Upon reflect on the previous year, a assortment of outstanding feature-length stories emerges. Such accounts probe intricate topics ranging from geopolitical machinations and scientific discoveries to profoundly human journeys.
The Enigmatic Writer and the Soul of a Nation
Victor Pelevin became known in the post-Soviet era with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas several of his writer contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It raises a pressing question: Has the author become an defender for the regime?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The account of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the regime military. Following fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's fighters could still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Dispute Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The unearthing of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally re-writing the history of our species. However, some scholars was convinced. The resulting heated scholarly debate has dominated the lives of scholars ever since.
The UK Sect That Hid in the Open
Philippa Barnes was just a young girl when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she played a key role in reveal the appalling scale of abuse it had carried out.
The Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
Many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the UK's commitment to human rights. Yet, the track record over the past year has been strikingly mixed.
Challenging a Nation's Identity
A documentary following a repentant master criminal as she ensnares unscrupulous individuals with covert recording asks difficult queries: Is this person really reformed, and is the filmmaker's true methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and restored – everything. In their darkest times, families rely on him to restore peace.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Burdened by restitution claims, precarious funding and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to salvage its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an effective medical solution – until potentially now.
The Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology permeate the highest levels of government.
The English Gentleman With a Fraudulent Side
With his sharp intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth clients trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to become uneasy.
The Small Nation That Emerged as the World's Diplomatic Capital
An astonishingly wealthy Gulf state has become a major player on the world stage, working to solve some of the most long-standing conflicts. Which factors are driving this unprecedented role?
A Inside View at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely disliked at home, 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 writer accompanied him as he readied himself for the summit.
Inside the Trial of a Tragic Story
How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with killing their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Global Development Agency: Far From Widespread Mourning
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US aid agency, many around the globe were shocked. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was far from unforeseen.
A Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When details about a scientific study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread shock. But the exact truth of the events is still somewhat shrouded.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, 48 hours buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply very savvy clickbait – or works of avant garde genius?
Life in a Nation Endangered by the Rising Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's people is grappling with the possibility that their islands may soon become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: Where are they going to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution
When I met Craig he was thirteen and without a home. I still hoped his life might turn around. That hope was sadly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move
In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Today, he could possess the answers to which nation prevails in the worldwide technological rivalry.
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