While we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of exceptional feature-length articles emerges. These narratives probe intricate themes including political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human sagas.
A Mysterious Author and the Soul of a Country
An author gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of books. It prompts a pressing question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole path out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. Following 14 years, his history as one of Assad's fighters might now cost him his life.
The Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the story of our human race. Yet, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking extent of mistreatment it had committed.
The Leader's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
Numerous followers hoped that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is she truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest moments, people turn to him to bring back peace.
Can an Famous Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an effective medical end – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas influence the highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they began to become suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An extremely rich country has risen as a key player on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the precise story of what happened is still partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his situation could change for the better. I was tragically wrong.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he may hold the key to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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