As we look back on the past year, a selection of remarkable in-depth articles shines. These pieces probe intricate subjects ranging from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.
The Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Although many of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still sell millions of copies. It prompts a key query: Has he become an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely re-writing the history of our species. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's commitment to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary following a remorseful con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is this person truly changed, and is the director's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their most challenging moments, people depend on him to bring back peace.
Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical solution – up until potentially now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas influence the very highest echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen intellect and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become wary.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich country has transformed into a significant force on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat unclear.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the reality that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Case of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might possess the key to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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