The Con Man Who Wouldn’t Die

Plus, the truth about Britney Spears, why the kids really are all right, and more.

Five stories to read this weekend, chosen by our editors.

The Con Man Who Wouldn’t Die

When Mark Olmsted contracted HIV in the early 1980s, the disease was considered a death sentence. So he decided to live his final days as if no rules applied — getting high, stealing credit cards, and faking his own death for the insurance money. Then, against all odds, he lived to face the consequences.

What Could Slavery Reparations Look Like in 2019?

At the end of the Civil War, General William Sherman promised every freed slave 40 acres and a mule. One hundred and fifty-four years later, African Americans still face huge economic disadvantages. Now many lawmakers are seriously considering proposals for reparations — but what does society owe to descendants of slaves?

The Truth About Britney Spears

The pop star is back in the headlines after another round of rehab and erratic behavior. But attitudes about mental health have changed since her infamous 2008 breakdown, and some fans want to #FreeBritney from the conservatorship that controls much of her life.

Inside the World’s Most Over-the-Top First-Class Airline Suites

A private sedan to the tarmac, in-flight showers, and video chats with flight attendants (if you just don’t feel like getting up). Here’s how the .001 percent flies.

The Kids Are All Right (with Technology)

Fortnite, robotics, DIY slime: Children and teens aren’t merely consuming online content, they’re remaking it in their own image. Here’s how to help them thrive in a digital-first world.

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