While we consider the past year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth pieces shines. These accounts delve into multifaceted themes ranging from political intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the country, he still sell vast numbers of books. This poses a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was told that his only way out of incarceration was to join the government forces. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters might now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing heated argument has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the shocking extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Unexpected Stance on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the UK's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises complex queries: Is this person really a new person, and what are the director's true intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to bring back peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the highest echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp mind and flawless reputation, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a major actor on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise truth of the events remains partially shrouded.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his life could change for the better. I was tragically wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might hold the answers to who prevails in the global AI race.
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