While we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable long-form stories shines. These narratives delve into multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human stories.
The Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with biting critiques on autocratic rule. While several of his literary peers have faced censorship or left the country, he still move millions of books. It raises a pertinent query: Has he turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as completely changing the history of our species. However, not everyone was persuaded. The resulting heated controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing extent of abuse it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
A great many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to international law. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true methods?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their darkest times, people rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an effective treatment remedy – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideas shape the very highest levels of the state.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An extremely rich country has transformed into a key force on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most complex disputes. What are fueling this ambitious project?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a particular former American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When actions were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of what happened is still partially shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the possibility that their home may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his life could improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The Global AI Competition and a Key Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the secret to who prevails in the global AI race.
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