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As we reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of exceptional in-depth articles emerges. These accounts probe intricate topics including political intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply personal sagas.

The Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Nation

An author became known in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pertinent query: Has the author become an supporter for the Kremlin?

Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict

The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only way out of prison was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now put him in mortal danger.

A Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Beginnings

The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as radically rewriting the narrative of our human race. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.

The UK Cult That Hid in Plain Sight

Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing breadth of abuse it had carried out.

The Leader's Puzzling Stance on International Law

Many followers hoped that the prime minister would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the track record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.

Challenging a Nation's Myth

A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording poses thorny questions: Is she truly reformed, and is the filmmaker's own motives?

The Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Stains

From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, people depend on him to bring back normalcy.

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

Burdened by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?

More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Pregnancy

Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an consistent treatment remedy – up until potentially now.

The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics

A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of government.

An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side

With his keen mind and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to become suspicious.

A Small State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital

An extremely rich country has become a significant actor on the international scene, working to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?

A Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle

Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to manage a certain former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.

Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case

How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn baby?

The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret

When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.

A Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers

When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the precise truth of the procedures remains partially contested.

The "Master" of the Attention Economy

He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered vast sums of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of daring brilliance?

Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the possibility that their islands may soon cease to exist. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to go?

One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution

As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then thought his life could improve. That hope was tragically wrong.

The International AI Race and a Key Move

In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he might hold the answers to who wins the global AI race.

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