While we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of outstanding in-depth articles emerges. These accounts probe multifaceted subjects including political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human stories.
The Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with scathing critiques on power. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell millions of copies. This poses a pressing query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally re-writing the story of our species. However, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent intense argument has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
The UK Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of abuse it had committed.
The Statesman's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording asks complex questions: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the director's true motives?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest times, people depend on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment solution – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the very highest levels of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to become wary.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy country has risen as a major player on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the precise truth of the procedures is still somewhat unclear.
A "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away huge amounts of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life might improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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