Upon consider the previous year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length articles shines. These narratives probe multifaceted subjects from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human journeys.
A Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with scathing critiques on power. While several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It poses a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers may still cost him his life.
A Fierce Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was hailed as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. Yet, a faction was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on International Law
A great many supporters expected that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest hours, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until possibly now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology permeate the uppermost levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen intellect and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that affluent individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become wary.
A Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An incredibly wealthy country has risen as a major player on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious role?
A Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread outrage. But the precise story of what happened remains partially contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed vast sums of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply very clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his life could turn around. I was devastatingly misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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