Upon consider the past year, a assortment of outstanding long-form pieces shines. Such accounts delve into complex themes including geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Although many of his literary peers have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of books. It raises a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only path to escape incarceration was to join the government military. After 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Feud Over Our Ancient Origins
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our human race. However, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent heated argument has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Statesman's Curious Stance on International Law
Many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A film following a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is this person truly reformed, and is the director's true intentions?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest hours, people rely on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical remedy – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Mediation Center
An extremely wealthy country has transformed into a significant player on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader enjoys the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense shock. But the full nature of the events is still partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed vast amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his life might change for the better. I was tragically wrong.
A Global AI Competition and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the key to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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