While we reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding in-depth stories emerges. Such narratives explore multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with sharp satires on power. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the country, he continues to move millions of copies. This prompts a pertinent question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of incarceration was to join the government forces. Following fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. However, not everyone was convinced. The resulting bitter argument has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.
The UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking scale of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's dedication to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is this person truly changed, and is the filmmaker's own motives?
The Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest moments, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an effective treatment remedy – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings shape the very highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that affluent individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented role?
An Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the full truth of the events is still partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and distributed huge sums of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they going to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his life might turn around. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could hold the answers to which nation wins the global AI race.
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