Upon consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable long-form pieces stands out. These narratives probe complex subjects including political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly personal journeys.
The Puzzling Writer and the Conscience of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with scathing commentaries on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. This poses a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government military. Following 14 long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may still cost him his life.
A Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally changing the history of our human race. However, some scholars was in agreement. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many supporters expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. But, the track record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A film following a repentant fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras poses complex questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the director's own motives?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their stickiest hours, individuals depend on him to restore peace.
Can an Famous Museum Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the very highest echelons of the state.
An English Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get wary.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Hub
An astonishingly wealthy country has risen as a significant player on the world stage, working to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious project?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact truth of the procedures remains somewhat contested.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and showered huge amounts of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the possibility that their home may soon be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation could change for the better. That hope was tragically wrong.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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