Upon consider the previous year, a selection of exceptional feature-length pieces shines. These pieces explore complex subjects including political intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply personal stories.
The Puzzling Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country
An author rose to fame in the 1990s with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. Whereas many of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move vast numbers of copies. It raises a pressing question: Has the author turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?
Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Conflict
The tale of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only path to escape incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen years, his former role as one of Assad's fighters might still put him in mortal danger.
The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Ancient Beginnings
The discovery of fossilised bones in the Chadian sands in 2001 was hailed as completely re-writing the history of our species. Yet, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting bitter argument has taken over the careers of scholars ever since.
The British Religious Group That Operated in the Open
Philippa Barnes was only a young girl when her household became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she played a key role in expose the disturbing extent of exploitation it had carried out.
A Statesman's Puzzling Stance on International Law
A great many voters anticipated that the prime minister would renew the the nation's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been curiously inconsistent.
Breaking a Country's Identity
A documentary tracking a repentant fraudster as she sets up corrupt clients with hidden cameras asks thorny questions: Is this person genuinely reformed, and is the director's own methods?
The Man Who Cleans Britain's Darkest Scenes
From murder scenes to whale blubber, an extreme cleaner has encountered – and cleaned – it all. In their darkest hours, individuals turn to him to bring back normalcy.
Can an Renowned Institution Weather an "Omni-Crisis"?
Beset by colonial controversy, strained funding and the discovery of an insider theft, Britain's leading cultural institution is in deep trouble. The challenge remains: Is it possible to salvage its standing?
More Than "Pregnancy Nausea": The Suffering of Severe Condition
Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has long been without an effective treatment remedy – up until potentially now.
The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Government
A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a marginalized pariah 35 years ago. In the present day, his ideology influence the highest levels of government.
An English Professional With a Dishonest Side
With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's little wonder that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Then they started to become wary.
A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Capital
An incredibly wealthy Gulf state has transformed into a major force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most long-standing disputes. What are fueling this ambitious project?
An Inside Look at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry
Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the international stage, where he projects himself as the leader uniquely positioned to manage a certain former US president. 7 years after their previous meeting, a journalist joined him as he readied himself for battle.
During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Story
How did the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?
An Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Not Universal Mourning
When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were taken aback. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unforeseen.
The Shocking Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Mothers
When information about a medical experiment in the 1960s came to light, there was immense anxiety. But the full truth of the procedures is still partially contested.
The "Mozart" of the Online Economy
He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, 48 hours underground – and given away huge sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?
Life in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Seas
With sea levels rising, much of Tuvalu's residents is confronting the reality that their islands may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to go?
One Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Homelessness
As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still believed his situation could change for the better. That hope was sadly mistaken.
A Global AI Race and a Pivotal Defection
In the recent past, after spending decades in the United States, Song-Chun Zhu took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the key to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.
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