As we look back on the past year, a selection of remarkable long-form articles emerges. These accounts delve into intricate themes from political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with biting commentaries on power. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. It poses a pressing query: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only route out of prison was to join the government military. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters may now put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as completely re-writing the history of our species. However, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing bitter controversy has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking scale of abuse it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Identity
A film following a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses complex queries: Is she genuinely changed, and what are the director's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their most challenging hours, individuals rely on him to bring back peace.
Can an Renowned Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical end – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas influence the highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An extremely rich Gulf state has become a major player on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense shock. But the exact story of what happened remains partially contested.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the prospect that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his situation might change for the better. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
The Global AI Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he may possess the secret to who wins the global AI race.
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