Upon reflect on the past year, a selection of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. Such narratives explore multifaceted subjects from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.
The Mysterious Writer and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing satires on authoritarianism. Although many of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still move millions of books. It poses a key query: Has the author become an apologist for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still cost him his life.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. But, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting heated controversy has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Leader's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is this person really changed, and what are the director's true methods?
The Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging moments, families rely on him to restore order.
Will an Famous Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings influence the very highest echelons of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get suspicious.
A Small State That Became the Global Mediation Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a significant actor on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to manage a certain former American leader. Seven years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the exact truth of the procedures remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away huge amounts of money to selected participants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the possibility that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his life could improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might hold the secret to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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