As we reflect on the past year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. These pieces explore multifaceted subjects ranging from geopolitical intrigue and scientific revelations to deeply personal sagas.
A Enigmatic Author and the Moral Fabric of a Nation
An author gained prominence in the nineties with scathing satires on authoritarianism. Although numerous of his writer peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he continues to sell millions of copies. This poses a pertinent query: Has he become an defender for the regime?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was told that his sole way to escape prison was to join the government forces. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers might still put him in mortal danger.
A Fierce Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings
The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in 2001 was heralded as radically rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was convinced. The resulting heated controversy has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A UK Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her family joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the disturbing breadth of abuse it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. But, the track record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Nation's Myth
A film featuring a repentant con artist as she ensnares corrupt clients with hidden cameras poses thorny queries: Is she truly reformed, and what are the director's true motives?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Most Difficult Scenes
From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and restored – everything. In their stickiest times, families turn to him to restore normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment end – until potentially now.
The Ghost of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology influence the very highest echelons of the state.
The English Gentleman With a Crooked Side
With his sharp intellect and sterling credentials, it's little wonder that affluent individuals trusted him with their assets. Until they started to get uneasy.
The Small Nation That Became the Global Diplomatic Center
An incredibly wealthy country has transformed into a major player on the world stage, striving to solve some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented project?
A Inside Look at a Leader Preparing for Global Battle
Deeply unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a particular former US president. Seven years after their last meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
During the Trial of a Tragic Story
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When actions were made to wind down a prominent development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this most recent disappointment was far from unforeseen.
A Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When information about a medical experiment in the sixties became public, there was immense outrage. But the precise truth of the events remains partially shrouded.
A "Genius" of the Attention Economy
He's spent a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered vast amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these stunts simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of artistic genius?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is confronting the reality that their homeland may soon become uninhabitable. The critical issue is: To where are they going to go?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. I still hoped his situation could change for the better. I was sadly misplaced.
A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the key to which nation wins the global technological rivalry.
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