Upon reflect on the past year, a selection of remarkable long-form pieces shines. These pieces probe multifaceted topics ranging from political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human stories.
The Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. This prompts a key question: Has he turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only way out of prison was to join the government military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters could now cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely changing the narrative of our human race. However, some scholars was in agreement. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the shocking extent of abuse it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
Many followers hoped that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is this person really changed, and is the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging times, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable medical remedy – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas influence the highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their assets. Then they started to become wary.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has risen as a major player on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for battle.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the full truth of the events remains partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away enormous sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the reality that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his situation could turn around. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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