As we look back on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles shines. Such narratives probe multifaceted themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human stories.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Country
An author rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp satires on authoritarianism. While many of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he still sell millions of copies. It poses a key query: Has he evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only path to escape prison was to enlist in the regime military. After fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
The Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our human race. Yet, a faction was convinced. The ensuing intense argument has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A 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 expose the appalling scale of abuse it had committed.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many voters hoped that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A documentary featuring a remorseful con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording raises complex questions: Is she really reformed, and is the director's true methods?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable medical end – until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas influence the highest levels of the state.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become suspicious.
A Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has become a major force on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to manage a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the full nature of the procedures is still somewhat unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their islands may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his life might change for the better. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A International AI Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he may hold the secret to who wins the global AI race.
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