As we consider the past year, a assortment of remarkable long-form articles stands out. These accounts probe intricate themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal sagas.
A Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing commentaries on autocratic rule. While several of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still sell vast numbers of copies. This poses a key query: Has the author become an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole path out of incarceration was to join the government military. Following 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was convinced. The ensuing intense argument has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped expose the disturbing scale of exploitation it had committed.
The Leader's Curious Stance on International Law
A great many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's dedication to human rights. However, the track record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Identity
A documentary featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks complex questions: Is she really a new person, and what are the director's true intentions?
A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging hours, families rely on him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an effective treatment solution – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology influence the uppermost levels of government.
An English Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get wary.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Capital
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a major actor on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the precise truth of the events remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life could turn around. I was sadly mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the answers to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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