As we reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length articles emerges. Such pieces explore complex subjects including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal stories.
The Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on autocratic rule. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pressing question: Has he evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as completely changing the story of our species. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The resulting intense controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A UK Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the shocking scale of exploitation it had committed.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Numerous voters hoped that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the director's own intentions?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest times, people turn to him to bring back peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, difficult funding and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an effective treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas influence the uppermost levels of government.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they started to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has risen as a key force on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to manage a certain sitting American leader. Seven 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 daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was not unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full story of the events remains partially unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the reality that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his situation could turn around. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, 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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