Upon consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces emerges. These pieces delve into multifaceted subjects including political intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.
A Enigmatic Writer and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on autocratic rule. While several of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the country, he still sell vast numbers of books. It prompts a pressing question: Has the author become an apologist for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole route out of prison was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters may now cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally changing the history of our human race. Yet, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent bitter scholarly debate has consumed the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the disturbing extent of abuse it had carried out.
A Statesman's Curious Record on International Law
Numerous voters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been notably inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A documentary following a repentant con artist as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises complex queries: Is she really changed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their stickiest hours, individuals rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable treatment solution – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas influence the very highest levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable credentials, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become uneasy.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a significant player on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most complex disputes. What are driving this ambitious project?
A Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the fray.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense outrage. But the full nature of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed vast amounts of money to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the possibility that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Sorrowful Story of Youth Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his life might improve. That hope was tragically wrong.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In 2020, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he could hold the secret to who prevails in the global AI race.
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