Upon consider the past year, a selection of remarkable in-depth stories stands out. These narratives delve into multifaceted themes from political intrigue and scientific discoveries to deeply human sagas.
A Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing commentaries on autocratic rule. While several of his writer peers have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing question: Has he evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only way to escape incarceration was to join the government forces. Following 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now cost him his life.
A Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally changing the story of our human race. However, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing heated argument has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing breadth of abuse it had carried out.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises thorny queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
A Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging moments, families depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology shape the highest levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and impeccable credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy country has transformed into a major force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this ambitious project?
An Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to manage a particular former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
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 Major Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and showered huge sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their islands may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
When I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. I was devastatingly wrong.
A Global AI Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the key to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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