Issue 15. Revenge
Have you ever considered revenge? Our October 2026 issue takes a deep dive into this raw human impulse. We examine how some political leaders manipulate grievances and weaponize notions of humiliation and retaliation to start wars. We asked a human rights lawyer with years of experience documenting conflict areas to reflect on the realities facing victims of atrocities: why people turn to revenge when legal systems fail, and why finding alternative pathways to justice is crucial to breaking the cycle of violence. We also turn to the art world: how can revenge be reimagined? We look at an iconic 17th-century painting.
It is said revenge is a dish best served cold, but in this issue, its stories burn hot.
