As we look back on the previous year, a selection of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. These accounts delve into multifaceted themes including geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to deeply human sagas.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he continues to sell millions of copies. This prompts a key question: Has he turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government military. After fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still get him killed.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically re-writing the history of our human race. But, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent bitter controversy has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the shocking scale of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
A great many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the filmmaker's true intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable treatment end – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology influence the highest echelons of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant mind and sterling credentials, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to become uneasy.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has become a significant player on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are fueling this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread shock. But the precise nature of the procedures remains somewhat unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away enormous amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his situation could turn around. That hope was sadly mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to which nation wins the global AI race.
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