Upon reflect on the past year, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. These narratives explore intricate subjects including geopolitical intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply human stories.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the 1990s with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While several of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole route out of incarceration was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's fighters may still cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting bitter argument has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A documentary featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording raises complex queries: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's true intentions?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their most challenging moments, individuals turn to him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical end – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the very highest levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen mind and impeccable background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy country has risen as a significant actor on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. What are driving this ambitious project?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full story of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed vast sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the prospect that their islands may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: Where are they going to go?
A Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his situation might turn around. I was sadly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could hold the key to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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