Upon consider the past year, a assortment of remarkable in-depth pieces emerges. Such pieces probe complex themes from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human stories.
A Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the post-Soviet era with biting satires on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his literary peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It prompts a pressing query: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now get him killed.
The Bitter Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as radically changing the story of our species. However, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing intense argument has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling scale of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many supporters expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A film following a repentant master criminal as she records corrupt clients with covert recording poses thorny questions: Is this person really changed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to restore order.
Can an Famous Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical solution – up until possibly now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology influence the very highest levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become suspicious.
A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly wealthy country has transformed into a major player on the world stage, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread outrage. But the precise nature of what happened remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the prospect that their islands may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his life might turn around. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
A Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he could possess the answers to who wins the global AI race.
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