As we reflect on the previous year, a curated list of remarkable long-form stories emerges. Such accounts delve into complex subjects ranging from political machinations and historical revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with sharp commentaries on autocratic rule. While numerous of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. It poses a key question: Has he evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only way to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now get him killed.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely changing the story of our species. But, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting intense controversy has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she helped uncover the disturbing extent of exploitation it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is this person really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an effective medical end – up until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the very highest levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become wary.
The Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An extremely wealthy country has risen as a significant player on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense shock. But the full truth of what happened remains partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life might change for the better. I was sadly mistaken.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might possess the secret to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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