While we look back on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles shines. These accounts probe complex subjects ranging from political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. Although several of his writer peers have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. It poses a key query: Has the author turned into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's fighters could now get him killed.
The Fierce Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as radically changing the story of our species. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting heated scholarly debate has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the appalling extent of abuse it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording asks difficult questions: Is this person really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
A Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical end – up until potentially now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideology permeate the highest echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An incredibly rich country has become a significant player on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the full truth of the procedures remains somewhat unclear.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and given away enormous sums of cash to selected participants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Case of Childhood Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. Even then hoped his situation might improve. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
A Global AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he might possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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