Upon look back on the past year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. These narratives probe intricate subjects ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
A Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with sharp commentaries on autocratic rule. While many of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to move millions of copies. It prompts a pertinent question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only way out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers might now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as completely rewriting the story of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the appalling extent of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many voters hoped that the prime minister would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is she really changed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans the UK's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest hours, families turn to him to bring back order.
Can an Famous Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an effective treatment solution – until perhaps now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings shape the uppermost echelons of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable credentials, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get suspicious.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a major force on the international scene, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread shock. But the exact nature of the events remains somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his situation could improve. I was devastatingly mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he may hold the answers to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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