While we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable long-form stories shines. These accounts probe complex subjects including geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly personal stories.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on power. Whereas numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of books. It prompts a key query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his only path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. Following fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Feud Over Our Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as completely changing the story of our human race. Yet, a faction was convinced. The subsequent bitter argument has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped uncover the appalling scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Many followers anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny queries: Is she truly changed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging hours, people depend on him to restore order.
Will an Renowned Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an effective treatment end – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas permeate the highest levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling background, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they began to become wary.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a major player on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to handle a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was immense shock. But the exact nature of the events remains somewhat shrouded.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and showered enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his life could turn around. I was sadly mistaken.
The Global AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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