While we reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding in-depth stories emerges. These narratives delve into intricate topics from geopolitical intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human stories.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on power. Whereas many of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still sell millions of copies. It prompts a key query: Has he become an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the government forces. After fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as completely re-writing the narrative of our human race. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped uncover the shocking scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters expected that the prime minister would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the director's own motives?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their most challenging moments, individuals turn to him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it restore its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment remedy – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology permeate the highest levels of government.
An English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's understandable that wealthy individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has become a key player on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Major Development Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the precise story of what happened remains somewhat contested.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away vast sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the reality that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: Where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his life might change for the better. I was devastatingly mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the secret to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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