Upon look back on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length pieces emerges. These pieces delve into intricate subjects including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human stories.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with scathing commentaries on autocratic rule. While numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he still sell millions of copies. This prompts a pressing query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only way to escape prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still get him killed.
A Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the story of our species. However, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting bitter controversy has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Curious Stance on Human Rights
Many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film following a repentant con artist as she sets up corrupt clients with covert recording asks complex queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest hours, people rely on him to bring back peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an effective treatment solution – up until potentially now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideas shape the uppermost echelons of the state.
An English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely wealthy country has risen as a key player on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
An Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for battle.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense outrage. But the precise story of what happened remains partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and showered huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the possibility that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his life could improve. I was sadly mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might possess the answers to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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