Upon look back on the previous year, a selection of remarkable in-depth pieces stands out. Such pieces delve into complex topics from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the 1990s with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the country, he still move vast numbers of books. This prompts a pressing question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route to escape incarceration was to join the government military. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. However, some scholars was convinced. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the disturbing extent of exploitation it had carried out.
A Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights
Many followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she records corrupt clients with covert recording poses difficult queries: Is this person genuinely changed, and what are the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging hours, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical solution – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Now, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get wary.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a key force on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the precise truth of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his life could turn around. I was tragically mistaken.
A International AI Race and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he might possess the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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