As we consider the past year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. These accounts probe multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. While several of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the country, he still move millions of books. This raises a pertinent question: Has he evolved into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely changing the story of our human race. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing bitter argument has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of abuse it had committed.
A Leader's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to human rights. However, the performance over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film featuring a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses difficult queries: Is she truly a new person, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their stickiest hours, families depend on him to bring back order.
Will an Famous Museum Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, difficult finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an effective medical remedy – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the very highest levels of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and impeccable background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get wary.
The Tiny State That Became the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a significant force on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are driving this unprecedented role?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the exact nature of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
A "Master" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away huge amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his situation could improve. I was sadly wrong.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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