As we consider the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable long-form articles emerges. These accounts delve into multifaceted topics ranging from political machinations and historical revelations to deeply human journeys.
A Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. While many of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the country, he continues to move millions of books. This raises a pressing question: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole route to escape prison was to enlist in the government military. After fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. However, a faction was convinced. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped uncover the shocking extent of exploitation it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary following a remorseful con artist as she records corrupt individuals with covert recording poses thorny questions: Is she really a new person, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest times, families rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an reliable medical remedy – up until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the uppermost echelons of the state.
The British Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen intellect and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An incredibly rich country has risen as a significant player on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread shock. But the full truth of the procedures is still partially unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge sums of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the prospect that their islands may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his life could improve. I was devastatingly mistaken.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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