While we consider the previous year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length articles stands out. Such narratives probe intricate subjects including geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human journeys.
The Mysterious Writer and the Conscience of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he continues to move millions of copies. It raises a key question: Has the author become an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape incarceration was to join the regime forces. Following 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may still get him killed.
A Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally re-writing the narrative of our species. However, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing bitter argument has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the track record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is she really changed, and is the director's true intentions?
The Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, people turn to him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an consistent medical end – up until potentially now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas shape the highest levels of government.
An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and flawless reputation, it's understandable that wealthy individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they started to get suspicious.
The Small State That Became the World's Mediation Center
An extremely rich country has risen as a key actor on the world stage, working to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the full nature of the events remains somewhat contested.
A "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away vast amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his situation could improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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