While we consider the previous year, a curated list of exceptional in-depth stories emerges. Such pieces delve into intricate subjects including political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on power. While several of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the country, he still move millions of copies. It raises a pertinent question: Has he evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only route to escape prison was to join the regime forces. After 14 long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers may still put him in mortal danger.
A Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as completely changing the history of our species. However, some scholars was convinced. The subsequent intense controversy has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
Many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film following a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is this person really reformed, and is the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals turn to him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an effective medical remedy – up until potentially now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the very highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they started to become wary.
A Small State That Became the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a key player on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented role?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Global Aid Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the exact story of the procedures is still somewhat shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the reality that their islands may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation might turn around. I was tragically misplaced.
The International AI Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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