While we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable long-form articles emerges. Such accounts probe multifaceted topics including geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the nineties with scathing commentaries on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the country, he still move millions of copies. This raises a pressing question: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the regime military. After 14 long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers may still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as radically re-writing the history of our species. However, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent intense controversy has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the the nation's commitment to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises complex queries: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an consistent treatment end – up until potentially now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the highest echelons of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp mind and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become wary.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the sixties came to light, there was immense shock. But the full nature of the events remains somewhat unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast sums of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his situation could change for the better. I was tragically misplaced.
A International AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he might possess the answers to who wins the global AI race.
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