Upon look back on the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional long-form articles shines. Such narratives delve into intricate themes including political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human sagas.
The Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. While many of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he continues to sell millions of books. This prompts a key question: Has the author turned into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still get him killed.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing bitter argument has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped uncover the disturbing extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
A Leader's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A documentary tracking a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording poses complex questions: Is this person really changed, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest hours, families depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings influence the highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and sterling background, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get uneasy.
The Small State That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich Gulf state has become a key actor on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most intractable disputes. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the precise truth of the procedures is still partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered huge amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the prospect that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then thought his situation might change for the better. I was devastatingly wrong.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation prevails in the global AI race.
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