As we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable in-depth articles shines. These accounts delve into complex themes including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply human sagas.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on power. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move millions of books. It raises a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only path to escape prison was to join the government forces. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
A Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was hailed as completely changing the narrative of our species. But, a faction was persuaded. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the disturbing scale of abuse it had committed.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult queries: Is she genuinely reformed, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest moments, people depend on him to bring back order.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an effective treatment remedy – until possibly now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the highest echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that affluent individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get suspicious.
The Small State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a significant player on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to manage a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise truth of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away vast sums of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their islands may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Sorrowful Case of Youth Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his situation might change for the better. I was tragically wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might possess the answers to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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