Upon consider the previous year, a selection of outstanding feature-length stories shines. These narratives delve into multifaceted topics ranging from political machinations and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
The Mysterious Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas many of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. This poses a pressing question: Has the author become an defender for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in Syria's Devastating Civil War
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his sole route to escape incarceration was to enlist in the government military. After fourteen years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers may now cost him his life.
The Bitter Argument Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised remains in the Chadian desert in 2001 was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our human race. Yet, some scholars was convinced. The ensuing intense controversy has dominated the careers of researchers ever since.
The UK Religious Group That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling extent of abuse it had carried out.
The Leader's Unexpected Record on International Law
A great many followers hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to human rights. But, the performance over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Myth
A documentary featuring a repentant master criminal as she sets up unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult queries: Is this person genuinely a new person, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Darkest Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest hours, families rely on him to bring back normalcy.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by restitution claims, precarious funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's number one museum is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries lacked an reliable medical solution – until possibly now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Politics
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, a rabbi died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology shape the highest levels of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his keen intellect and sterling background, it's understandable that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get uneasy.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has become a major actor on the world stage, striving to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are behind this unprecedented project?
An Inside View at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was far from unforeseen.
A Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the full story of the events remains somewhat unclear.
A "Master" of the Online Age
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days underground – and given away vast amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these videos simply very clever entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's people is grappling with the possibility that their islands may soon be submerged. The critical question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
One Tragic Story of Childhood Destitution
As I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his life might turn around. That hope was sadly mistaken.
The International AI Competition and a Crucial Defection
In 2020, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he might possess the secret to which nation wins the worldwide AI race.
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