As we reflect on the previous year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length pieces stands out. Such pieces explore intricate subjects ranging from political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the nineties with sharp satires on power. While several of his literary contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the country, he continues to move millions of books. This poses a pressing query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. After fourteen years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now get him killed.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Cult That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing extent of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on International Law
A great many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film following a repentant fraudster as she records corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks thorny queries: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the director's true motives?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest moments, families depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable medical solution – up until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology shape the very highest echelons of the state.
An British Professional With a Crooked Side
With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that affluent individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to get uneasy.
The Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An extremely rich country has become a key force on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader relishes the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to manage a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the precise story of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation could turn around. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he could hold the key to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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