A Finest In-Depth Articles of the Year: A Compendium of Compelling Narratives
While we consider the previous year, a curated list of exceptional long-form articles emerges. Such narratives delve into intricate topics including political machinations and historical revelations to profoundly personal stories.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on power. Although numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. This raises a pertinent question: Has the author become an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his history as one of Assad's fighters might still get him killed.
The Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as completely re-writing the history of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing bitter argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Puzzling Record on International Law
Many supporters hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful master criminal as she records unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny queries: Is this person truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to restore peace.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an effective medical end – until possibly now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas influence the uppermost echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get uneasy.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Mediation Center
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a certain former American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Global Development Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full nature of the events remains partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their homeland may soon be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his situation might turn around. I was tragically mistaken.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the key to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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