Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces emerges. Such accounts probe complex themes from political machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly personal sagas.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with scathing commentaries on power. Whereas several of his writer peers have faced censorship or fled the country, he still sell millions of books. It raises a pressing question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Horrific Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape prison was to join the government military. After fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers might now get him killed.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was heralded as radically rewriting the narrative of our human race. However, not everyone was persuaded. The ensuing heated argument has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the shocking scale of abuse it had committed.
A Leader's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
A great many followers anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the performance over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A film following a repentant con artist as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses difficult queries: Is this person genuinely a new person, and what are the director's true motives?
A Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest moments, individuals rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Famous Museum Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, precarious funding and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Severe Condition
Known as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an consistent treatment remedy – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology permeate the uppermost echelons of government.
The British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Then they began to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a major player on the international scene, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely disliked at home, the French leader relishes the world stage, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to manage a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the full nature of the procedures remains partially unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge amounts of cash to lucky participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the possibility that their islands may in the near future cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they going to go?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. I still thought his life could change for the better. That hope was sadly wrong.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he may possess the answers to which nation prevails in the global AI race.
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