Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of remarkable long-form articles emerges. These pieces delve into intricate themes ranging from political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply personal sagas.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with biting critiques on power. Although many of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way to escape incarceration was to join the regime military. After fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as completely changing the story of our human race. But, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting heated argument has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the appalling breadth of abuse it had carried out.
A Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A film tracking a remorseful master criminal as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is she truly a new person, and what are the director's true methods?
The Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging times, families depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an effective treatment end – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his teachings shape the very highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp mind and sterling credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become suspicious.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has become a major force on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious project?
A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread outrage. But the full story of the procedures remains partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his life might change for the better. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
The International AI Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could possess the key to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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