While we reflect on the year gone by, a selection of remarkable feature-length pieces stands out. These accounts probe intricate subjects ranging from political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
The Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with sharp critiques on power. Whereas several of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he still sell vast numbers of books. This prompts a pressing question: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole path to escape prison was to join the regime forces. After 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now get him killed.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Ancient Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our species. Yet, a faction was persuaded. The resulting bitter argument has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Leader's Curious Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's commitment to international law. Yet, the record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny questions: Is she genuinely changed, and what are the director's own methods?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging times, families depend on him to bring back order.
Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the uppermost levels of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to become uneasy.
A Small Nation That Became the Global Mediation Center
An incredibly rich Gulf state has risen as a significant force on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
An Inside View at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to manage a particular former US president. 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
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full truth of the procedures remains partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and distributed huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the possibility that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: Where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his situation might turn around. That hope was tragically misplaced.
The International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the secret to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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