The Dubious World of the Honorary Consul Investigated

One of the least-examined professions in foreign diplomacy is that of “honorary consul,” according to the ICIJ’s (International Consortium of Investigative Journalists) recent research into Shadow Diplomats. ICIJ and its media partners have been working for months to document the patterns of abuse carried out by thousands of dishonest honorary Continue Reading

ICIJ – How do Ancient Treasures Get to Museums?

For the world’s top museums, nothing matters more than reputation and exclusivity. These venerable institutions rely on rare collections of precious objects to draw in the crowds and maintain their social relevance. But a simple question often goes unasked and unanswered: how do ancient treasures from around the world end Continue Reading