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While we look back on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length articles shines. These narratives explore complex topics including political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply human stories.

A Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation

A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This prompts a pressing question: Has he turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?

Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Civil War

The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his sole route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.

The Fierce Feud Over Our Ancient Origins

The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as radically rewriting the history of our species. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent heated controversy has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.

A British Cult That Operated in the Open

Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.

The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on Human Rights

A great many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to human rights. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.

Challenging a Country's Identity

A film featuring a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks complex queries: Is this person really changed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?

The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Stains

From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest times, individuals rely on him to restore order.

Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?

Beset by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?

Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Pregnancy

Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an effective medical remedy – until possibly now.

A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government

A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideas permeate the uppermost echelons of government.

The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret

With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they started to become uneasy.

A Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital

An extremely wealthy Gulf state has become a major player on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are fueling this ambitious project?

A Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle

Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to manage a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.

Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story

How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?

The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning

When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.

A Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Women

When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of the events is still partially shrouded.

The "Mozart" of the Online Economy

He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered huge amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of daring genius?

Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the prospect that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: Where are they going to relocate?

A Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness

When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life could turn around. That hope was sadly wrong.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Defection

In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.

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