While we look back on the past year, a curated list of exceptional long-form pieces shines. Such narratives explore intricate topics including geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly human sagas.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with biting satires on power. Although numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. This prompts a pertinent query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path to escape incarceration was to join the regime military. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might still cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was heralded as radically rewriting the history of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
The UK Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous supporters anticipated that the prime minister would restore the UK's dedication to international law. However, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras poses difficult questions: Is she genuinely changed, and what are the filmmaker's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest moments, families rely on him to bring back order.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an effective medical remedy – until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Now, his ideology permeate the highest echelons of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich country has risen as a significant actor on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are fueling this ambitious project?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense outrage. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered vast amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply very savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the possibility that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his life could change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the secret to who wins the worldwide AI race.
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