While we consider the past year, a assortment of remarkable long-form pieces stands out. These accounts explore multifaceted subjects from political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Mysterious Writer and the Conscience of a Country
An author rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing critiques on power. While several of his literary peers have encountered censorship or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. It prompts a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only route out of incarceration was to join the government forces. After 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting bitter controversy has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing extent of abuse it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording raises thorny queries: Is this person truly changed, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest hours, families depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an effective treatment solution – up until potentially now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings shape the very highest echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp mind and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to get wary.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key player on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact nature of what happened is still partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and showered vast amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the reality that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his situation could change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he may possess the secret to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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