As we consider the past year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length articles shines. These accounts explore intricate themes including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply human journeys.
The Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with scathing satires on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pertinent query: Has the author turned into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path out of prison was to join the regime forces. After 14 long years, his past as one of Assad's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as radically re-writing the history of our human race. But, not everyone was convinced. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the shocking scale of abuse it had committed.
The Statesman's Curious Stance on Human Rights
Many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's dedication to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A documentary following a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks complex questions: Is she really a new person, and what are the director's true intentions?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals depend on him to bring back order.
Can an Famous Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical remedy – until possibly now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the highest levels of government.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and flawless background, it's no surprise that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get wary.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has risen as a key player on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to manage a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Major Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the full truth of the events is still somewhat contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and given away vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the possibility that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his situation might improve. I was tragically misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might possess the key to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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