While we reflect on the past year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles stands out. Such pieces explore multifaceted themes from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
An author became known in the nineties with biting satires on autocratic rule. Although many of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the country, he continues to sell millions of books. This prompts a pertinent query: Has the author evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was told that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now get him killed.
A Fierce Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was hailed as radically changing the story of our human race. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The resulting bitter controversy has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling scale of mistreatment it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful master criminal as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording raises complex questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
A Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment solution – until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his teachings influence the highest levels of government.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless credentials, it's understandable that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Center
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a significant force on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was immense shock. But the precise nature of what happened is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his life might turn around. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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