While we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces emerges. These narratives probe multifaceted themes ranging from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human sagas.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing critiques on autocratic rule. While several of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the country, he still sell vast numbers of copies. This raises a key query: Has the author evolved into an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only path out of prison was to enlist in the regime military. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might still cost him his life.
A Fierce Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as radically rewriting the history of our human race. Yet, a faction was persuaded. The subsequent intense argument has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
A great many followers expected that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film following a repentant master criminal as she sets up unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras raises difficult queries: Is she really a new person, and is the director's own methods?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest hours, families depend on him to restore peace.
Can an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's number one museum is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an effective treatment solution – until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas shape the highest echelons of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they began to get uneasy.
The Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An incredibly wealthy country has transformed into a major player on the international scene, striving to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented role?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, 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 globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Shocking Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise story of what happened remains partially contested.
A "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and distributed vast sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his life could turn around. That hope was tragically wrong.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he might hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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