As we reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of outstanding feature-length articles stands out. Such accounts delve into multifaceted topics ranging from political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human sagas.
The Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with sharp commentaries on autocratic rule. While several of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. It poses a pertinent question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path to escape prison was to join the regime forces. Following 14 years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers might now get him killed.
The Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally changing the story of our species. However, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting intense scholarly debate has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the shocking breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many supporters hoped that the prime minister would restore the UK's commitment to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a remorseful con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises thorny queries: Is this person really changed, and is the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest hours, families rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an consistent treatment end – up until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideology influence the uppermost levels of government.
The English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's understandable that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to get uneasy.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a major player on the international scene, working to solve some of the most intractable disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented project?
An Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense outrage. But the exact story of the events is still partially shrouded.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away vast amounts of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is confronting the prospect that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then hoped his situation might improve. I was devastatingly misplaced.
The Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to who wins the global AI race.
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