While we consider the previous year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. These accounts delve into multifaceted themes including political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human journeys.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the post-Soviet era with biting satires on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the country, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only path to escape incarceration was to join the government forces. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's fighters may still put him in mortal danger.
A Bitter Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as completely re-writing the story of our species. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the shocking extent of abuse it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
A great many voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is this person genuinely a new person, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
The Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest moments, people depend on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the uppermost echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and impeccable background, it's no surprise that affluent clients trusted him with their assets. Then they started to become uneasy.
A Small State That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has transformed into a significant force on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the full nature of the procedures is still partially shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away vast amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the possibility that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life could change for the better. That hope was sadly mistaken.
The Global AI Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might hold the key to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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