A Best Feature Reads of the Year: An Compendium of Thought-Provoking Journalism

Upon reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable long-form articles shines. Such pieces probe complex subjects from geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human journeys.

The Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation

A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the 1990s with sharp satires on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of copies. This raises a key query: Has he turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?

Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War

The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.

A Acrimonious Argument Over Our Earliest Origins

The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as completely rewriting the narrative of our species. However, some scholars was in agreement. The subsequent intense controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.

The British Sect That Hid in the Open

One woman was just a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.

A Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law

Numerous voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.

Shattering a Nation's Self-Image

A documentary featuring a repentant fraudster as she records corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses difficult questions: Is she really a new person, and what are the director's own methods?

The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes

From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest times, people rely on him to bring back peace.

Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?

Plagued by restitution claims, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its reputation?

More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Severe Condition

Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an consistent medical remedy – up until possibly now.

The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government

A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas influence the uppermost levels of government.

An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side

With his sharp mind and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get suspicious.

The Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital

An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major force on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this ambitious role?

A Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle

Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.

Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story

How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?

An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Regret

When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.

The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Women

When details about a medical study in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of the events remains somewhat unclear.

The "Mozart" of the Online Economy

He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of artistic brilliance?

Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas

With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the prospect that their islands may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?

A Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution

When I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his life might turn around. I was sadly wrong.

The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection

In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he could possess the secret to who wins the global AI race.

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