Upon consider the previous year, a curated list of exceptional in-depth stories emerges. Such pieces probe intricate themes from political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
A Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with sharp critiques on power. Although several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It poses a key query: Has the author become an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only route out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's fighters may now put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our human race. But, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking scale of mistreatment it had committed.
The Leader's Puzzling Stance on International Law
A great many followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film tracking a repentant master criminal as she records unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is she truly reformed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, families depend on him to bring back order.
Can an Famous Museum Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideology influence the very highest echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant mind and sterling credentials, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely rich Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented project?
An Close-Up View at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Aid Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures is still partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered vast amounts of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his life might turn around. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could hold the secret to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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