Upon reflect on the previous year, a selection of remarkable in-depth pieces emerges. Such narratives probe complex subjects from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply personal sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting commentaries on power. Whereas several of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the country, he still sell millions of books. This prompts a pressing question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only path out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may still put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our species. But, a faction was convinced. The ensuing intense argument has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the shocking scale of abuse it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to international law. However, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she records unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is she really reformed, and is the director's own methods?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging hours, people depend on him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's leading museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an reliable medical solution – until potentially now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of the state.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's little wonder that affluent clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become uneasy.
A Small State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely rich country has risen as a key actor on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious role?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
The End of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise story of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his life might improve. I was sadly misplaced.
The International AI Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could hold the secret to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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