Upon look back on the previous year, a curated list of outstanding long-form articles shines. These pieces explore complex topics including geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
A Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he still move millions of books. It poses a pressing query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route to escape prison was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters might now get him killed.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as completely changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The subsequent intense controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was just a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A documentary featuring a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is she really reformed, and is the filmmaker's own motives?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest hours, families turn to him to bring back peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an effective treatment solution – until possibly now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the highest levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and flawless background, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they began to get wary.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a key force on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most complex disputes. What are fueling this ambitious role?
An Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the full story of the events is still partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and showered vast sums of money to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is confronting the reality that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The critical question is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his situation could change for the better. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A 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. Today, he could hold the answers to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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