Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles shines. These narratives probe multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing commentaries on power. While many of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pressing query: Has he turned into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only route out of incarceration was to join the regime military. Following 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now cost him his life.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as radically re-writing the story of our species. Yet, not everyone was convinced. The resulting intense argument has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous supporters hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the performance over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises complex questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest moments, people rely on him to restore peace.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective treatment end – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. Today, his teachings shape the very highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.
A Small State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely rich country has become a major actor on the international scene, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
An End of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the exact truth of what happened is still partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his situation might turn around. I was sadly wrong.
A International AI Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could hold the key to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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