Winners of the 2024 Close-Up Photographer of the Year
Some of the winning and honored images from this year’s contest
A Sea Story
One of the worst maritime disasters in European history took place two decades ago. It remains very much in the public eye. On a stormy night on the Baltic Sea, more than 850 people lost their lives when a luxurious ferry sank below the waves. From a mass of material, including official and unofficial reports and survivor testimony, our correspondent has distilled an account of the Estonia’s last moments—part of his continuing coverage for the magazine of anarchy on the high seas.
Don’t Give Up on the Truth
Striking out against injustice is always right; it always matters.
The Worst Page on the Internet
Neal Agarwal distills digital life to its essence.
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