Upon consider the previous year, a assortment of exceptional in-depth articles stands out. Such accounts delve into multifaceted themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with scathing commentaries on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he still sell millions of books. This raises a pressing question: Has he turned into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still get him killed.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our species. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking scale of exploitation it had carried out.
A Leader's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary following a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording poses difficult questions: Is this person really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an effective treatment end – up until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has become a key player on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the precise truth of the procedures remains partially contested.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the prospect that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his life could change for the better. I was devastatingly wrong.
The International AI Race and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might hold the key to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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