While we look back on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. Such accounts probe multifaceted themes from geopolitical machinations and historical revelations to profoundly personal journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with biting satires on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he still sell millions of books. This prompts a key query: Has he evolved into an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only route to escape prison was to enlist in the government military. After fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's fighters could now put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as completely changing the narrative of our species. Yet, a faction was convinced. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
A British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the disturbing breadth of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Leader's Curious Stance on Human Rights
A great many followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to human rights. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt individuals with hidden cameras raises complex queries: Is this person truly reformed, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
A Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals rely on him to bring back peace.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment solution – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideology shape the uppermost levels of the state.
The British Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen mind and sterling reputation, it's no surprise that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a major actor on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are driving this unprecedented project?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact truth of the procedures is still partially contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the prospect that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then hoped his life might change for the better. I was devastatingly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the key to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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