Upon look back on the previous year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles shines. These narratives probe multifaceted subjects from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with sharp commentaries on autocratic rule. While many of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the country, he still sell millions of copies. It prompts a pressing query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path to escape incarceration was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers may still get him killed.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as radically rewriting the history of our human race. However, a faction was convinced. The ensuing heated argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's commitment 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 master criminal as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is this person genuinely a new person, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging hours, people depend on him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the uppermost echelons of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his keen mind and sterling background, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get suspicious.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy country has transformed into a significant player on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented project?
An Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to manage a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise truth of the events remains somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered vast sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the prospect that their islands may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his situation might turn around. I was sadly wrong.
A International AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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