As we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories shines. Such narratives explore intricate themes from geopolitical intrigue and historical discoveries to profoundly human sagas.
The Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the 1990s with scathing commentaries on authoritarianism. While several of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he still move millions of copies. This prompts a key question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the establishment?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole way out of prison was to join the regime military. After fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers may still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the story of our species. But, not everyone was convinced. The subsequent intense argument has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the shocking extent of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
A Leader's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Many voters expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the Britain's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Identity
A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks thorny questions: Is she really reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?
A Man Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – it all. In their darkest hours, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, strained funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Agony of Extreme Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent medical remedy – up until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas influence the very highest levels of government.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to become suspicious.
A Tiny State That Became the Global Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has transformed into a major actor on the world stage, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented role?
An Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for International Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader enjoys the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
An End of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Study on Indian Mothers
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of the events is still partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and distributed vast sums of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the possibility that their home may soon be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his situation might change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could hold the answers to who prevails in the global AI race.
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