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Robin Fields reports on Zolgensma, a groundbreaking gene therapy priced at over $2 million per dose. The drug’s early development was funded by taxpayers and small charities, but in the end, executives, VCs, and Novartis reaped the profits.

Ashley and James Schwalm had what seemed like a fairy tale life—two wonderful children, fulfilling careers and a gorgeous home close to the private ski club where they’d fallen in love. Then Ashley’s remains turned up in a burned-out car at the bottom of a ditch, and all signs po...

Over fifty-one days, Johannes Fritz leads a flock of these unique birds on a migration from Germany to Spain, employing a microlight aircraft and a dedicated team of volunteers. Nick Paumgarten writes about these efforts that he describes as “quixotic.”

Leif Weatherby offers an analysis of Aaron Rodgers’ career as it declined, framing it within the context of societal shifts and struggles.

Anton Howes continues tracing the history of the rise of coal, and how it transformed not just heating practices but also the economy and daily life in growing urban centers. The essay provides rich historical detail, as it highlights the interplay between technology, culture, an...

When the AIDS epidemic was in full swing, the Ambassador Hotel in San Francisco became a sanctuary for those affected by the crisis, transforming from a residential hotel into a vibrant community center. Stathis G. Yeros explores how activists and residents created a unique model...

Mohamed Gabobe shares the harrowing journey of a Somali soldier who faced unimaginable hardships during his training in Eritrea and subsequent battles against al-Shabab. Through the eyes of this whistleblower, this piece provides insight into the brutal realities of Somalia’s ong...

As obesity rates climb, the debate over prescribing weight-loss drugs to children is also intensifying. Hannah Kuchler explores the experiences of teenagers like Chloe, who see these medications as a lifeline, while experts voice concerns about the potential long-term impacts on ...

Andy Greenberg chronicles the ordeals of Tigran Gambaryan, a former IRS agent and Binance compliance officer, who was detained in Nigeria. Lured to Nigeria under the guise of resolving issues between Binance and the Nigerian government, he becomes a pawn in a multibillion-dollar ...

A 1969 experiment in Coventry saw 21 Indian women fed chapatis baked with radioactive isotopes, without their consent. Revisiting the history behind this unsettling study explores broader issues of trust, consent, and medical ethics within vulnerable communities.