While we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable in-depth pieces stands out. These accounts explore intricate topics ranging from political intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly human journeys.
The Enigmatic Author and the Conscience of a Country
An author gained prominence in the 1990s with sharp critiques on power. While numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It raises a pressing query: Has he turned into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole path to escape prison was to enlist in the government forces. Following 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now get him killed.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as completely re-writing the history of our species. But, not everyone was convinced. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Identity
A documentary tracking a remorseful master criminal as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises difficult queries: Is she really reformed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment end – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the highest levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless reputation, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they began to get wary.
The Small State That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has become a significant actor on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented role?
A Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to manage a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the sixties came to light, there was immense outrage. But the precise story of what happened remains somewhat shrouded.
A "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed enormous amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the prospect that their islands may soon be submerged. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life could improve. I was sadly wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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