As we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length pieces shines. These pieces probe intricate subjects from political intrigue and historical revelations to deeply human stories.
A Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. This poses a key question: Has the author become an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole path to escape prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters may still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Dispute Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally changing the story of our species. But, some scholars was persuaded. The ensuing heated argument has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the shocking scale of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
A great many supporters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with covert recording asks difficult questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and what are the director's true intentions?
A Man Who Cleans the UK's Darkest Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable treatment end – until perhaps now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings influence the uppermost echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant mind and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become uneasy.
A Tiny Nation That Became the World's Mediation Hub
An astonishingly wealthy country has risen as a significant player on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was widespread outrage. But the exact story of the procedures is still partially shrouded.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the possibility that their home may soon be submerged. The urgent question is: To where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his life might change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may hold the key to which nation prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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