As we look back on the previous year, a selection of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. These accounts delve into complex subjects including political intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. While numerous of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he continues to sell millions of books. This prompts a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape prison was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely re-writing the history of our species. However, not everyone was in agreement. The subsequent intense argument has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Numerous voters expected that the prime minister would restore the UK's dedication to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A documentary featuring a remorseful master criminal as she records corrupt clients with hidden cameras poses difficult queries: Is this person truly a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long lacked an reliable treatment end – up until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Modern Politics
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings shape the uppermost levels of the state.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his keen intellect and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to get suspicious.
A Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Capital
An extremely rich country has transformed into a key actor on the international scene, striving to mediate some of the most long-standing disputes. What are behind this ambitious role?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international arena, where he presents himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise story of the procedures is still partially unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered vast sums of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the reality that their homeland may soon be submerged. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his situation might change for the better. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
The International AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might hold the secret to who prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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