Upon reflect on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. Such accounts explore intricate topics from political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply human sagas.
The Puzzling Novelist and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author rose to fame in the nineties with biting critiques on power. While numerous of his literary peers have faced suppression or left the country, he still move millions of copies. It poses a pressing query: Has he turned into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The story of a young man, who at eighteen was given an ultimatum that his sole route to escape prison was to join the regime forces. Following fourteen years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could still cost him his life.
The Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient remains in the Djurab desert in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally rewriting the history of our species. Yet, not everyone was in agreement. The ensuing bitter argument has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.
The British Sect That Operated in Plain Sight
Philippa Barnes was just a child when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the shocking breadth of exploitation it had committed.
A Prime Minister's Curious Record on International Law
A great many followers expected that the former human rights lawyer would renew the UK's dedication to international law. Yet, the performance over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Challenging a Nation's Myth
A documentary following a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous clients with hidden cameras asks difficult questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Traumatic Stains
From crime scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has witnessed – and restored – everything. In their most challenging moments, individuals rely on him to bring back peace.
Will an Famous Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Plagued by restitution claims, difficult finances and the revelation of an insider theft, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it salvage its reputation?
Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Agony of Severe Pregnancy
Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long been without an effective treatment solution – until perhaps now.
The Spectre of Extremism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. In the present day, his teachings influence the uppermost levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Crooked Side
With his sharp mind and flawless reputation, it's understandable that wealthy clients trusted him with their assets. Then they began to become uneasy.
The Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An incredibly rich country has transformed into a key player on the world stage, working to solve some of the most long-standing disputes. Which factors are fueling this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely disliked at domestically, the French leader thrives on the international arena, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a particular sitting American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the a major court with her partner, charged with the death of their newborn infant?
An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Widespread Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent aid agency, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest letdown was far from unexpected.
The Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Women
When details about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was immense anxiety. But the full story of the events remains partially unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Age
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered vast sums of cash to selected contestants. But are these productions simply very savvy clickbait – or acts of daring genius?
Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels increasing, much of this Pacific island nation's residents is grappling with the prospect that their islands may soon be submerged. The pressing question is: To where are they going to go?
One Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
As I met a young boy he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his situation might turn around. I was sadly mistaken.
The International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Pivotal Move
In the recent past, after spending half his life in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to his home country. Today, he may hold the key to who prevails in the global AI race.
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