Upon reflect on the previous year, a selection of outstanding feature-length articles shines. Such pieces probe multifaceted topics including political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
The Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing commentaries on power. Although numerous of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of copies. This raises a pertinent question: Has he turned into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his sole route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now get him killed.
A Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as completely changing the story of our species. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing intense argument has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing extent of mistreatment it had committed.
The Statesman's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
Many voters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises complex questions: Is she truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging hours, families depend on him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – until perhaps now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant mind and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that affluent clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a major force on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. What are driving this unprecedented project?
A Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise nature of the events remains somewhat contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. That hope was sadly wrong.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might hold the secret to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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