As we consider the previous year, a selection of outstanding in-depth articles emerges. Such narratives explore multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
The Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the 1990s with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. While numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of books. This raises a pressing query: Has he turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely re-writing the story of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to international law. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A documentary following a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks complex queries: Is she truly changed, and what are the director's own methods?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals turn to him to bring back order.
Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical remedy – up until possibly now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideas shape the highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his keen intellect and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become wary.
A Tiny Nation That Became the Global Mediation Center
An extremely wealthy country has transformed into a key actor on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this ambitious project?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the exact nature of what happened is still partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and showered vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his life might change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the secret to who wins the global AI race.
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