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Upon look back on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable in-depth pieces stands out. Such narratives delve into complex themes ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.

A Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation

A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. While many of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing query: Has the author turned into an apologist for the establishment?

Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War

The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole way out of prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now get him killed.

The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings

The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as completely re-writing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting bitter controversy has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.

The UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open

Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling extent of exploitation it had committed.

The Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights

Numerous followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.

Shattering a Nation's Self-Image

A film following a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording asks difficult questions: Is this person really a new person, and what are the director's own motives?

A Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains

From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their stickiest hours, people turn to him to restore normalcy.

Can an Famous Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?

Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?

Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition

Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an effective medical solution – until possibly now.

A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government

A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the very highest echelons of the state.

An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret

With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become suspicious.

The Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Capital

An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a significant force on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?

An Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle

Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.

Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case

What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?

An End of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning

When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.

The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Women

When information about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact nature of the events is still somewhat contested.

A "Mozart" of the Attention Economy

He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away huge amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?

Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean

With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the prospect that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to go?

A Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness

As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life might improve. That hope was tragically wrong.

A International AI Race and a Pivotal Move

In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he may possess the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.

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