While we reflect on the year gone by, a assortment of exceptional feature-length stories shines. These accounts probe multifaceted themes ranging from political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human sagas.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the 1990s with biting critiques on authoritarianism. Although many of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the country, he still move millions of copies. This raises a key question: Has he turned into an supporter for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole path to escape prison was to join the government military. After 14 years, his history as one of Assad's fighters could still cost him his life.
A Bitter Feud Over Our Ancient Beginnings
The finding of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The ensuing bitter controversy has taken over the lives of researchers ever since.
A UK Sect That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing extent of exploitation it had perpetrated.
A Statesman's Curious Stance on International Law
A great many supporters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to international law. But, the record over the past year has been curiously mixed.
Shattering a Country's Self-Image
A documentary tracking a remorseful con artist as she records corrupt clients with hidden cameras poses difficult questions: Is this person genuinely changed, and is the director's own intentions?
The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging times, people rely on him to restore order.
Can an Renowned Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The question remains: Can it repair its standing?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment end – until potentially now.
A Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology influence the highest echelons of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Secret
With his keen mind and flawless background, it's no surprise that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to get wary.
The Tiny Nation That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a significant player on the world stage, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. What are fueling this ambitious project?
An Close-Up Look at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to manage a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was far from unexpected.
The Unethical 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense anxiety. But the precise story of what happened is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away huge sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly clever clickbait – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then hoped his life might change for the better. I was tragically mistaken.
A Global AI Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the key to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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