While we reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional in-depth pieces emerges. Such narratives explore intricate themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
A Mysterious Author and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with scathing satires on power. While several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This raises a pressing query: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only way out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers might now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as radically changing the story of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated argument has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on International Law
A great many voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A film following a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is she really changed, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an effective treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas permeate the highest levels of government.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant mind and flawless reputation, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Small State That Became the Global Mediation Center
An extremely wealthy country has become a major force on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
An Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s became public, there was immense shock. But the precise story of the procedures remains somewhat contested.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed enormous amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his situation could turn around. I was devastatingly misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could possess the answers to who wins the global AI race.
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