While we consider the past year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth pieces emerges. Such pieces probe intricate topics from political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply personal sagas.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the 1990s with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of copies. It raises a key query: Has he become an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way to escape prison was to join the government military. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still cost him his life.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was proclaimed as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. However, some scholars was convinced. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the disturbing breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Leader's Puzzling Record on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary following a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is she really changed, and is the director's true methods?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest hours, people depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, difficult finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical end – until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the uppermost echelons of government.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp intellect and flawless background, it's understandable that affluent individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to become suspicious.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a significant player on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread outrage. But the precise truth of the procedures is still somewhat contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and distributed huge amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the possibility that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Destitution
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation might improve. I was devastatingly mistaken.
The International AI Race and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he might hold the key to which nation prevails in the global AI race.
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