As we consider the previous year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. Such accounts delve into multifaceted themes including political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with biting satires on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the country, he continues to sell millions of books. It raises a key query: Has he turned into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only path out of prison was to join the regime military. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might still cost him his life.
The Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally changing the narrative of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting intense argument has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses complex questions: Is this person really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
The Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their stickiest moments, people turn to him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment solution – until possibly now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas influence the very highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's no surprise that affluent individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they started to become suspicious.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich Gulf state has risen as a significant actor on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to manage a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: 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 a West African nation, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense shock. But the full nature of what happened is still partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the possibility that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his life might improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might hold the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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