While we consider the past year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length stories shines. These narratives delve into intricate themes including political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal journeys.
The Puzzling Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with sharp commentaries on authoritarianism. Whereas many of his literary peers have faced suppression or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. This poses a key query: Has he become an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape prison was to join the government forces. After 14 years, his history as one of Assad's fighters could now get him killed.
A Bitter Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was heralded as completely changing the history of our species. Yet, not everyone was convinced. The subsequent heated argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The UK Cult That Hid in the Open
One woman was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped expose the appalling extent of exploitation it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights
A great many voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's dedication to international law. However, the track record over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Myth
A documentary featuring a repentant con artist as she records corrupt clients with covert recording asks thorny queries: Is this person truly changed, and is the director's own intentions?
A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their stickiest hours, individuals depend on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long lacked an reliable medical solution – up until potentially now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the highest echelons of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Secret
With his sharp intellect and impeccable reputation, it's no surprise that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become suspicious.
The Small State That Became the Global Mediation Hub
An incredibly rich Gulf state has risen as a major actor on the international scene, working to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious project?
A Close-Up Look at a President Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he projects himself as the leader most equipped to deal with a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the exact nature of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
A "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and showered enormous sums of money to selected participants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the reality that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Heartbreaking Story of Youth Homelessness
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life might improve. That hope was sadly wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he could hold the secret to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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