While we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length stories shines. Such accounts explore complex themes including political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
A Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. Although several of his writer peers have encountered censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. This raises a key query: Has the author become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his sole way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. After fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was hailed as radically changing the history of our species. But, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting intense argument has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling extent of abuse it had committed.
A Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Numerous voters expected that the prime minister would reaffirm the the nation's commitment to international law. However, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Identity
A film following a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is she really reformed, and what are the director's own intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals depend on him to bring back peace.
Can an Iconic Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an consistent medical remedy – until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of government.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling background, it's understandable that affluent individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become wary.
The Small State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a significant force on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a particular former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the exact truth of the events remains partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of artistic brilliance?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his situation could change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the key to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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