Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length articles stands out. These accounts probe complex topics from political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
A Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with biting critiques on autocratic rule. While several of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of books. It prompts a pressing query: Has he become an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole path to escape incarceration was to join the government forces. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers may still cost him his life.
The Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. However, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent intense argument has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
The UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses thorny queries: Is she genuinely a new person, and is the filmmaker's own motives?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest times, individuals turn to him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective treatment solution – until perhaps now.
The Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology permeate the very highest echelons of government.
An English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his sharp intellect and impeccable background, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become uneasy.
The Small State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An extremely rich country has transformed into a significant player on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. What are driving this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to deal with a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise truth of the events is still somewhat contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away huge sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the possibility that their home may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his life could turn around. I was devastatingly wrong.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could hold the secret to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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