In-depth features, explainers, profiles and long-form journalism from Insight Britain.
Few paintings spark the same quiet puzzlement as a Magritte. A bowler-hatted man with an apple hiding his face, a pipe labeled “Ceci n’est pas une pipe” — these images have become cultural shortcuts for the surreal. Born: November 21, 1898, Lessines, Belgium · Died: August 15, 1967, Brussels, Belgium · Known for: Surrealist paintings … Read more
If you’ve ever watched a true crime documentary and found yourself wondering about the person guiding you through the story, you’re not alone. Emma Kenny has become a familiar face across British television, blending psychology expertise with true crime storytelling. Years of experience: 15 · TV series: True Crime with Emma Kenny (2021–) (IMDb) · … Read more
Most people recognise Robert Rinder as the sharp-tongued TV judge on ITV’s Judge Rinder, but behind the gavel lies a career in criminal law that began long before the cameras rolled. As a practising barrister at 2 Hare Court, he takes on international fraud cases—a far cry from the small-claims disputes he settles on screen. … Read more
Smokey Robinson has spent decades on stage, but one thing about him still catches people off guard: his eyes. They’re a pale blue-green that seem to shift under the lights, and fans have been curious about them for years. In this article, we’ll walk through the genetics behind his eye color, his African American heritage, … Read more
Most music fans know the name Andy Kershaw from his BBC Radio 1 show, where he spent 15 years championing artists most stations wouldn’t touch. But his story goes far beyond the playlist. By the time he died in April 2026 at age 66, Kershaw had covered war zones, presented Live Aid, served time in … Read more
Anyone who has tried to rent a car in a hurry knows the feeling: you type “car rental near me”, get a flurry of rates, and wonder which number is real once insurance and fees pile on. This guide cuts through the confusion for Dublin and across Ireland, zeroing in on actual daily costs, the … Read more
Walking into a pharmacy aisle with dozens of vitamin D bottles can feel like standing in a maze with no exit, but a 2026 study found that choosing D3 over D2 could make the difference between effective supplementation and accidentally lowering your vitamin D levels. This guide cuts through the confusion by combining clinical trials, … Read more
Anyone who has ever looked at a set of test scores and wondered “what’s the typical result?” has already bumped into the mean. It is the most common way to find a single number that represents a whole group, used everywhere from classroom grades to national economic reports. This guide explains what the mean really … Read more
B&M European Value Retail offers a rare combination of a 7%+ dividend yield and a single-digit P/E ratio, but the stock has plunged 53% from its 52-week high. This analysis examines the reasons behind the drop, the financial health, and whether the yield can hold. Current share price (LSE: BME): 172.70p · Market capitalization: £1.75 … Read more
When Greg Monks left his friends on the Albufeira strip early on 28 May 2025, it was supposed to be a short walk back to his apartment. The 38-year-old from Cambuslang never made it, and his body was found in a ravine on 4 June after a week-long search. Age: 38 · Hometown: Cambuslang, Scotland … Read more