While we reflect on the year gone by, a curated list of outstanding long-form articles shines. These pieces probe intricate subjects ranging from geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with scathing critiques on power. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It raises a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only way out of incarceration was to join the government military. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally changing the history of our species. However, a faction was convinced. The ensuing intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the shocking extent of mistreatment it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A film tracking a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is this person truly a new person, and what are the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals depend on him to bring back peace.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an consistent medical remedy – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the very highest levels of government.
An English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and impeccable background, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become wary.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a key actor on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to deal with a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise nature of the events remains partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed huge amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life could change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he might hold the secret to who wins the global AI race.
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