While we consider the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable long-form articles emerges. Such pieces delve into complex subjects including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on authoritarianism. Whereas numerous of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the nation, he continues to move millions of copies. It prompts a pertinent question: Has the author become an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole route to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now cost him his life.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely re-writing the narrative of our human race. However, not everyone was in agreement. The resulting heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The UK Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of abuse it had carried out.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to human rights. But, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary tracking a remorseful con artist as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is this person truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable medical remedy – up until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of government.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp mind and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are fueling this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to deal with a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
An End of a Major Aid Organization: Not 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 disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the precise story of the procedures is still somewhat contested.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his life could turn around. I was tragically mistaken.
A Global AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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