As we look back on the previous year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles shines. Such narratives explore complex themes from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human sagas.
The Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or left the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. This poses a pertinent query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only way out of prison was to enlist in the government military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically changing the narrative of our species. However, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing heated argument has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped uncover the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
A Leader's Curious Stance on International Law
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a repentant fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
A Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an effective treatment end – until potentially now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas shape the very highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp intellect and flawless credentials, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they began to become uneasy.
A Small State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Center
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has become a major actor on the world stage, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to deal with a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and showered vast amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or works of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the possibility that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Case of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life could improve. That hope was tragically mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could possess the key to who wins the global AI race.
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