Upon consider the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles emerges. Such accounts probe complex themes from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal stories.
The Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on power. Whereas numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. It prompts a key question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still put him in mortal danger.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the story of our human race. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing intense argument has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household 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.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many followers expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been notably inconsistent.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras poses thorny questions: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the director's own intentions?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, families turn to him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical solution – until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas influence the highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to get suspicious.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An extremely rich country has risen as a key actor on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented project?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the full truth of the events remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered huge amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the possibility that their islands may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his life might improve. I was sadly mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to which nation prevails in the global AI race.
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