As we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces shines. Such pieces probe multifaceted subjects from geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply human sagas.
The Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on power. Whereas many of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of books. This poses a key query: Has he become an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only route out of prison was to enlist in the government forces. After fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters may still get him killed.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as completely changing the narrative of our species. But, not everyone was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has dominated the careers of scholars ever since.
A UK Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Leader's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Numerous voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been notably ambiguous.
Breaking a Country's Self-Image
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording poses thorny questions: Is she genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
A Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest moments, families depend on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Iconic Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by debates over its collection, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – up until potentially now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideology shape the very highest levels of government.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his keen mind and sterling credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the international scene, working to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Tragic Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties became public, there was widespread outrage. But the precise truth of the events remains somewhat contested.
A "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and given away vast sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the possibility that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: Where are they going to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life might turn around. That hope was devastatingly wrong.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In 2020, after spending half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may hold the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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