THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE: The 8.9.26 Issue features Kim Tingley on inflammation as a cause of disease; Heidi Julavits on predicting the weather; Aaron Timms on fans of Anthony Bourdain; and more.

The Gospel According to Anthony Bourdain

Fans of the late writer and chef are cultlike in their devotion. But have they misunderstood his message?

We Thought Tech Would Make War More Precise. We Were Wrong.

Until recently, attacking civilian energy infrastructure was unacceptable. The dynamics of modern war have changed that.

He’s the Most Accomplished Executive in Baseball. The Fans Want Him Gone.

Brian Cashman has presided over four titles and zero losing seasons. Yankees fans demand more.