Upon reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. Such accounts explore intricate topics from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to deeply personal sagas.
The Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp critiques on power. While several of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he still move millions of books. This poses a key query: Has he turned 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 way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. After 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still get him killed.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our human race. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking extent of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
Many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the director's own methods?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their darkest hours, families turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, strained funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an consistent treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his teachings permeate the very highest levels of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his keen mind and impeccable credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny State That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An incredibly wealthy country has transformed into a key player on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to manage a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense outrage. But the exact truth of the events is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the possibility that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his situation might change for the better. That hope was sadly mistaken.
A Global AI Race and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the key to who wins the global AI race.
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