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Upon look back on the past year, a assortment of outstanding in-depth pieces emerges. These pieces delve into multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly personal sagas.

A Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Country

An author became known in the 1990s with biting satires on power. Although several of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a pressing query: Has he become an defender for the Kremlin?

Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War

The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters could now get him killed.

A Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings

The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as completely re-writing the narrative of our species. But, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.

The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight

Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had committed.

The Leader's Unexpected Record on International Law

Many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to human rights. Yet, the track record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.

Breaking a Nation's Self-Image

A documentary tracking a repentant master criminal as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is this person genuinely a new person, and is the director's true methods?

The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes

From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.

Can an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?

Beset by restitution claims, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?

Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Pregnancy

Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical end – up until possibly now.

The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government

A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of the state.

An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side

With his keen intellect and sterling background, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get uneasy.

A Small State That Became the World's Mediation Capital

An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented project?

A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle

Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader best placed to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.

During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case

How did the child 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 Major Aid Agency: Not Universal Regret

When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.

A Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women

When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise nature of the events is still somewhat contested.

A "Genius" of the Online Economy

He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?

Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the possibility that their islands may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?

A Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution

As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then hoped his situation might change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move

In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he might hold the answers to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.

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