While we reflect on the previous year, a selection of exceptional feature-length pieces shines. These narratives explore intricate topics from geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply human sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his literary peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell millions of books. It prompts a pressing query: Has he become an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his sole way out of prison was to join the regime military. After 14 long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now cost him his life.
A Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically re-writing the narrative of our species. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of abuse it had committed.
A Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary featuring a remorseful con artist as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is she truly changed, and is the director's true motives?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging moments, individuals depend on him to restore order.
Can an Famous Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, precarious finances and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent medical solution – until potentially now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the very highest echelons of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get wary.
A Small Nation That Became the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a major player on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. What are fueling this ambitious role?
A Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The End of a Major Development Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.
A Unethical Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise story of the events remains partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered vast amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his situation might improve. I was tragically misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the answers to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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