As we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles shines. Such narratives probe multifaceted themes including geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human journeys.
The Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with biting satires on authoritarianism. Although many of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. This poses a pressing query: Has he turned into an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole route out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. Following 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as radically re-writing the history of our human race. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The resulting intense scholarly debate has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
A great many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult queries: Is this person really changed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their darkest hours, families turn to him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings permeate the highest levels of government.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become uneasy.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a significant actor on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this ambitious project?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the full truth of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed enormous amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their islands may soon be submerged. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then hoped his situation could change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he might possess the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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