While we consider the year gone by, a selection of remarkable feature-length pieces stands out. Such accounts explore multifaceted topics from political intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with biting satires on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he continues to move millions of books. This raises a pertinent question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole path out of incarceration was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters may now put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as radically changing the story of our human race. Yet, not everyone was convinced. The ensuing intense controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Curious Record on International Law
A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously inconsistent.
Breaking a Nation's Identity
A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is this person really reformed, and is the director's true methods?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest hours, people depend on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideas influence the highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless background, it's understandable that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Then they started to get suspicious.
The Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An extremely rich country has become a key player on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise nature of the procedures is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away enormous sums of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his situation could improve. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the key to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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