While we reflect on the past year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length stories emerges. These pieces delve into complex themes from geopolitical intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly personal stories.
A Enigmatic Author and the Conscience of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist gained prominence in the nineties with biting satires on power. Whereas numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell millions of books. It prompts a pertinent question: Has the author evolved into an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in the Syrian Horrific Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way to escape prison was to join the government military. Following fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could now cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the narrative of our species. Yet, a faction was in agreement. The ensuing heated argument has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped reveal the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
The Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous voters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been strikingly mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A film following a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording poses complex questions: Is she truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Man Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and dealt with – it all. In their stickiest moments, families turn to him to bring back peace.
Can an Famous Institution Endure an "Perfect Storm"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's premier museum is in serious difficulty. The challenge remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has for centuries lacked an reliable treatment end – up until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideas influence the very highest echelons of government.
An British Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp intellect and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get wary.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Center
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented project?
An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the world arena, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular sitting American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he prepared for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story
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?
An End of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Experiment on Indian Mothers
When information about a scientific experiment in the 1960s were revealed, there was immense outrage. But the full truth of what happened remains partially shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, 48 hours underground – and showered huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very clever clickbait – or acts of daring brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is confronting the prospect that their home may soon cease to exist. The critical question is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and without a home. Even then hoped his situation might turn around. I was tragically wrong.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to China. Today, he could hold the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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