As we reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles stands out. These accounts explore complex subjects ranging from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human sagas.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on autocratic rule. While several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. This poses a pertinent query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. After 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as radically rewriting the story of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing breadth of exploitation it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is this person genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest times, individuals depend on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an reliable treatment remedy – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the highest levels of government.
The British Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and sterling background, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly wealthy country has risen as a significant force on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader enjoys the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was not unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise nature of what happened remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and given away vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the prospect that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his situation could turn around. I was sadly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might hold the secret to who prevails in the global AI race.
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