Upon reflect on the previous year, a assortment of remarkable feature-length pieces emerges. These pieces probe multifaceted subjects from political machinations and scientific revelations to deeply personal stories.
A Mysterious Author and the Conscience of a Nation
Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with scathing critiques on authoritarianism. Whereas several of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to sell vast numbers of copies. It prompts a key question: Has the author evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Conflict
The story of a young man, who at 18 was given an ultimatum that his sole route out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. Following 14 years, his former role as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers may still cost him his life.
A Acrimonious Argument Over Our Earliest Origins
The discovery of ancient bones in the Chadian desert in the early 2000s was proclaimed as fundamentally re-writing the history of our human race. However, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent bitter argument has dominated the lives of paleoanthropologists ever since.
A British Cult That Operated in the Open
One woman was only a child when her household became part of the a religious community. As an adult, she helped uncover the appalling breadth of abuse it had carried out.
The Prime Minister's Unexpected Stance on International Law
Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the past year has been curiously inconsistent.
Shattering a Country's Myth
A film following a remorseful fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is this person truly a new person, and what are the director's true motives?
A Person Who Remediates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes
From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has seen – and restored – everything. In their most challenging times, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.
Can an Iconic Institution Survive an "Omni-Crisis"?
Burdened by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier museum is in a major crisis. The question remains: Can it restore its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Condition
Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the 19th century, this illness has long been without an effective medical solution – up until perhaps now.
A Legacy of Extremism in Contemporary Government
A violent fanatic and pioneer of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his ideology shape the very highest levels of the state.
The English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his brilliant intellect and impeccable background, it's understandable that wealthy clients entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get uneasy.
A Tiny Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital
An incredibly wealthy country has transformed into a significant player on the world stage, working to mediate some of the most complex conflicts. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented endeavor?
A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for International Summitry
Extremely unpopular at domestically, President Macron relishes the international stage, where he positions himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a particular sitting US president. Seven years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for the fray.
Inside the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case
What led to the child of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?
The Dismantling of a Global Development Organization: Far From Universal Regret
When efforts were made to wind down a major US development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
A Unethical 1960s Study on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the full truth of what happened remains somewhat unclear.
The "Genius" of the Online Economy
He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away huge sums of cash to selected participants. But are these stunts simply incredibly clever clickbait – or works of avant garde brilliance?
Existence in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean
With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is confronting the prospect that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The urgent question is: To where are they going to relocate?
One Sorrowful Story of Youth Homelessness
When I encountered Craig he was 13 and homeless. Even then thought his life could improve. That hope was tragically wrong.
The Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection
In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may possess the secret to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.
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