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As we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable in-depth articles stands out. These narratives delve into complex themes including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly human sagas.

The Mysterious Author and the Soul of a Nation

Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting satires on power. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still move millions of copies. It raises a pertinent query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the regime?

Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict

The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only way out of prison was to join the government forces. After 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now put him in mortal danger.

The Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins

The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally changing the narrative of our species. Yet, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing intense argument has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.

A UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight

Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the disturbing breadth of abuse it had carried out.

A Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights

A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the first year in office has been curiously inconsistent.

Breaking a Nation's Self-Image

A film following a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is she really reformed, and what are the director's true intentions?

A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains

From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging moments, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.

Can an Renowned Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?

Burdened by restitution claims, difficult finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its reputation?

More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition

Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical solution – up until possibly now.

The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government

A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the very highest echelons of government.

The British Professional With a Crooked Side

With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get uneasy.

A Small State That Became the Global Mediation Center

An incredibly rich country has become a major actor on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?

A Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle

Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.

During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story

What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?

The End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret

When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.

The Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women

When details about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of what happened remains partially shrouded.

The "Genius" of the Online Age

He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?

Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they supposed to go?

One Heartbreaking Story of Youth Destitution

As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his life could change for the better. I was devastatingly wrong.

The Global AI Race and a Key Defection

In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.

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