As we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable in-depth stories shines. Such narratives probe multifaceted topics including political intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly personal stories.
The Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
An author became known in the nineties with scathing commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. This poses a pertinent question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was told that his sole way out of prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still get him killed.
A Fierce Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. Yet, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the shocking scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Curious Stance on International Law
Numerous followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Identity
A film following a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and is the director's true methods?
The Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging times, individuals rely on him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an effective medical remedy – until potentially now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas influence the uppermost levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become wary.
A Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly wealthy country has risen as a major actor on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Major Development Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise nature of the events is still somewhat contested.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and showered enormous sums of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Story of Childhood Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his situation could turn around. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A Global AI Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may hold the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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