Upon consider the year gone by, a selection of remarkable in-depth stories stands out. Such narratives probe intricate subjects ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply human sagas.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. Although many of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. This poses a pertinent question: Has the author become an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole way to escape incarceration was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers may still put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our species. However, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent bitter controversy has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
Many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A documentary following a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording asks complex queries: Is this person genuinely a new person, and is the filmmaker's own motives?
A Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest moments, people turn to him to bring back order.
Can an Famous Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment end – until potentially now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant mind and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become uneasy.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An incredibly wealthy country has become a key actor on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Aid Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense outrage. But the precise story of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered vast amounts of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or works of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the prospect that their homeland may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his situation could turn around. I was tragically misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might hold the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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