As we consider the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. Such pieces delve into complex themes from political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp satires on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pertinent query: Has the author turned into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape prison was to join the government forces. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now get him killed.
The Bitter Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally changing the story of our species. Yet, a faction was convinced. The resulting intense controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
A Leader's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to international law. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A documentary featuring a remorseful master criminal as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is this person genuinely reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
The Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging moments, individuals turn to him to bring back peace.
Can an Renowned Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment end – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the uppermost levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp mind and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they began to become wary.
A Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to handle a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise truth of the events remains somewhat contested.
The "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the reality that their homeland may soon be submerged. The urgent question is: Where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life could improve. That hope was tragically wrong.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he might possess the key to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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