Upon look back on the year gone by, a selection of remarkable long-form articles emerges. These narratives delve into complex topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human stories.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the nineties with sharp satires on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. It raises a key question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole path to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. After fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still get him killed.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the story of our species. But, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting bitter controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the disturbing breadth of abuse it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Numerous followers expected that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to human rights. However, the record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film tracking a repentant master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks complex queries: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the director's true intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest times, individuals depend on him to restore order.
Will an Famous Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to repair its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an effective treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings permeate the highest echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become suspicious.
A Small State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy country has become a significant actor on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
An End of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense shock. But the full truth of the events is still somewhat contested.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The pressing question is: Where are they going to go?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his situation might improve. That hope was sadly wrong.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he may possess the key to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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