Upon look back on the past year, a selection of outstanding feature-length articles shines. These pieces delve into multifaceted themes including political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly personal stories.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on authoritarianism. Whereas many of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he turned into an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole way out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still cost him his life.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely rewriting the narrative of our species. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting heated scholarly debate has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling breadth of abuse it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she records corrupt clients with covert recording poses complex questions: Is this person truly a new person, and is the director's true intentions?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore peace.
Can an Famous Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical remedy – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas permeate the very highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant intellect and flawless credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their assets. Then they started to become suspicious.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly wealthy country has risen as a key force on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented role?
An Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures remains partially shrouded.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed huge sums of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the prospect that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his life could turn around. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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