As we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of exceptional feature-length stories shines. These accounts explore intricate topics from political machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.
A Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Nation
An author rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with biting commentaries on authoritarianism. While numerous of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of books. This prompts a pertinent query: Has he evolved into an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was hailed as completely re-writing the narrative of our human race. Yet, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting bitter argument has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the shocking scale of abuse it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
A great many voters expected that the prime minister would renew the Britain's commitment to human rights. However, the record over the first year in office has been strikingly inconsistent.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is this person truly a new person, and is the director's true methods?
The Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Darkest Stains
From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, people rely on him to restore normalcy.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has for centuries been without an reliable treatment end – up until perhaps now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. Today, his ideas shape the very highest echelons of government.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get suspicious.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An extremely rich Gulf state has transformed into a key actor on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
A Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.
A Shocking 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was widespread outrage. But the full story of the events remains somewhat unclear.
The "Mozart" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in slime, two days underground – and showered huge amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is facing the reality that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his situation might improve. That hope was sadly mistaken.
A Global AI Race and a Pivotal Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the secret to who prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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