Upon reflect on the year gone by, a selection of exceptional in-depth stories stands out. Such accounts delve into multifaceted subjects including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly personal sagas.
A Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the 1990s with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Although many of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or left the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It poses a pressing query: Has he evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government military. After fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers may now get him killed.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Our Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally re-writing the story of our human race. But, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing bitter controversy has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary tracking a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks complex questions: Is she really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an reliable medical solution – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings permeate the very highest echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's no surprise that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to become wary.
A Small State That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An extremely rich country has transformed into a major force on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most complex disputes. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader best placed to deal with a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact story of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they going to go?
A Sorrowful Story of Childhood Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his situation could turn around. I was sadly misplaced.
A Global AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may hold the key to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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