While we consider the past year, a selection of exceptional feature-length articles shines. These narratives probe intricate subjects from political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human sagas.
A Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with scathing commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of books. This raises a key query: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only route to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now get him killed.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as completely rewriting the narrative of our species. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing bitter argument has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling breadth of exploitation it had committed.
The Statesman's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would renew the UK's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording poses complex queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the filmmaker's true motives?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment end – up until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the very highest echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they started to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich country has transformed into a significant player on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the exact nature of the events remains somewhat unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his situation could improve. I was sadly misplaced.
A International AI Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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