Upon reflect on the previous year, a assortment of exceptional long-form articles stands out. Such narratives delve into complex topics from geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly personal journeys.
A Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author became known in the nineties with scathing satires on power. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of copies. It prompts a pressing question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. After 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as radically changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing heated argument has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Leader's Curious Stance on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the UK's commitment to human rights. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks thorny queries: Is this person truly a new person, and is the director's own motives?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging moments, individuals rely on him to bring back order.
Can an Renowned Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical remedy – until possibly now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the uppermost levels of government.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get suspicious.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An extremely rich Gulf state has transformed into a significant actor on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this ambitious project?
A Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the exact truth of what happened is still partially shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
The Global AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might possess the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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