While we consider the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding in-depth articles stands out. Such pieces probe complex themes including geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human sagas.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the 1990s with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. While several of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he continues to sell millions of copies. This prompts a key query: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his only route out of incarceration was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely changing the history of our human race. However, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped expose the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A film following a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is she truly changed, and what are the director's own motives?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their stickiest hours, families turn to him to restore normalcy.
Will an Iconic Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an reliable medical end – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas shape the uppermost echelons of the state.
The British Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a significant force on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise story of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the reality that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his situation might improve. I was devastatingly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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