While we look back on the past year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. These narratives delve into intricate themes including geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to deeply personal sagas.
A Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing critiques on power. Although several of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of copies. It raises a key question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only path out of prison was to join the government forces. Following 14 long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers may now get him killed.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely re-writing the history of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped uncover the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary tracking a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises difficult queries: Is she really changed, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their darkest times, individuals turn to him to bring back order.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the very highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has risen as a major force on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact story of what happened is still partially unclear.
A "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the prospect that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his life might turn around. That hope was sadly mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the key to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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