Upon look back on the year gone by, a assortment of outstanding feature-length stories stands out. Such narratives explore complex subjects ranging from political intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly personal journeys.
A Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with biting critiques on power. Although numerous of his literary peers have faced censorship or fled the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of books. This poses a pressing query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole path to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers could still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was convinced. The ensuing intense argument has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling breadth of exploitation it had carried out.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A film featuring a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is she really reformed, and is the filmmaker's true motives?
The Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore peace.
Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent medical end – until potentially now.
A Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings shape the highest levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Secret
With his brilliant mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become uneasy.
A Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely wealthy Gulf state has risen as a major force on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most long-standing disputes. What are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he presents himself as the leader most equipped to handle a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the precise nature of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very clever clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is facing the prospect that their islands may soon become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still believed his situation could improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to which nation wins the global AI race.
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