As we look back on the past year, a curated list of exceptional in-depth stories shines. These narratives delve into multifaceted subjects from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human sagas.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with biting critiques on authoritarianism. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of books. It poses a key question: Has he become an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole way to escape incarceration was to join the regime military. After fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely re-writing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing heated controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the shocking scale of abuse it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the prime minister would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Identity
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording poses difficult questions: Is she genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals depend on him to bring back peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they started to get suspicious.
The Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a key force on the world stage, working to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
A Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader best placed to handle a particular former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Major Aid Agency: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense shock. But the exact truth of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered vast amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the possibility that their islands may in the near future cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life might change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may hold the answers to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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