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While we consider the year gone by, a curated list of outstanding in-depth pieces emerges. Such accounts explore intricate topics ranging from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly personal stories.

The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Country

Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Although several of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of books. This raises a pressing question: Has he evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?

Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict

The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route to escape prison was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's fighters might still cost him his life.

A Fierce Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings

The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the history of our species. However, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated controversy has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.

The British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight

Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the shocking scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.

A Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law

A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.

Shattering a Country's Myth

A film featuring a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is she truly changed, and what are the director's true intentions?

The Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes

From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to bring back order.

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

Plagued by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its legacy?

More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy

Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent medical remedy – until potentially now.

The Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Government

A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the highest levels of the state.

The English Professional With a Dishonest Side

With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's understandable that affluent individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become uneasy.

The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Capital

An extremely rich country has transformed into a significant player on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?

An Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry

Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.

During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story

How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?

An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning

When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.

A Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers

When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact truth of the events remains partially unclear.

A "Genius" of the Online Economy

He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered vast sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?

Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?

One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution

When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life could turn around. I was tragically wrong.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move

In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he may hold the answers to which nation prevails in the global AI race.

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