Upon consider the previous year, a assortment of outstanding long-form articles shines. Such narratives explore multifaceted topics from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of copies. It raises a pertinent query: Has the author become an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. After 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally changing the story of our species. However, not everyone was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights
Many voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is this person truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to restore order.
Will an Famous Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an effective treatment solution – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology permeate the very highest echelons of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their assets. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key player on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a certain former American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread shock. But the exact story of what happened is still somewhat unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed huge amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the possibility that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The critical question is: Where are they going to go?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his situation could change for the better. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could possess the key to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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