While we reflect on the previous year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length stories shines. Such pieces delve into complex topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
A Mysterious Writer and the Soul of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with biting satires on power. Whereas numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the country, he continues to move vast numbers of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has he become an supporter for the establishment?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only path to escape incarceration was to join the government forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now get him killed.
A Acrimonious Dispute Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. However, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent heated argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the appalling extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous voters expected that the prime minister would restore the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a repentant con artist as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks complex questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest times, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's number one cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment end – until perhaps now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings influence the very highest levels of government.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's understandable that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get wary.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich country has become a significant player on the world stage, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are behind this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Case
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense shock. But the precise truth of what happened is still partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and showered enormous amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these productions simply very savvy entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their homeland may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his life could improve. I was tragically mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could possess the answers to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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