Upon reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable long-form articles emerges. Such pieces delve into intricate topics including political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
The Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author gained prominence in the nineties with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he still move millions of books. It prompts a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only route out of prison was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our human race. But, a faction was persuaded. The subsequent bitter controversy has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the appalling extent of exploitation it had committed.
A Leader's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
Numerous followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary tracking a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny questions: Is she truly changed, and is the director's own motives?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their stickiest times, individuals turn to him to bring back peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical end – until possibly now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology influence the highest echelons of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become wary.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An extremely wealthy country has become a major actor on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. What are driving this ambitious project?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn baby?
An End of a Global Development Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a scientific study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the possibility that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Childhood Destitution
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
The Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may possess the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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