As we reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. These accounts delve into multifaceted topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp satires on autocratic rule. Although several of his writer peers have encountered censorship or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he evolved into an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only path out of prison was to join the government military. After fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as completely re-writing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting bitter argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing scale of exploitation it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A documentary following a remorseful con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is this person truly reformed, and is the director's true motives?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging hours, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Iconic Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it salvage its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective medical remedy – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the highest echelons of government.
The British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy country has become a major player on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented project?
A Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Summitry
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a certain sitting US president. Seven 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 daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the sixties became public, there was immense shock. But the exact story of what happened remains partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their islands may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his situation could improve. I was tragically wrong.
A Global AI Race and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may possess the key to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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