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Upon consider the previous year, a assortment of outstanding long-form stories stands out. Such accounts probe multifaceted subjects ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human sagas.

The Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country

A certain Russian novelist became known in the post-Soviet era with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the country, he still sell millions of books. This prompts a pertinent question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?

Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War

The story of a young man, who at 18 was told that his only way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers might now cost him his life.

The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins

The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically re-writing the history of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting bitter controversy has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.

The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight

One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the appalling scale of exploitation it had committed.

The Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights

A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.

Challenging a Country's Self-Image

A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is she really changed, and what are the filmmaker's own methods?

A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes

From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest moments, individuals depend on him to bring back peace.

Will an Iconic Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?

Beset by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its legacy?

More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy

Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an reliable treatment solution – until perhaps now.

The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Government

A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideas shape the highest levels of the state.

The British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side

With his sharp intellect and impeccable credentials, it's understandable that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get uneasy.

The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center

An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a significant force on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?

A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry

Extremely disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to manage a certain former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.

During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case

What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?

The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Not Universal Regret

When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.

The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women

When details about a medical experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the full truth of the events is still partially unclear.

A "Genius" of the Online Age

He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away huge amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of daring genius?

Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to go?

A Tragic Case of Childhood Destitution

When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his situation could change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.

A Global AI Competition and a Key Move

In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could hold the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.

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