gift Giving
In our latest "Notes on an Aesthetic" column, learn how to use generosity like a weapon.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:03 PM
How gift-giving can be a contact sport.
Henry Holland’s racy, rhyming T-shirts were once the hottest item in the fashion world. Now he’d rather make pots.
Shock Frock Jock’s Top Crock Shop
Henry Holland’s racy, rhyming T-shirts were once the hottest item in the fashion world. Now he’d rather make pots.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Henry Holland’s racy, rhyming T-shirts were once the hottest item in the fashion world. Now he’d rather make pots.
"With all due respect to Ibiza, Portofino, St. Tropez, and Mykonos, it’s difficult to beat Portugal these days."
The Pro's Guide to Portugal
A one-two punch of Lisbon and the Algarve best way to experience this country, which is drawing more discerning travelers than ever. Alexandra Shulman on exactly how to do it.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:43 PM
"With all due respect to Ibiza, Portofino, St. Tropez, and Mykonos, it’s difficult to beat Portugal these days."
“A collision course between Trump and Wolff seems inevitable.”
Melania Meets Her Match in Trump's No. 1 Gadfly, Michael Wolff
From “MAGA myrmidons” to “North Korean style confessions,” inside the lawsuit pitting the First Lady against the "Fire and Fury" author.
airmail.news
November 7, 2025 at 3:43 PM
“A collision course between Trump and Wolff seems inevitable.”
“Between takes, he came up to me behind the monitors and said ‘Hey, is this too offensive?’”
A Rare Window Into the Life of Larry David
A new book about the making of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" sheds fresh light on the "Seinfeld" showrunner.
airmail.news
November 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
“Between takes, he came up to me behind the monitors and said ‘Hey, is this too offensive?’”
How does a guy that is positive-minded suddenly end up facing charges in a political assassination?
The Ted Kaczynski-to-Luigi Mangione Pipeline, Explained
For a window into the motive of the UnitedHealthcare killer, one biographer delved deep into the world of the Unabomber’s admirers.
airmail.news
November 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
How does a guy that is positive-minded suddenly end up facing charges in a political assassination?
The “Billions” actor and comedian is making her directorial debut with “Sorry, Baby,” starring Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges.
Eva Victor On Friendship and Survival
In "Sorry, Baby," her directorial debut starring Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges, the writer and actor finds tenderness and humor in the aftermath of sexual violence.
airmail.news
November 6, 2025 at 9:45 PM
The “Billions” actor and comedian is making her directorial debut with “Sorry, Baby,” starring Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges.
“Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.”
Andrew's Royal Real-Estate Demotion
In an endless post-Epstein-gate spiral, the disgraced Andrew has lost his title—no more “prince”—and now his lease, trading Royal Lodge for a cottage on his brother’s estate.
airmail.news
November 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM
“Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.”
From Eric Hanson’s sketchbook … airmail.news/sh/4rhElK/bs
November 6, 2025 at 3:43 PM
From Eric Hanson’s sketchbook … airmail.news/sh/4rhElK/bs
Item of clothing Justine Lupe would never wear: “A floss bikini bottom.”
Justine Lupe's Least Favorite Things
The "Nobody Wants This" actress dishes in our "Imperfect Ending" questionnaire.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Item of clothing Justine Lupe would never wear: “A floss bikini bottom.”
From Drew Friedman’s sketchbook … airmail.news/sh/7Xh5gj/bs
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM
From Drew Friedman’s sketchbook … airmail.news/sh/7Xh5gj/bs
So who is the target market that caused the entire Skims merkin line to be sold out in a single day?
The Bush Is Back, Baby! But There's a Catch.
Flora Gill wades into the wild world of merkins.
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November 5, 2025 at 10:01 PM
So who is the target market that caused the entire Skims merkin line to be sold out in a single day?
We’ll go on to celebrate some of Sarkozy’s finer moments in public life, but first, a quick rundown of what got him in hot water.
That's So Sarko! How a Former French President Ended Up in Prison
Alexandra Marshall revisits the scandals that landed Nicolas Sarkozy in Paris's La Santé.
airmail.news
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
We’ll go on to celebrate some of Sarkozy’s finer moments in public life, but first, a quick rundown of what got him in hot water.
“The mistake Melania made seems to be that Wolff is a lot more like her husband than either party would care to admit.”
Melania Meets Her Match in Trump's No. 1 Gadfly, Michael Wolff
From “MAGA myrmidons” to “North Korean style confessions,” inside the lawsuit pitting the First Lady against the "Fire and Fury" author.
airmail.news
November 5, 2025 at 5:43 PM
“The mistake Melania made seems to be that Wolff is a lot more like her husband than either party would care to admit.”
“It meant everything to me. I got to act, I got to yell, I got to scream, I got to sing.”
Eva Victor On Friendship and Survival
In "Sorry, Baby," her directorial debut starring Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges, the writer and actor finds tenderness and humor in the aftermath of sexual violence.
airmail.news
November 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
“It meant everything to me. I got to act, I got to yell, I got to scream, I got to sing.”