While we consider the past year, a curated list of outstanding in-depth articles emerges. These accounts probe intricate subjects ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human journeys.
The Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with sharp satires on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the nation, he continues to sell millions of copies. This poses a pressing question: Has he evolved into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole path out of prison was to enlist in the regime military. After 14 long years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as completely changing the narrative of our human race. However, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing extent of exploitation it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary following a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording poses difficult questions: Is she really reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals turn to him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, strained funding and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it repair its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – up until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings shape the very highest levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant mind and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to become suspicious.
A Small Nation That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key force on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented project?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was immense shock. But the full nature of what happened is still somewhat unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his situation might improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might hold the answers to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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