While we consider the previous year, a assortment of exceptional in-depth pieces emerges. These narratives probe multifaceted themes including political machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal stories.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced suppression or fled the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. This raises a pressing query: Has he turned into an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only route to escape prison was to enlist in the government forces. After 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now get him killed.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film tracking a repentant master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is this person genuinely changed, and what are the director's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their stickiest moments, families turn to him to bring back peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the highest levels of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and sterling background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get suspicious.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has become a significant actor on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of what happened is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and given away vast sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the possibility that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his life could change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he might possess the answers to which nation wins the global AI race.
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