Upon look back on the previous year, a selection of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. These accounts probe intricate topics including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with sharp commentaries on power. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he continues to sell millions of books. This prompts a pertinent question: Has the author turned into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only route out of incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically changing the narrative of our species. However, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated controversy has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A documentary following a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
A Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, individuals depend on him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an effective treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings shape the very highest echelons of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen intellect and sterling background, it's understandable that wealthy individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to get wary.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has become a significant player on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact story of the events remains somewhat contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his situation could turn around. That hope was sadly mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he may hold the secret to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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