The U.S. government is actively investigating Benjamin Mauerberger — the South African fraudster at the heart of our $1.5 billion money laundering investigation — for his role in the "pig butchering" scams that steal Americans' life savings.
There’s something darkly comedic about what’s happening in Thailand right now. Deputy Prime Minister Thammanat Prompao is threatening to weaponize Interpol’s Red Notice system against journalists (including Whale Hunting’s Tom Wright)
For the last several months, we've been tracking a $1.5 billion criminal enterprise that spans from Cambodian scam centers to Thai boardrooms to New York penthouses. This investigation reveals how dirty money flows through Southeast Asia's financial system with the protection of political elites.
1,500+ U.S. personnel suffered brain injuries from invisible attacks. Now we have the brain scans, the science, and evidence the attacks stopped when Russia invaded Ukraine. The official verdict was wrong—this investigation isn’t over.
Schizophrenia that vanishes with cancer treatment. Project 2025's secret FOIA-dodging videos. Alien: Earth brings xenomorphs to TV. Plus: crypto torture in Manhattan, novels that matter, and podcasts actually worth your weekend.
New dramas, big scams, and a media revolution—plus fresh reporting from Tom and a Havana Syndrome update coming next week.
Welcome to Brazen Weekender, your shortcut to great new TV, films, docs, and articles. From WWII dramas to steampunk adventures and hard-hitting investigations, we’ve handpicked the standout stories worth your weekend.
Malaysian fugitive Jho Low, mastermind of the $7.65 billion 1MDB heist, is hiding in Shanghai's Green Hills luxury district using a fake Australian passport. The playboy-turned-pariah who once partied with DiCaprio stole $2.5 billion personally, causing Malaysia $18 billion in total losses.
Inspired by conspiracy artist Mark Lombardi, Silent Partners transforms anyone into a visual investigator. Map hidden relationships that shape our world—from shadowy financiers to covert networks. Pre-loaded with 1MDB, BCCI & Epstein webs. Investigation isn't reserved for journalists anymore.
Dive into our new Unauthorized Rich List drop: Ayatollah Khamenei. We trace the Supreme Leader’s secret $100-200 billion war chest—built on confiscations and shell companies—and reveal why it matters. Big reveal hits subscribers noon BST, 18 July.
Happy 4th! This Brazen Weekender drops early with a fresh take on McCullough’s 1776, a rare Iran-insider interview on nuclear tensions, and the launch of our multi-month Havana Syndrome expedition—complete with interactive science guide and limited-edition merch. Join the hunt.
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