While we look back on the past year, a assortment of remarkable in-depth articles shines. Such accounts probe multifaceted subjects ranging from political machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal journeys.
A Puzzling Writer and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on power. Whereas numerous of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell millions of copies. It raises a pertinent question: Has he evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole path out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now cost him his life.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely changing the narrative of our human race. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
A Leader's Curious Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A documentary tracking a repentant master criminal as she records unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras asks thorny queries: Is this person truly changed, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest moments, people turn to him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an effective medical remedy – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of government.
The British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their assets. Until they began to get wary.
A Small State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a significant force on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader best placed to manage a particular former American leader. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
An End of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the precise story of the procedures is still partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the reality that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The critical question is: To where are they going to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then thought his life could improve. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A Global AI Race and a Key Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might hold the answers to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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