As we reflect on the previous year, a selection of remarkable feature-length articles emerges. These narratives explore multifaceted themes including political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply personal stories.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the 1990s with scathing critiques on power. While many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move millions of books. It prompts a pressing query: Has the author become an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole route out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now cost him his life.
The Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was heralded as radically rewriting the story of our human race. But, not everyone was persuaded. The resulting heated controversy has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking extent of exploitation it had committed.
The Leader's Curious Record on International Law
A great many supporters hoped that the prime minister would restore the UK's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A documentary following a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording raises complex queries: Is this person truly a new person, and is the director's true intentions?
A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, individuals turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an reliable medical solution – until possibly now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the highest levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen intellect and flawless credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An extremely rich country has risen as a key player on the world stage, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a particular sitting 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 Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was immense shock. But the full story of the events remains somewhat contested.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered vast amounts of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is confronting the reality that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The urgent question is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his situation might change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he may hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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