While we reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. These pieces delve into multifaceted themes including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply human stories.
The Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's fighters may now get him killed.
The Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as completely re-writing the story of our species. But, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the shocking scale of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Many followers hoped that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to international law. However, the record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is she really reformed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Cleans the UK's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest moments, individuals turn to him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable medical remedy – until potentially now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the very highest levels of government.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to become wary.
The Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely wealthy country has become a major actor on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this ambitious role?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the exact truth of what happened is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very clever entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life could turn around. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could possess the key to who prevails in the global AI race.
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