Upon consider the past year, a curated list of exceptional in-depth articles shines. These narratives explore multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the 1990s with biting satires on power. Whereas several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a pressing query: Has the author evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only route to escape prison was to join the regime forces. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's fighters could now cost him his life.
A Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as radically rewriting the narrative of our species. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated argument has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Leader's Unexpected Record on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses difficult questions: Is she genuinely reformed, and is the filmmaker's true motives?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging times, families depend on him to bring back order.
Can an Iconic Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective treatment solution – up until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp mind and flawless background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get suspicious.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich Gulf state has risen as a key actor on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented project?
An Inside View at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense outrage. But the precise truth of the procedures is still partially unclear.
The "Master" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the prospect that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his life could change for the better. I was sadly wrong.
The Global AI Race and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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