As we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable in-depth pieces stands out. Such pieces explore multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human sagas.
The Enigmatic Author and the Conscience of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of copies. It prompts a pertinent query: Has he turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only route to escape prison was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers might now get him killed.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically changing the narrative of our species. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the appalling extent of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many followers expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A documentary featuring a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their most challenging moments, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an consistent treatment end – until potentially now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideology permeate the highest levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's little wonder that affluent clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become suspicious.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly wealthy country has become a significant force on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
An Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of the events remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the reality that their homeland may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his life might improve. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
A Global AI Race and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the key to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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