As we look back on the previous year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. Such narratives delve into intricate topics from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply personal stories.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with scathing satires on autocratic rule. Although several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. This poses a pressing query: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the government forces. After fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now cost him his life.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally changing the story of our species. But, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing bitter argument has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the shocking extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Statesman's Unexpected Record on International Law
Many followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful con artist as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses complex queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the director's true motives?
The Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their stickiest moments, individuals depend on him to bring back order.
Will an Renowned Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the very highest levels of government.
An English Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has risen as a significant force on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the exact truth of the events is still somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and given away vast sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then hoped his life could improve. I was tragically wrong.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the global AI race.
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