Upon look back on the previous year, a selection of exceptional in-depth articles shines. These narratives probe complex topics from political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
The Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the nineties with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Although many of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This raises a pressing query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only route to escape prison was to join the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now get him killed.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the history of our human race. But, not everyone was convinced. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the shocking breadth of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Many supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises complex queries: Is she really reformed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest moments, people depend on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Iconic Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an effective treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the highest echelons of government.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant mind and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to get wary.
A Small State That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has become a major actor on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented project?
An Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Development Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense shock. But the exact nature of the events remains partially unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed vast sums of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his situation could improve. I was tragically wrong.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might hold the answers to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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