As we consider the previous year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles emerges. Such pieces delve into complex subjects ranging from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
A Puzzling Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with biting critiques on power. Whereas several of his writer peers have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of books. This raises a pressing query: Has the author become an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his only path to escape prison was to enlist in the government military. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might still get him killed.
The Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as radically re-writing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing heated controversy has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Curious Record on Human Rights
A great many supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses complex queries: Is this person genuinely reformed, and what are the director's true motives?
A Person Who Cleans the UK's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, families turn to him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an effective treatment remedy – until possibly now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his keen intellect and sterling reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key player on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex disputes. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread shock. But the precise nature of the procedures is still somewhat shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered vast amounts of money to selected participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his situation might change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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