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Upon reflect on the year gone by, a selection of remarkable in-depth pieces shines. Such accounts explore intricate subjects ranging from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.

The Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation

Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the country, he still move vast numbers of books. This poses a pressing question: Has he evolved into an apologist for the Kremlin?

Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War

The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only way out of incarceration was to join the government military. After fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers might still get him killed.

A Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings

The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as radically changing the history of our species. However, a faction was convinced. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.

A British Sect That Operated in the Open

Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.

A Statesman's Curious Stance on International Law

Numerous voters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.

Breaking a Nation's Self-Image

A film tracking a repentant con artist as she records corrupt individuals with covert recording raises complex questions: Is this person truly changed, and what are the director's own motives?

A Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes

From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, people rely on him to bring back order.

Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?

Plagued by restitution claims, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?

Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Condition

Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment remedy – until potentially now.

The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government

A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the highest levels of government.

An British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret

With his sharp mind and impeccable background, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become uneasy.

A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Mediation Capital

An astonishingly rich country has transformed into a significant force on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented role?

A Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle

Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.

Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story

How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?

The End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning

When actions were made to wind down a major US 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 Disturbing 1960s Study on Indian Mothers

When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread shock. But the precise nature of what happened is still partially shrouded.

A "Genius" of the Attention Economy

He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered vast sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of avant garde brilliance?

Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to go?

One Tragic Story of Youth Destitution

When I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation might improve. I was devastatingly mistaken.

A Global AI Race and a Key Move

In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the answers to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.

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