Upon consider the previous year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length pieces stands out. These narratives delve into complex topics from political intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal journeys.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his only path to escape prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers could still get him killed.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing intense argument has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling extent of exploitation it had carried out.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to international law. However, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks difficult queries: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their most challenging moments, individuals turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the very highest echelons of government.
The British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant mind and flawless reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Center
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a significant actor on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most complex disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Inside View at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the exact truth of the events remains somewhat unclear.
A "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed vast amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the prospect that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to go?
A Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his situation could change for the better. I was tragically misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could hold the answers to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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