While we reflect on the year gone by, a selection of exceptional feature-length articles emerges. These narratives probe multifaceted themes including political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. This prompts a key query: Has the author turned into an supporter 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 way out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now get him killed.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the history of our species. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The resulting bitter argument has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking extent of exploitation it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks complex queries: Is this person genuinely reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest hours, individuals turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective medical remedy – up until possibly now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas influence the highest echelons of government.
An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his keen intellect and sterling background, it's little wonder that wealthy clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a key force on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to deal with a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the full story of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and given away enormous sums of money to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then believed his life might improve. I was tragically misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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