As we consider the year gone by, a selection of remarkable in-depth articles shines. These narratives delve into intricate subjects including geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Country
An author rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent query: Has the author become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole path to escape prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters might now cost him his life.
The Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically changing the history of our species. Yet, a faction was convinced. The ensuing heated argument has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the appalling scale of abuse it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many voters expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A film tracking a remorseful fraudster as she records corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective medical end – until possibly now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings permeate the highest levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant mind and sterling background, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become suspicious.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a key force on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was immense shock. But the exact truth of the events remains somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered vast sums of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the possibility that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life might improve. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might possess the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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