While we consider the previous year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles emerges. Such accounts delve into complex topics from political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
A Mysterious Author and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on power. Whereas many of his literary peers have faced censorship or fled the nation, he still move millions of books. This prompts a pressing question: Has the author become an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as completely rewriting the story of our human race. However, a faction was persuaded. The resulting heated controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the appalling breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
Many followers expected that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to international law. Yet, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film following a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises complex questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and is the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an consistent treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology influence the uppermost levels of government.
An English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen mind and impeccable background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major force on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented project?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full story of what happened is still partially contested.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away huge amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his situation might turn around. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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