While we consider the past year, a selection of outstanding in-depth stories emerges. These pieces probe multifaceted topics ranging from political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
A Mysterious Writer and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on authoritarianism. Although several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. This prompts a pertinent query: Has the author become an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only way out of prison was to join the regime military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers may now get him killed.
The Fierce Argument Over Our Earliest Origins
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing scale of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Many voters expected that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording asks complex queries: Is she really a new person, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – everything. In their most challenging hours, people depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an reliable treatment end – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings permeate the uppermost echelons of the state.
The British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and sterling reputation, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get wary.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely wealthy country has become a key force on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact nature of the events remains somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his life might improve. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he could possess the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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