Upon look back on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. These accounts explore complex topics including political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply human sagas.
The Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Country
A certain Russian novelist became known in the nineties with biting commentaries on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. This raises a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the government military. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now get him killed.
A Fierce Dispute Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally changing the narrative of our human race. Yet, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting intense controversy has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Numerous supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises thorny questions: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the director's own motives?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, families rely on him to bring back order.
Will an Famous Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent medical solution – until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the highest echelons of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get suspicious.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An extremely rich country has transformed into a significant force on the international scene, working to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Summitry
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was widespread shock. But the full story of the procedures remains partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and showered vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the prospect that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his situation might turn around. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he might possess the key to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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