Upon look back on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles stands out. These narratives explore intricate topics including political intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.
A Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author gained prominence in the nineties with biting commentaries on power. Whereas many of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It raises a pressing query: Has he turned into an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only way out of prison was to join the regime military. After fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers may now get him killed.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally re-writing the narrative of our human race. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated controversy has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking breadth of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
Many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to international law. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a repentant master criminal as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording asks complex queries: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an reliable treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas influence the uppermost echelons of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and sterling reputation, it's understandable that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get suspicious.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly rich Gulf state has transformed into a major force on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this unprecedented role?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a certain former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the exact story of what happened remains partially contested.
A "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the reality that their home may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his situation could improve. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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