While we consider the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. These pieces probe multifaceted topics from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the 1990s with biting critiques on power. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pressing query: Has he become an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The tale of Mustafa, who at 18 was informed that his sole path out of prison was to join the government military. After 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now get him killed.
A Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as completely re-writing the narrative of our species. Yet, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of mistreatment it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Stance on International Law
A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording poses difficult queries: Is she truly a new person, and what are the director's true motives?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging moments, individuals depend on him to bring back order.
Will an Renowned Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable medical end – until potentially now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings permeate the highest levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp intellect and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get suspicious.
The Small State That Became the Global Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has become a significant player on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
The End of a Major Development Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense outrage. But the full truth of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed huge sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the reality that their islands may soon cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Case of Youth Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his situation might turn around. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A International AI Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may possess the answers to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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