Upon look back on the past year, a assortment of exceptional feature-length pieces emerges. Such narratives explore intricate topics ranging from geopolitical intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human stories.
A Enigmatic Author and the Conscience of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with sharp satires on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his literary peers have encountered suppression or left the country, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. It raises a pressing query: Has the author turned into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his only way out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may now cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of fossilised remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was hailed as completely changing the history of our human race. Yet, not everyone was convinced. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking extent of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous followers expected that the prime minister would restore the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the past year has been curiously ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A film tracking a remorseful master criminal as she records unscrupulous clients with covert recording raises complex queries: Is this person truly reformed, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
The Man Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals depend on him to bring back peace.
Can an Famous Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an reliable treatment end – up until possibly now.
A Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings shape the uppermost echelons of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and flawless background, it's little wonder that affluent clients trusted him with their assets. Until they started to become uneasy.
A Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most complex conflicts. What are driving this ambitious endeavor?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, the French leader enjoys the world stage, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Development Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to wind down a prominent aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s became public, there was widespread outrage. But the exact truth of the procedures is still somewhat shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and showered enormous sums of cash to lucky participants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's population is facing the possibility that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The critical issue is: To where are they supposed to go?
A Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then thought his situation could turn around. I was sadly wrong.
A Global AI Competition and a Key Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he may possess the answers to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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