While we look back on the past year, a curated list of exceptional feature-length stories stands out. These accounts delve into complex topics including political intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the 1990s with sharp commentaries on power. While many of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It poses a pressing query: Has he turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. After 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of ancient remains in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as completely changing the story of our species. But, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing heated scholarly debate has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
A UK Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the shocking extent of mistreatment it had committed.
A Statesman's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights
Numerous followers expected that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. However, the record over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film tracking a remorseful fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is she genuinely changed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest hours, individuals depend on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, strained funding and the exposure of an insider theft, Britain's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries been without an consistent medical remedy – up until potentially now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology shape the very highest echelons of the state.
An English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his keen intellect and flawless reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to get wary.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a significant force on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are fueling this ambitious endeavor?
An Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader relishes the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a certain sitting American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the full story of what happened remains partially shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and distributed enormous amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of daring genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the reality that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life could improve. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he might possess the secret to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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