Upon reflect on the previous year, a curated list of outstanding long-form articles shines. Such narratives explore intricate topics including political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with biting commentaries on power. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of books. This prompts a pressing query: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only route to escape prison was to join the government military. After 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now get him killed.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as radically changing the narrative of our human race. However, not everyone was persuaded. The resulting intense scholarly debate has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Cult That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking extent of exploitation it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their stickiest moments, people rely on him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an effective treatment solution – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideology influence the highest echelons of the state.
An English Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless background, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they started to become wary.
A Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Center
An incredibly rich country has risen as a key force on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this ambitious project?
A Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former US president. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise truth of the events is still partially shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the prospect that their islands may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his life could improve. I was tragically wrong.
A International AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he may possess the secret to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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