As we consider the past year, a selection of exceptional feature-length pieces shines. These pieces delve into intricate topics including political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply personal journeys.
A Enigmatic Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
Victor Pelevin became known in the 1990s with biting critiques on power. Although several of his writer peers have faced suppression or left the country, he continues to move millions of copies. This prompts a key query: Has the author evolved into an apologist for the regime?
Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole route to escape prison was to join the government forces. After fourteen years, his history as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Argument Over Humanity's Ancient Origins
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically re-writing the story of our human race. But, a faction was persuaded. The resulting bitter scholarly debate has consumed the lives of researchers ever since.
The UK Sect That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the appalling scale of mistreatment it had perpetrated.
The Statesman's Puzzling Record on Human Rights
Many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would renew the the nation's dedication to human rights. But, the record over the first year in office has been curiously ambiguous.
Breaking a Nation's Self-Image
A film following a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording raises thorny questions: Is this person really reformed, and what are the director's true motives?
The Man Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has witnessed – and cleaned – it all. In their stickiest hours, people depend on him to bring back order.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Perfect Storm"?
Burdened by restitution claims, strained funding and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an consistent treatment end – until perhaps now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Modern Government
A militant extremist and pioneer of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the very highest echelons of the state.
An British Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that affluent individuals entrusted him with their fortunes. Then they started to become wary.
The Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Center
An astonishingly rich country has become a major player on the world stage, attempting to solve some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to manage a certain former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Regret
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the 1960s were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the precise nature of the procedures is still somewhat shrouded.
The "Master" of the Attention Age
He's spent 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and distributed huge sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the prospect that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Case of Youth Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. Even then believed his situation could change for the better. That hope was tragically mistaken.
A International AI Competition and a Key Defection
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he might hold the secret to who wins the global technological rivalry.
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