As we look back on the past year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length articles emerges. These narratives delve into intricate themes ranging from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply personal sagas.
A Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the nineties with sharp commentaries on power. Although many of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This poses a key query: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only way out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. After 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now get him killed.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our species. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The resulting heated argument has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped expose the shocking scale of exploitation it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Many supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's commitment to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film tracking a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is this person truly a new person, and what are the director's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging moments, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become wary.
A Small State That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely rich country has risen as a significant force on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are fueling this ambitious project?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures remains partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered huge amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the prospect that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his situation might turn around. I was tragically wrong.
The Global AI Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may possess the secret to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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