Upon consider the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories shines. These narratives delve into complex subjects including geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to deeply personal sagas.
The Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the 1990s with biting critiques on autocratic rule. Although several of his writer contemporaries have faced censorship or fled the country, he still sell vast numbers of books. This poses a key question: Has he evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The tale of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only route out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now cost him his life.
The Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was convinced. The resulting intense argument has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking scale of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. However, the track record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A film featuring a repentant master criminal as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's own intentions?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their stickiest moments, families depend on him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to restore its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an effective medical solution – up until potentially now.
A Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the uppermost levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and impeccable credentials, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get suspicious.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely rich Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Development Organization: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was not unexpected.
The Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the full story of the events is still partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and distributed vast sums of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy entertainment – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the prospect that their homeland may soon cease to exist. The pressing issue is: Where are they going to go?
A Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his situation might improve. I was sadly mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he may possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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