Upon reflect on the previous year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. Such narratives explore multifaceted topics from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human stories.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of copies. This prompts a pressing question: Has he turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only path out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the story of our species. But, not everyone was convinced. The subsequent bitter argument has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A 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 grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the appalling extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on International Law
A great many followers anticipated that the prime minister would renew the UK's commitment to human rights. But, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she records corrupt clients with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the director's own motives?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, families rely on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable treatment solution – up until potentially now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a major force on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the full truth of the events is still partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away vast amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the prospect that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Youth Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his life might turn around. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
The 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 permanent move to his home country. Today, he might possess the answers to who prevails in the global AI race.
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