Upon look back on the past year, a curated list of outstanding long-form pieces stands out. These accounts delve into complex subjects ranging from political intrigue and scientific discoveries to deeply personal stories.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Although several of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or left the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only way out of incarceration was to join the government military. After fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still get him killed.
A Bitter Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely changing the history of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated argument has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful con artist as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is she really reformed, and what are the director's true methods?
The Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals rely on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, strained finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen mind and flawless background, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get suspicious.
A Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Hub
An extremely wealthy country has transformed into a significant actor on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. What are fueling this ambitious project?
A Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to deal with a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise nature of what happened is still partially shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the possibility that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his life could improve. I was devastatingly wrong.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he could possess the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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