While we look back on the past year, a assortment of exceptional in-depth stories stands out. Such narratives probe intricate topics from geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
A Puzzling Writer and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on power. While numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still move millions of books. It raises a key query: Has the author evolved into an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape prison was to join the regime forces. After 14 years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers may still cost him his life.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely re-writing the narrative of our human race. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent intense controversy has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
A Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights
Numerous supporters expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A documentary featuring a remorseful master criminal as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging times, individuals turn to him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable medical solution – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An extremely rich country has transformed into a significant actor on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread outrage. But the precise story of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and given away enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The pressing question is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his life could improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The Global AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the key to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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