Upon look back on the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional feature-length stories emerges. These narratives delve into multifaceted subjects ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While many of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still move millions of copies. It poses a key query: Has the author turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing heated controversy has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking extent of mistreatment it had committed.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many supporters expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is she really reformed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals depend on him to restore order.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an effective medical end – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas permeate the highest echelons of the state.
The British Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become uneasy.
A Small Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich Gulf state has risen as a key player on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise story of the procedures is still partially shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their home may in the near future be submerged. The critical question is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his situation might change for the better. I was tragically wrong.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may hold the key to which nation wins the global AI race.
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