Upon consider the past year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories emerges. Such accounts probe complex topics including political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the 1990s with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his writer peers have encountered censorship or fled the country, he still move millions of copies. This raises a key query: Has he evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers might still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The finding of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the history of our species. But, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing bitter controversy has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the shocking scale of exploitation it had committed.
A Statesman's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras poses complex questions: Is she really a new person, and is the director's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – everything. In their most challenging moments, people depend on him to bring back peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an effective medical solution – until possibly now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his teachings shape the very highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to become suspicious.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely rich Gulf state has risen as a significant force on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise truth of the procedures remains somewhat contested.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away enormous sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply very clever entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they going to go?
One Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life could change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the global AI race.
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