As we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding in-depth articles stands out. Such narratives delve into complex topics including political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply human sagas.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
An author became known in the nineties with sharp commentaries on autocratic rule. While several of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the nation, he continues to sell millions of copies. This poses a pertinent question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only way out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might still get him killed.
A Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as radically rewriting the history of our human race. However, some scholars was convinced. The resulting heated controversy has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises complex queries: Is she really reformed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals depend on him to restore peace.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an consistent medical solution – up until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of the state.
An English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant mind and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they started to become suspicious.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has become a significant actor on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious project?
A Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for battle.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures is still partially unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered huge amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the reality that their islands may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent question is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life could turn around. I was tragically misplaced.
The Global AI Race and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might hold the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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