As we consider the past year, a assortment of remarkable long-form articles stands out. Such narratives delve into intricate subjects including political intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
A Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on power. While many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of copies. This poses a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only way out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters may still get him killed.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the narrative of our species. However, not everyone was persuaded. The ensuing bitter argument has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling breadth of abuse it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks difficult queries: Is she truly a new person, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their stickiest moments, people turn to him to restore order.
Can an Famous Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained funding 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 legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable medical end – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideology influence the uppermost levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a key actor on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a certain former American leader. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
The End of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact truth of the events remains partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered huge sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the possibility that their home may soon cease to exist. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his situation might change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A Global AI Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the secret to which nation wins the global AI race.
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