As we consider the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional long-form articles shines. Such narratives probe intricate subjects from political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human journeys.
A Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with biting satires on authoritarianism. While many of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to move millions of copies. This prompts a pressing query: Has he become an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers could still put him in mortal danger.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally changing the story of our human race. However, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent intense argument has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the appalling scale of mistreatment it had committed.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
Numerous followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's commitment to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film tracking a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses complex questions: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the director's true methods?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals depend on him to restore order.
Will an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an consistent treatment solution – until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the highest echelons of the state.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant mind and sterling background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich country has become a significant actor on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
A Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to manage a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was immense shock. But the exact nature of the procedures remains partially shrouded.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge amounts of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their home may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his situation could change for the better. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may hold the secret to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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