A Top Long-Form Articles of the Year: A Collection of Compelling Narratives
Upon look back on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces shines. Such narratives probe multifaceted themes from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human sagas.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on power. Although numerous of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It raises a key question: Has he turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could still get him killed.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as completely re-writing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing heated argument has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing scale of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with covert recording asks difficult questions: Is this person really changed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, families turn to him to bring back peace.
Can an Iconic Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the very highest levels of government.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and sterling background, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a major actor on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Inside View at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to manage a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the full story of the events remains partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed enormous amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the prospect that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then hoped his situation might change for the better. I was tragically wrong.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he may hold the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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