Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of remarkable in-depth stories emerges. These narratives explore multifaceted topics including geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human journeys.
A Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Nation
An author became known in the 1990s with biting satires on authoritarianism. While several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he still move millions of books. This poses a pressing question: Has he become an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only way out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent bitter argument has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been notably inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging times, people rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an consistent medical end – until possibly now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the uppermost echelons of the state.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his keen mind and sterling reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they started to become wary.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly rich country has risen as a significant player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented endeavor?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to manage a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full truth of the events remains partially unclear.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is confronting the possibility that their islands may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his situation might change for the better. I was sadly wrong.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the secret to who wins the global AI race.
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