As we reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable in-depth articles emerges. Such accounts explore intricate topics including political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the nineties with sharp critiques on power. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It poses a pressing query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers might now cost him his life.
A Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as radically rewriting the history of our species. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the appalling scale of abuse it had committed.
A Statesman's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a remorseful fraudster as she records corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is she really changed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, people depend on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical solution – until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the highest levels of the state.
An English Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly rich country has become a major player on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are driving this ambitious role?
A Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader relishes the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to manage a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise story of the events remains partially contested.
The "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and given away vast amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to go?
One Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his situation might turn around. I was devastatingly mistaken.
The International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could hold the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
The most impactful journalism
