I Went for a Dental Check-Up—My Diagnosis Changed My World

I remember his face dropping. He put his hand on my shoulder.

I Feel Like I've Never Belonged Anywhere

In an area where the presumption of Christianity is writ large, it's a blessing in disguise to be invisible. I feel safer.

We Fled Lebanon After the 2006 Bombings—History Is Repeating Itself

My mother was fully aware that civilians would be attacked and that there was a real threat to our lives.

I Woke to the Priest Spooning Me, His Whiskey Breath on My Shoulder

I feel more violated, betrayed, and angry because I've been carrying this secret around for five decades.

I Left My Old Life Behind to Save Dogs

There was something in his eyes that tugged at my heartstrings. I knew I had to help him.

Shane Croucher is a Senior Editor based in London overseeing the My Turn section. He has previously led the Fact Check and News teams. Shane joined Newsweek in February 2018 from IBT UK. He is a graduate of the University of Lincoln, England. Click here to email.

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