While we reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable in-depth pieces stands out. Such pieces probe multifaceted topics including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. While several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This poses a pertinent question: Has the author become an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only path to escape prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's fighters may now put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as completely re-writing the narrative of our species. Yet, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting intense scholarly debate has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A UK Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the appalling extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many voters hoped that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. However, the record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film tracking a repentant con artist as she sets up unscrupulous clients with covert recording asks difficult queries: Is this person really reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging times, families turn to him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical remedy – up until possibly now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of the state.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen intellect and impeccable background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich country has risen as a key player on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to manage a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
A Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the exact truth of the events remains partially shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away huge amounts of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. Even then thought his situation could improve. I was tragically mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could possess the answers to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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