As we consider the past year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length pieces emerges. These narratives probe intricate themes including geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human journeys.
A Puzzling Writer and the Conscience of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he still move millions of books. This poses a key query: Has the author become an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only way out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was proclaimed as radically re-writing the story of our species. But, not everyone was persuaded. The resulting heated scholarly debate has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling scale of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights
A great many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. Yet, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording asks complex queries: Is this person truly changed, and is the filmmaker's true motives?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Famous Institution Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the exposure of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an reliable medical remedy – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the very highest levels of government.
The British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable background, it's no surprise that affluent clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they started to get uneasy.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely wealthy country has become a major player on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the full story of what happened is still somewhat unclear.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered 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 go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation might turn around. I was sadly wrong.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to which nation wins the global AI race.
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