Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of exceptional in-depth stories stands out. Such narratives delve into multifaceted themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal stories.
A Mysterious Writer and the Conscience of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with scathing commentaries on power. Although several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of copies. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only way out of prison was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as completely rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The subsequent heated argument has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking scale of abuse it had carried out.
The Leader's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous followers expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is she really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, families rely on him to restore peace.
Can an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an effective medical end – up until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas influence the very highest levels of government.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get wary.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the world stage, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented role?
An Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the full story of the events remains somewhat contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed huge sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could possess the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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