While we look back on the year gone by, a selection of remarkable feature-length articles shines. These pieces explore complex subjects including political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human journeys.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his literary peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a key query: Has he become an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole route out of incarceration was to join the regime military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers may still get him killed.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically rewriting the story of our human race. However, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing intense argument has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing scale of exploitation it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is this person really reformed, and what are the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an reliable medical remedy – up until potentially now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the uppermost echelons of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen intellect and sterling background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get wary.
A Small State That Became the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has risen as a significant force on the international scene, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of what happened is still somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered enormous sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his situation might change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he may possess the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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