As we reflect on the past year, a selection of exceptional feature-length pieces stands out. These narratives delve into intricate topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal stories.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author became known in the nineties with scathing satires on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or fled the country, he still sell millions of books. This raises a key query: Has the author become an supporter for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his sole path to escape prison was to enlist in the government forces. Following fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's fighters may still get him killed.
The Bitter Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The finding of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was hailed as completely changing the narrative of our species. However, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated argument has dominated the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped expose the shocking extent of abuse it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
A great many followers anticipated that the prime minister would restore the Britain's commitment to human rights. Yet, the record over the past year has been notably inconsistent.
Breaking a Country's Myth
A documentary following a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording asks thorny questions: Is this person really reformed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – everything. In their darkest times, individuals turn to him to bring back order.
Will an Iconic Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it salvage its standing?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Agony of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical remedy – until possibly now.
The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent extremist and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the uppermost echelons of government.
An British Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp mind and sterling reputation, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to become wary.
The Tiny Nation That Became the Global Mediation Hub
An incredibly rich country has become a significant player on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious project?
A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to manage a particular sitting US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family end up at the Old Bailey with her partner, facing charges with the death of their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Development Agency: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was not unexpected.
The Disturbing 1960s Study on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was immense shock. But the exact nature of the events is still partially shrouded.
The "Master" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours buried alive – and distributed huge amounts of money to lucky participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Rising Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is grappling with the prospect that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The critical issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
A Tragic Case of Youth Destitution
As I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his situation might change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he could possess the key to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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