Upon look back on the past year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories shines. These pieces probe intricate topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply human journeys.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with scathing critiques on power. Whereas many of his literary contemporaries have faced censorship or left the nation, he still sell millions of copies. It poses a key query: Has the author become an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole way out of incarceration was to join the regime military. After 14 years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still get him killed.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was proclaimed as radically re-writing the narrative of our human race. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The ensuing heated controversy has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.
A British Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in uncover the appalling extent of exploitation it had committed.
A Leader's Curious Record on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. Yet, the track record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording raises difficult queries: Is she truly changed, and is the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals turn to him to restore order.
Can an Iconic Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, strained finances and the revelation of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective treatment remedy – up until possibly now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings permeate the very highest echelons of government.
An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen intellect and flawless background, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients entrusted him with their wealth. Then they started to get suspicious.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An extremely rich country has risen as a major player on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex disputes. What are fueling this ambitious role?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron relishes the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to handle a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Aid Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unexpected.
The Disturbing 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise story of the events is still somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the possibility that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his situation could turn around. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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