As we look back on the past year, a assortment of remarkable in-depth stories stands out. Such accounts delve into multifaceted subjects including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the nineties with biting critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the nation, he still sell millions of copies. This raises a pressing question: Has he become an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the history of our human race. But, some scholars was convinced. The resulting bitter controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing extent of exploitation it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Stance on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A documentary tracking a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses difficult questions: Is this person truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, individuals turn to him to restore normalcy.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an effective medical solution – until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas shape the highest echelons of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his sharp intellect and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they began to become wary.
A Small Nation That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a major player on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
An Close-Up View at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain former American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
The End of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the exact truth of what happened is still somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very clever clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the possibility that their homeland may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his life might turn around. That hope was sadly misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could hold the key to who prevails in the global AI race.
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