Upon reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length stories shines. Such accounts probe multifaceted themes ranging from geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to profoundly personal stories.
A Mysterious Author and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with biting commentaries on power. Although several of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the nation, he still sell millions of copies. This prompts a key query: Has he turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Devastating Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole path out of prison was to join the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his history as one of Assad's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely changing the story of our species. But, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing heated controversy has consumed the careers of scholars ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the shocking scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Many supporters hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to international law. However, the track record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Identity
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is she really changed, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging hours, individuals turn to him to bring back order.
Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Beset by restitution claims, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in deep trouble. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an reliable treatment solution – up until possibly now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the uppermost levels of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp intellect and flawless reputation, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Then they began to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the World's Mediation Capital
An incredibly wealthy country has transformed into a major force on the international scene, working to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious project?
A Inside Look at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, the French leader enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the leader best placed to manage a certain former US president. Seven years after their previous encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women
When information about a scientific study in the sixties became public, there was immense anxiety. But the precise truth of what happened remains partially contested.
A "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and showered enormous amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the prospect that their home may soon cease to exist. The pressing question is: To where are they supposed to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
When I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his situation might change for the better. I was sadly mistaken.
A Global AI Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he may possess the key to who prevails in the global AI race.
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