As we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding in-depth stories emerges. Such accounts probe complex themes including political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his literary peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the story of our human race. But, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
The Leader's Curious Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises complex questions: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the director's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their darkest moments, individuals depend on him to bring back peace.
Will an Famous Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an effective medical remedy – until possibly now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideas shape the uppermost levels of the state.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his keen mind and impeccable background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they began to become suspicious.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a significant force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
The End of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the full truth of what happened remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or works of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the reality that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. Even then thought his life might change for the better. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
A Global AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might hold the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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