Upon consider the previous year, a selection of outstanding feature-length articles shines. Such pieces explore multifaceted themes ranging from political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
A Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. This prompts a pressing query: Has the author become an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers may now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely re-writing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was in agreement. The subsequent heated argument has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling scale of mistreatment it had committed.
The Leader's Curious Record on Human Rights
Many followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks complex questions: Is she truly changed, and is the filmmaker's own motives?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideas influence the uppermost echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has become a key force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise truth of what happened remains partially contested.
A "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed huge amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his life might improve. I was tragically wrong.
A Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he may possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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