Upon consider the year gone by, a selection of exceptional in-depth stories emerges. These accounts delve into multifaceted subjects ranging from political intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply human stories.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with sharp satires on power. While several of his writer peers have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It raises a pertinent question: Has he turned into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only path out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. Following 14 years, his past as one of Assad's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely re-writing the narrative of our species. However, some scholars was convinced. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a remorseful fraudster as she records corrupt clients with covert recording poses complex questions: Is this person really a new person, and what are the director's own methods?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their stickiest hours, individuals turn to him to restore peace.
Can an Renowned Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment end – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideas influence the highest levels of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that affluent individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has become a major force on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented role?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of what happened remains partially unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed vast sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his life could improve. That hope was sadly wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the answers to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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