While we consider the past year, a selection of remarkable in-depth stories shines. Such accounts probe multifaceted themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
The Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the nineties with scathing satires on power. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the country, he still sell millions of copies. It raises a key query: Has he turned into an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape prison was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our species. But, a faction was convinced. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing extent of abuse it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to human rights. But, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a repentant master criminal as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses difficult queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the director's own intentions?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest hours, families rely on him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent treatment remedy – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideology influence the uppermost levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp intellect and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become suspicious.
The Small State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented role?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise truth of the procedures is still partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or works of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his life might turn around. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to who wins the global AI race.
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