While we reflect on the previous year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length articles emerges. These narratives probe intricate topics from political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply human journeys.
The Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It raises a key question: Has he turned into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole route out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. After fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now cost him his life.
The Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the story of our species. But, a faction was convinced. The ensuing intense scholarly debate has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
Many supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the track record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary featuring a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is this person genuinely changed, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest hours, people turn to him to restore normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it repair its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an effective treatment solution – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the uppermost levels of government.
An British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader relishes the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense shock. But the exact truth of what happened is still somewhat contested.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and given away enormous sums of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the prospect that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The urgent question is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his situation could change for the better. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
A International AI Competition and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the answers to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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