While we consider the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. These pieces delve into multifaceted themes from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with sharp critiques on power. While several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he continues to move millions of copies. This poses a pertinent query: Has he turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path out of prison was to join the government military. After fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers might now get him killed.
The Fierce Dispute Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was convinced. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling extent of abuse it had committed.
A Leader's Curious Record on International Law
A great many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the past year has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording raises thorny queries: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the director's own methods?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Famous Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas influence the highest echelons of the state.
The British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant mind and sterling background, it's little wonder that wealthy clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they started to get wary.
A Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a key force on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread shock. But the exact nature of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the possibility that their home may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then believed his situation might turn around. I was tragically misplaced.
A Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he may possess the secret to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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