Upon look back on the past year, a assortment of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. Such narratives explore intricate subjects ranging from political intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with scathing critiques on power. Whereas many of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still sell millions of books. It prompts a pertinent query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route out of prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as radically changing the narrative of our species. However, not everyone was convinced. The subsequent bitter argument has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the shocking scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their stickiest moments, families turn to him to restore peace.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an effective treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get wary.
A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a key player on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this ambitious project?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact truth of what happened remains partially unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they going to go?
A Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his situation could turn around. I was tragically misplaced.
The International AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could hold the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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