While we consider the year gone by, a selection of exceptional feature-length pieces emerges. These accounts probe intricate subjects including political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Mysterious Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting satires on autocratic rule. Whereas numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still sell vast numbers of copies. It raises a key query: Has he become an defender for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole path out of incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was heralded as radically changing the story of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent bitter argument has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the disturbing extent of abuse it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the UK's dedication to international law. However, the record over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt individuals with covert recording raises difficult queries: Is this person truly reformed, and is the director's true methods?
The Man Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their darkest times, families turn to him to bring back order.
Can an Famous Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an effective medical solution – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the highest echelons of government.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen intellect and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that wealthy clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to get uneasy.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An incredibly rich country has risen as a significant player on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this ambitious role?
An Close-Up View at a President Preparing for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The End of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat contested.
The "Master" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's population is confronting the possibility that their islands may soon be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Case of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his situation could improve. I was sadly misplaced.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the secret to which nation prevails in the global AI race.
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