As we look back on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. Such pieces probe complex themes from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to deeply human journeys.
The Puzzling Writer and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. While many of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It raises a pertinent query: Has he become an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers may now get him killed.
The Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was heralded as completely changing the story of our species. However, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was just a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling breadth of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
A great many supporters expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A documentary featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks thorny questions: Is she truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
The Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their darkest times, people depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical solution – until possibly now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology permeate the uppermost echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to become suspicious.
A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense shock. But the exact nature of the procedures remains partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed huge amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may possess the secret to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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