Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. These accounts explore multifaceted themes from geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly personal sagas.
The Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing commentaries on power. Whereas numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. This raises a key question: Has he become an apologist for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his sole way out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was hailed as radically re-writing the history of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing heated argument has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the appalling extent of abuse it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on Human Rights
A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would restore the UK's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A film tracking a remorseful fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks complex questions: Is she truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, families depend on him to restore peace.
Will an Famous Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment end – until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideas shape the highest levels of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant mind and sterling background, it's understandable that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely wealthy country has risen as a major player on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious role?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to manage a certain former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the precise truth of what happened remains somewhat shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away huge amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the reality that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent question is: Where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his situation might change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
A Global AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might hold the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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