While we look back on the previous year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. These accounts delve into complex themes ranging from political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human sagas.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. Although several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still move millions of copies. This poses a pressing question: Has he turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was told that his only path out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as radically rewriting the story of our human race. Yet, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the shocking scale of abuse it had committed.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises complex questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's true methods?
A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging times, families depend on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent medical solution – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the uppermost echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant mind and impeccable background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their assets. Until they began to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An incredibly rich country has risen as a key actor on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented role?
A Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to deal with a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense outrage. But the full truth of the events is still partially contested.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed huge amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the reality that their home may soon be submerged. The critical question is: To where are they going to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his situation might improve. I was devastatingly wrong.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could possess the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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