Upon consider the year gone by, a selection of remarkable feature-length pieces emerges. Such pieces delve into multifaceted topics including geopolitical machinations and historical discoveries to deeply human stories.
A Puzzling Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the nineties with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his literary peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. This prompts a pertinent question: Has the author become an apologist for the regime?
Endurance and Complicity in Syria's Brutal Civil War
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his only path out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After 14 long years, his past as one of Assad's fighters could now get him killed.
The Acrimonious Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our species. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent intense controversy has taken over the lives of scholars ever since.
The British Sect That Hid in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the appalling scale of abuse it had committed.
A Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Numerous voters hoped that the former human rights lawyer would restore the the nation's commitment to human rights. Yet, the track record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.
Shattering a Nation's Self-Image
A film featuring a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks thorny queries: Is she truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest moments, families rely on him to bring back peace.
Can an Iconic Museum Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, difficult finances and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": A Agony of Extreme Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long lacked an effective medical solution – up until possibly now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A militant extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. Today, his teachings permeate the very highest echelons of the state.
The British Gentleman With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant mind and flawless background, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.
A Small State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has become a key force on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. What are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the international arena, where he presents himself as the leader best placed to deal with a certain sitting US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the summit.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with killing their newborn baby?
The End of a Major Aid Agency: Not Widespread Regret
When actions were made to dismantle a major US aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.
A Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a scientific experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the exact truth of the procedures is still partially shrouded.
A "Master" of the Attention Age
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away vast amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these productions simply very clever clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Tragic Case of Childhood Homelessness
When I encountered a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then believed his life could change for the better. I was sadly wrong.
The International AI Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to China. Now, he might possess the key to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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