A Finest Long-Form Stories of the Year: A Compendium of Thought-Provoking Writing
As we reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles emerges. These narratives probe intricate subjects including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human journeys.
A Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with biting satires on autocratic rule. While many of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. This raises a key question: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was told that his only way to escape incarceration was to join the regime military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as radically re-writing the story of our species. But, not everyone was persuaded. The ensuing intense scholarly debate has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing extent of abuse it had committed.
The Leader's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the UK's dedication to human rights. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording poses difficult queries: Is she truly changed, and is the director's own methods?
The Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals turn to him to restore peace.
Will an Famous Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical solution – until perhaps now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the uppermost levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they started to get uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An incredibly rich Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this ambitious role?
An Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to deal with a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
An End of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact story of what happened remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered vast sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his life might improve. That hope was tragically mistaken.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he may possess the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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