Upon consider the previous year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length articles emerges. These accounts delve into complex topics from political intrigue and scientific discoveries to deeply human journeys.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While numerous of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to move millions of books. It prompts a pertinent query: Has he become an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might now put him in mortal danger.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically changing the narrative of our human race. However, a faction was persuaded. The resulting heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing extent of exploitation it had committed.
The Statesman's Unexpected Record on International Law
Many supporters hoped that the prime minister would renew the UK's dedication to human rights. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses complex queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the director's own motives?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest hours, families turn to him to bring back peace.
Can an Iconic Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, strained funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas influence the highest levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich Gulf state has transformed into a key force on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented project?
A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain 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 Heartbreaking Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unforeseen.
A Unethical Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was immense outrage. But the exact truth of the procedures remains somewhat shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and showered vast sums of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply very savvy entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his situation might change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the secret to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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