Upon look back on the past year, a assortment of remarkable long-form stories emerges. These accounts delve into intricate themes from political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
A Mysterious Author and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting satires on autocratic rule. Although several of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still sell vast numbers of copies. This raises a pressing question: Has the author evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only path out of prison was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still get him killed.
The Bitter Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. But, not everyone was persuaded. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
The Statesman's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
A great many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. However, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises complex questions: Is she genuinely changed, and what are the director's own methods?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest times, people depend on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology permeate the uppermost levels of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant mind and impeccable credentials, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become suspicious.
A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly rich country has become a major actor on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to deal with a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread shock. But the precise truth of the procedures remains somewhat contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away vast amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the possibility that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life might change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation wins the global AI race.
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