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Society

The Agenda

In the Georgian capital, Russian émigrés are trying to make sense of the country they’ve left behind.

  • Issue #153
  • 9 min read
Historic church with conical tower and cross in Tbilisi's old town with traditional balconied buildings
Affairs

On the edge

In the days after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, our correspondent heads to the besieged country's southwestern border as its neighbours find themselves living nextdoor to a war zone.

  • Issue #152
  • 12 min read
On the edge
Fashion

Comment

Sanctions (and more sanctions), tanks and big trouble in little Nicaragua.

  • Issue #151
  • 4 min read
Two models wearing Putin Team Russia branded sportswear posing in front of a soccer goal net
Politics

Before the shooting stars

As Russian troops gather on its eastern border, war dominates the conversation in Ukraine. In its bustling capital, Kyiv, a novelist and reservist explores the uncertainty and escapism of a life lived in suspense.

  • Issue #150
  • 17 min read
Monument of Prince Volodymyr the Great overlooking Kyiv's modern skyline at dusk with river and bridge visible
Politics

Will Russia ever play nicely?

Vast resources, rich culture, brilliant people — Russia possesses everything needed to be a respected global citizen. Aggression over cooperation?

  • Issue #148
  • 1 min read
Person speaking at panel discussion with microphone
Politics

After Angela

When Chancellor Merkel steps down at the end of September, whoever takes her place will find that there’s no clear roadmap. We talk to the key parties about Germany’s future on the world stage.

  • Issue #146
  • 16 min read
After Angela
Culture

The truth hunters

Despite exile and threats from Myanmar's military regime, this US-educated journalist returns to report on his homeland's darkest chapters, driven by duty over career ambition.

  • Issue #142
  • 16 min read
The truth hunters

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