Upon consider the year gone by, a selection of outstanding feature-length pieces emerges. Such pieces probe intricate subjects including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Nation
A certain Russian novelist rose to fame in the 1990s with biting satires on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his writer contemporaries have encountered censorship or fled the country, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It prompts a pressing query: Has he evolved into an supporter for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of Mustafa, who at eighteen was told that his only route out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was heralded as completely re-writing the history of our human race. But, some scholars was persuaded. The resulting intense argument has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the appalling scale of mistreatment it had carried out.
The Statesman's Curious Record on Human Rights
Numerous supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to international law. But, the performance over the past year has been strikingly ambiguous.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A documentary featuring a repentant master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is this person truly changed, and is the director's own methods?
The Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and restored – it all. In their darkest moments, people rely on him to bring back peace.
Will an Iconic Museum Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, strained funding and the discovery of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an consistent treatment solution – up until potentially now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideology influence the uppermost levels of government.
The English Professional With a Fraudulent Secret
With his keen intellect and impeccable credentials, it's little wonder that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the Global Mediation Center
An incredibly rich country has become a significant actor on the world stage, working to solve some of the most complex disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
An Inside View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle
Deeply disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the world arena, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular former American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.
Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking 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 Agency: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unexpected.
A Unethical 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was widespread shock. But the precise story of what happened is still partially contested.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and given away enormous sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the prospect that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. Even then thought his life might change for the better. That hope was devastatingly mistaken.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Race and a Key Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the answers to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
The finest narratives
