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While we consider the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. Such narratives explore intricate subjects ranging from political intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human sagas.

The Enigmatic Author and the Soul of a Country

A certain Russian novelist became known in the post-Soviet era with scathing satires on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his literary contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. This raises a pertinent query: Has he become an defender for the establishment?

Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War

The tale of a young man, who at 18 was told that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's fighters might now get him killed.

The Bitter Dispute Over Our Ancient Beginnings

The finding of ancient remains in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as completely rewriting the story of our species. However, some scholars was persuaded. The subsequent intense controversy has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.

A British Sect That Hid in the Open

Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped reveal the appalling extent of abuse it had carried out.

A Statesman's Curious Stance on Human Rights

Many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the the nation's dedication to international law. Yet, the track record over the past year has been curiously mixed.

Breaking a Country's Myth

A film tracking a remorseful con artist as she records unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is she really changed, and what are the director's own intentions?

The Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Stains

From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their most challenging times, families rely on him to restore normalcy.

Can an Famous Museum Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?

Burdened by restitution claims, difficult funding and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's leading museum is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it restore its legacy?

More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Pregnancy

Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent medical remedy – until possibly now.

The Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics

A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a political pariah 35 years ago. Today, his ideas influence the uppermost echelons of the state.

The English Gentleman With a Dishonest Side

With his sharp intellect and sterling background, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to get uneasy.

The Small State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital

An incredibly rich country has become a significant force on the international scene, working to broker peace in some of the most long-standing conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented role?

An Close-Up View at a Leader Gearing Up for Global Battle

Extremely disliked at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the leader uniquely positioned to handle a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a journalist joined him as he prepared for battle.

During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case

What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn baby?

An Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Regret

When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were surprised. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest disappointment was far from unforeseen.

The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women

When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the exact story of the events remains somewhat shrouded.

A "Genius" of the Attention Age

He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of cash to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?

Life in a Nation Threatened by the Rising Ocean

With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical question is: To where are they going to go?

One Heartbreaking Case of Childhood Destitution

As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still hoped his situation could improve. That hope was tragically mistaken.

The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Move

In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to his home country. Now, he might possess the key to who prevails in the global AI race.

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