While we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable long-form articles shines. These pieces delve into intricate topics including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp satires on authoritarianism. While many of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the country, he continues to move millions of books. This raises a key query: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of prison was to join the government military. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still get him killed.
The Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as radically changing the history of our human race. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent heated argument has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling breadth of abuse it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the UK's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A documentary featuring a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's true methods?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest moments, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective treatment end – up until potentially now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of government.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a significant actor on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. What are behind this unprecedented project?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for battle.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the full story of the events remains somewhat unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and showered huge sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they going to go?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life could change for the better. That hope was tragically wrong.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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