As we look back on the year gone by, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces shines. These narratives probe complex topics ranging from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly personal journeys.
The Puzzling Author and the Soul of a Country
Victor Pelevin gained prominence in the 1990s with scathing satires on authoritarianism. While many of his literary peers have encountered censorship or left the country, he still sell millions of books. It poses a pertinent question: Has the author become an apologist for the Kremlin?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Civil War
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was informed that his sole way out of prison was to enlist in the regime military. After 14 long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now cost him his life.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The unearthing of ancient bones in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as radically rewriting the narrative of our human race. But, a faction was in agreement. The subsequent heated controversy has taken over the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was just a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the appalling breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Leader's Puzzling Stance on Human Rights
A great many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would restore the Britain's commitment to human rights. However, the record over the past year has been notably mixed.
Breaking a Nation's Identity
A film following a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult queries: Is she genuinely changed, and is the filmmaker's own methods?
A Person Who Cleans Britain's Most Traumatic Stains
From homicide sites to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and cleaned – everything. In their most challenging hours, people rely on him to bring back order.
Will an Renowned Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by colonial controversy, strained finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Can it repair its reputation?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an consistent medical end – up until perhaps now.
A Spectre of Extremism in Contemporary Politics
A violent extremist and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideas permeate the very highest levels of the state.
An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side
With his keen mind and sterling reputation, it's understandable that affluent individuals entrusted him with their assets. Until they began to become wary.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Hub
An extremely rich country has transformed into a major actor on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. What are behind this unprecedented endeavor?
An Close-Up View at a President Preparing for Global Battle
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron enjoys the international arena, where he projects himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular former US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a journalist accompanied him as he prepared for the summit.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
How did the child of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old infant?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When actions were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was not unforeseen.
The Disturbing Mid-Century Experiment on Indian Women
When details about a scientific study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread shock. But the precise story of what happened is still partially shrouded.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured 24 hours in a vat of goo, two days underground – and given away huge sums of money to selected contestants. But are these productions simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or works of daring brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the prospect that their home may soon be submerged. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to relocate?
A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was 13 and without a home. I still hoped his life could improve. That hope was tragically misplaced.
A Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Move
In 2020, after living decades 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 worldwide AI race.
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