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Upon reflect on the year gone by, a selection of exceptional in-depth pieces stands out. Such accounts explore multifaceted subjects including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.

A Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation

Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with biting critiques on power. Although many of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It raises a pertinent question: Has the author become an supporter for the Kremlin?

Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War

The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole path out of incarceration was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's fighters might now put him in mortal danger.

The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins

The unearthing of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as radically re-writing the history of our species. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing bitter argument has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.

The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight

Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of abuse it had carried out.

The Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights

Numerous voters expected that the prime minister would restore the UK's commitment to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.

Breaking a Nation's Identity

A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is she really changed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?

The Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes

From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest times, individuals depend on him to bring back normalcy.

Will an Iconic Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?

Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?

More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Condition

Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an reliable treatment end – up until potentially now.

A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics

A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings shape the very highest levels of government.

An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret

With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get suspicious.

A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center

An incredibly rich country has transformed into a significant force on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?

An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle

Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for battle.

Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case

How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn infant?

An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Mourning

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

A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers

When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense outrage. But the precise nature of the procedures is still partially contested.

A "Mozart" of the Attention Age

He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous sums of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or works of daring genius?

Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The urgent question is: To where are they going to go?

One Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness

As I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his life could turn around. That hope was tragically wrong.

The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move

In 2020, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to who wins the global AI race.

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