The Top In-Depth Articles of the Year: An Compendium of Thought-Provoking Narratives
Upon look back on the past year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. Such accounts delve into multifaceted subjects including geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the nineties with biting satires on authoritarianism. While many of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell millions of copies. It poses a key query: Has the author turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers may still cost him his life.
A Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as radically changing the story of our species. But, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting intense argument has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the shocking scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
Many voters expected that the prime minister would restore the the nation's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary following a repentant fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses complex questions: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's own motives?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest times, individuals turn to him to bring back order.
Can an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an reliable medical solution – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of government.
An English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to get uneasy.
The Small State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Capital
An extremely rich Gulf state has transformed into a key player on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most long-standing disputes. What are driving this ambitious role?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Aid Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise story of the procedures remains partially unclear.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered huge sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the possibility that their home may soon cease to exist. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his life could turn around. I was tragically misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he may hold the secret to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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