As we look back on the year gone by, a selection of exceptional in-depth articles emerges. Such narratives delve into multifaceted subjects ranging from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.
The Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. Although many of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still move millions of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he turned into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole path to escape prison was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as completely changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was convinced. The resulting heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the UK's commitment to human rights. Yet, the performance over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary featuring a repentant master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks complex questions: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest moments, families depend on him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an reliable medical solution – until potentially now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the uppermost echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get suspicious.
The Small State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has become a major force on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Major Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was immense shock. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away huge amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the possibility that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his life could improve. I was tragically misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he may hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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