As we look back on the year gone by, a selection of remarkable in-depth articles stands out. Such pieces probe complex subjects from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal sagas.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with biting critiques on power. Although numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to move millions of copies. This poses a pertinent query: Has the author evolved into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole path to escape prison was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers could now get him killed.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally changing the narrative of our species. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent intense controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the appalling scale of exploitation it had committed.
A Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording raises difficult queries: Is she truly changed, and is the director's own methods?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical solution – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings influence the very highest levels of the state.
An British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp intellect and flawless reputation, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become uneasy.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a major force on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to manage a particular former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread 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 disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical study in the sixties came to light, there was immense outrage. But the full truth of the procedures is still partially contested.
A "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away enormous sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the prospect that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his situation might turn around. I was devastatingly wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might hold the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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