While we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth stories stands out. Such narratives probe complex topics including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly human journeys.
A Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. It prompts a pressing query: Has he become an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way out of prison was to join the government military. After fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers might now get him killed.
A Fierce Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as completely changing the story of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The resulting bitter argument has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing scale of abuse it had carried out.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises complex queries: Is she truly a new person, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their most challenging moments, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective treatment solution – up until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the very highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become wary.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a significant player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
An Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular sitting US president. Seven 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 child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away vast amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply very clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life might change for the better. I was devastatingly mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he may hold the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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