A Finest In-Depth Articles of the Year: A Compendium of Compelling Writing
As we look back on the past year, a assortment of exceptional in-depth articles shines. Such accounts delve into intricate subjects including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with sharp satires on autocratic rule. Although many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still move millions of books. This poses a pertinent query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was told that his only path to escape incarceration was to join the government military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now get him killed.
A Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The resulting intense argument has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Curious Record on International Law
Many supporters expected that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary following a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is this person genuinely a new person, and what are the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable medical remedy – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings shape the highest echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp mind and flawless background, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they started to get uneasy.
A Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An extremely rich Gulf state has risen as a key actor on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the exact nature of the events is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the prospect that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing question is: Where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life could turn around. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
A Global AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may hold the answers to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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