While we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles shines. These pieces delve into complex themes ranging from political intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.
The Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on power. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It poses a pressing question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only way out of prison was to join the regime military. Following 14 long years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers could now cost him his life.
The Bitter Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally changing the story of our human race. Yet, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the appalling scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
Numerous followers expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. However, the track record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary following a remorseful fraudster as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult queries: Is she truly reformed, and is the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest times, people rely on him to bring back peace.
Will an Renowned Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an reliable medical remedy – up until potentially now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings shape the highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless credentials, it's understandable that affluent clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they started to become wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy country has become a significant player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious project?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense outrage. But the full truth of what happened remains partially shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then thought his life could improve. That hope was sadly misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might hold the key to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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