While we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional in-depth stories emerges. These accounts probe intricate themes including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply personal stories.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on authoritarianism. Although several of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. This raises a pressing query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his only way out of prison was to join the regime forces. After fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
A Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally changing the history of our human race. However, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing intense argument has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on International Law
A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras poses difficult questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and is the director's own methods?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging hours, families depend on him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an reliable medical end – up until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the uppermost levels of government.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp intellect and flawless background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they started to get uneasy.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An incredibly rich Gulf state has become a significant player on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread shock. But the exact truth of the events is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away enormous sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the reality that their islands may soon be submerged. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life could improve. I was tragically misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he may possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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