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Why is the retired NFL player Michael Oher bringing a lawsuit against the family who took him in as a teenager? Andrew Lawrence reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

26 mins

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The lives and lies of George Santos

The lives and lies of George Santos

The US politician was accused of telling extraordinary lies about everything from his previous jobs to his religion. Why did it take so long to boot him out of Congress? Adam Gabbatt explains. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

23 mins

7 December Finished

Boris Johnson v the Covid inquiry

Boris Johnson v the Covid inquiry

After accusations of erratic decision-making during the pandemic, the former prime minister will finally face the inquiry. Aletha Adu reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

25 mins

6 December Finished

Why are so many councils going ‘bankrupt’?

Why are so many councils going ‘bankrupt’?

Nottingham council is the latest to in effect declare itself bankrupt, and one in 10 county councils in England are at risk of following suit. What does it mean for the services that so many people rely on? Jessica Murray reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

27 mins

5 December Finished

Why is the Israel-Hamas conflict so deadly for journalists?

Why is the Israel-Hamas conflict so deadly for journalists?

More reporters are said to have been killed in this conflict than any in decades. Jonathan Dagher, from Reporters Without Borders, discusses what it means for public understanding of the region. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

32 mins

4 December Finished

Israel-Gaza: a week of tearful reunions and an uneasy truce

Israel-Gaza: a week of tearful reunions and an uneasy truce

As Israeli hostages were exchanged for Palestinian prisoners, the intense fighting was paused this week. Jason Burke reports on an emotional few days and what happens next. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

26 mins

1 December Finished

The secret plan to ‘hook’ the developing world on oil

The secret plan to ‘hook’ the developing world on oil

As the Cop28 climate summit begins in Dubai today, a secret Saudi Arabian plan to get poorer countries ‘hooked on its harmful products’ has emerged. Damian Carrington reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

25 mins

30 November Finished

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