As we reflect on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable in-depth articles stands out. Such narratives delve into intricate topics including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Nation
An author became known in the 1990s with scathing critiques on power. While numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a key query: Has he turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely changing the story of our human race. However, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
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 uncover the disturbing scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks complex questions: Is she really changed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest times, families turn to him to bring back order.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment solution – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology influence the very highest levels of government.
The British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp intellect and impeccable background, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become wary.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Capital
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has become a key force on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious role?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Summitry
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to manage a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense outrage. But the exact story of the procedures remains partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed vast amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very clever clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his situation could improve. That hope was sadly mistaken.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he may hold the key to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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