As we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length articles shines. These narratives delve into intricate topics from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human sagas.
The Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the 1990s with biting satires on authoritarianism. While numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It prompts a key query: Has the author evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole path out of prison was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was heralded as completely re-writing the story of our human race. However, a faction was convinced. The resulting heated argument has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
The Statesman's Curious Record on International Law
A great many supporters hoped that the prime minister would restore the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful master criminal as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is she really reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, precarious funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment remedy – up until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas shape the highest levels of the state.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to get uneasy.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to handle a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact truth of what happened is still partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the reality that their home may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his situation might change for the better. I was tragically misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could possess the secret to who wins the global AI race.
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