Upon consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles shines. These accounts delve into complex topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to deeply human sagas.
The Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the 1990s with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While several of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he still sell vast numbers of books. It poses a pressing query: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the regime military. Following 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now get him killed.
A Bitter Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as radically changing the history of our species. But, not everyone was convinced. The resulting intense argument has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording asks thorny questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Can an Iconic Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, strained funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment solution – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the uppermost levels of government.
The British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling background, it's little wonder that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to become uneasy.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a major player on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this ambitious role?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the precise nature of the procedures remains somewhat contested.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away vast sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life could turn around. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
A International AI Race and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could hold the answers to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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