While we look back on the year gone by, a curated list of outstanding feature-length pieces stands out. These pieces probe multifaceted topics including geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply human journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the 1990s with scathing satires on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the country, he still move vast numbers of copies. This poses a key question: Has the author turned into an defender for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime military. Following 14 years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might now cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was hailed as fundamentally rewriting the story of our human race. But, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was just a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the shocking extent of mistreatment it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
Numerous voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. But, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Challenging a Country's Identity
A documentary tracking a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording raises thorny queries: Is she genuinely reformed, and what are the director's own motives?
The Person Who Cleans the UK's Most Difficult Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, people depend on him to restore peace.
Can an Famous Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its reputation?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, a rabbi died a marginalized pariah thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his ideology shape the highest levels of the state.
An English Gentleman With a Dishonest Secret
With his sharp mind and sterling background, it's no surprise that wealthy clients trusted him with their assets. Then they began to become suspicious.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Capital
An incredibly rich country has risen as a significant force on the international scene, working to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are driving this ambitious endeavor?
A Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Major Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to dismantle a prominent aid agency, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent letdown was far from unexpected.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on Indian Women
When details about a scientific study in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact nature of what happened is still partially unclear.
A "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed enormous amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their homeland may in the near future cease to exist. The critical issue is: Where are they going to go?
A Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life might change for the better. That hope was sadly misplaced.
The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he may possess the answers to who wins the global AI race.
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