While we reflect on the past year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. Such accounts explore multifaceted themes including political machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Soul of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with sharp satires on authoritarianism. Although several of his literary peers have faced censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This poses a key question: Has he turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only route out of incarceration was to join the government military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers could still cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the story of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting intense argument has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the disturbing breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's dedication to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she sets up unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging moments, people rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it repair its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an consistent medical end – until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas influence the uppermost levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy clients entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become wary.
The Small State That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a major force on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader relishes the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the full truth of what happened is still partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the prospect that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation could turn around. That hope was tragically wrong.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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