While we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable long-form articles emerges. Such accounts probe intricate topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with biting satires on power. Although many of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the country, he continues to move millions of copies. This raises a pressing question: Has he become an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only way out of prison was to enlist in the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters could now get him killed.
The Fierce Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. However, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing heated argument has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking extent of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary tracking a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording asks difficult questions: Is this person really a new person, and is the director's true methods?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest moments, families turn to him to restore peace.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent medical end – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the very highest levels of government.
The British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become uneasy.
The Small State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely rich country has transformed into a significant force on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense outrage. But the full story of the events remains somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous sums of cash to selected participants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or works of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then thought his situation could change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he may possess the answers to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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