While we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of outstanding long-form articles stands out. These accounts delve into multifaceted subjects from geopolitical intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly personal sagas.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with biting satires on power. Although many of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to move millions of copies. It raises a pressing query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route to escape prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
A Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as radically re-writing the history of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the appalling extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Leader's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Many voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's commitment to international law. But, the track record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film following a remorseful fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises complex queries: Is she truly a new person, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest times, individuals turn to him to restore peace.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an effective treatment end – up until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas permeate the uppermost levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they started to get suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Became the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a significant player on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the full story of the procedures remains partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered huge amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the reality that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still thought his situation could improve. I was devastatingly mistaken.
The International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the secret to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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