As we consider the previous year, a curated list of outstanding long-form articles shines. Such narratives delve into intricate topics from geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. While numerous of his literary peers have encountered censorship or fled the country, he still sell millions of books. This raises a pertinent question: Has he turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only path out of prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still get him killed.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was heralded as completely rewriting the narrative of our human race. Yet, a faction was convinced. The subsequent heated argument has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Puzzling Record on International Law
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film tracking a remorseful fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is this person really a new person, and is the filmmaker's true intentions?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical solution – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology shape the highest levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that affluent clients trusted him with their assets. Then they began to become wary.
A Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a key force on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman best placed to deal with a certain former American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact nature of the procedures remains partially contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away huge amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very clever clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the reality that their islands may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his situation could improve. I was devastatingly wrong.
A International AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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