While we reflect on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles emerges. These pieces explore multifaceted themes including political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly personal stories.
The Mysterious Author and the Soul of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the country, he continues to sell millions of books. This raises a key query: Has he turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole path to escape prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as radically rewriting the story of our human race. Yet, a faction was convinced. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling scale of abuse it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary featuring a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras poses complex queries: Is she truly a new person, and is the director's own methods?
The Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the uppermost levels of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Mediation Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a major force on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
An Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader best placed to handle a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Major Development Agency: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the precise truth of the procedures is still partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is confronting the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his life could turn around. I was tragically mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the answers to who prevails in the global AI race.
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