While we consider the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length stories stands out. These narratives probe intricate themes from political machinations and scientific revelations to profoundly human stories.
The Puzzling Writer and the Conscience of a Country
An author gained prominence in the nineties with biting critiques on power. Whereas several of his literary peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still sell millions of copies. This poses a pressing query: Has the author turned into an defender for the establishment?
Survival and Complicity in the Syrian Devastating Conflict
The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only way to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers might now put him in mortal danger.
The Fierce Dispute Over Humanity's Earliest Origins
The finding of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as radically changing the story of our species. Yet, a faction was convinced. The resulting heated controversy has consumed the lives of scholars ever since.
A British Religious Group That Operated in Plain Sight
One woman was only a young girl when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in reveal the appalling extent of abuse it had perpetrated.
A Prime Minister's Unexpected Record on International Law
Many voters hoped that the prime minister would restore the the nation's dedication to international law. However, the record over the first year in office has been notably mixed.
Challenging a Country's Self-Image
A film tracking a repentant fraudster as she ensnares corrupt individuals with covert recording asks difficult queries: Is this person really a new person, and is the filmmaker's own intentions?
A Man Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From homicide sites to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals turn to him to restore order.
Can an Famous Museum Weather an "Multifaceted Crisis"?
Beset by debates over its collection, difficult funding and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it repair its legacy?
More Than "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Extreme Pregnancy
Referred to as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries lacked an consistent treatment end – up until possibly now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Modern Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings shape the very highest echelons of the state.
The English Professional With a Crooked Secret
With his sharp mind and impeccable reputation, it's understandable that affluent clients trusted him with their fortunes. Until they started to become uneasy.
A Tiny State That Emerged as the World's Mediation Center
An astonishingly rich Gulf state has risen as a significant player on the world stage, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are behind this ambitious role?
A Inside View at a President Gearing Up for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron thrives on the world arena, where he positions himself as the leader most equipped to handle a certain former American leader. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case
What led to the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, charged with the death of their two-week-old baby?
An End of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Widespread Regret
When actions were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unexpected.
A Disturbing 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When details about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread anxiety. But the full nature of the events is still somewhat unclear.
A "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and showered huge amounts of cash to selected participants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or works of daring genius?
Existence in a Nation Threatened by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the reality that their islands may in the near future be submerged. The pressing issue is: To where are they going to relocate?
A Tragic Story of Youth Destitution
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. I still believed his life might change for the better. I was devastatingly misplaced.
The International Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Today, he might possess the answers to who wins the worldwide technological rivalry.
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