While we look back on the past year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces emerges. Such accounts probe multifaceted subjects including political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
A Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with sharp commentaries on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell millions of books. It raises a pressing query: Has he become an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his sole path out of prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might still put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. Yet, not everyone was convinced. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in the Open
One woman was just a child when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the shocking scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording raises difficult questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's true intentions?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging times, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's leading museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an reliable treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. Today, his teachings influence the very highest levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen intellect and impeccable background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get wary.
A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a key actor on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the international arena, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to deal with a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was immense shock. But the full truth of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and showered vast amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the reality that their home may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation might turn around. I was sadly wrong.
A Global AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might hold the secret to who prevails in the global AI race.
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