As we look back on the past year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length articles emerges. Such pieces explore complex topics from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human stories.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
An author gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on power. While numerous of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. This poses a key query: Has he become an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only route to escape prison was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may still cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was hailed as radically changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing heated controversy has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
Numerous followers expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording poses difficult questions: Is she truly changed, and is the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their stickiest times, people turn to him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, difficult finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an reliable medical end – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the uppermost echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's little wonder that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to get suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich country has risen as a significant force on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this ambitious project?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures remains partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away vast amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the prospect that their islands may in the near future cease to exist. The urgent question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his life could turn around. I was tragically wrong.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could hold the key to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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