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While we reflect on the past year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories emerges. These narratives probe multifaceted subjects ranging from political intrigue and historical revelations to profoundly human stories.

A Mysterious Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation

Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the nineties with scathing critiques on power. Whereas many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the country, he still move millions of books. This prompts a pressing query: Has the author turned into an apologist for the Kremlin?

Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Brutal Conflict

The account of Mustafa, who at eighteen was informed that his only path out of prison was to join the government military. Following 14 long years, his history as one of Assad's fighters might still get him killed.

The Fierce Argument Over Our Earliest Origins

The discovery of fossilised bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was proclaimed as fundamentally re-writing the narrative of our species. But, a faction was persuaded. The subsequent intense scholarly debate has taken over the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.

A British Cult That Hid in Plain Sight

One woman was just a young girl when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she helped expose the appalling extent of abuse it had committed.

A Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law

A great many supporters expected that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's dedication to human rights. Yet, the track record over the past year has been notably mixed.

Shattering a Nation's Self-Image

A film following a repentant con artist as she records unscrupulous individuals with covert recording poses difficult queries: Is she truly reformed, and is the director's true intentions?

A Person Who Decontaminates the UK's Most Difficult Scenes

From murder scenes to biological waste, Ben Giles has encountered – and dealt with – everything. In their darkest times, individuals turn to him to bring back peace.

Will an Famous Museum Endure an "Omni-Crisis"?

Beset by colonial controversy, precarious funding and the exposure of an internal thief, the UK's leading cultural institution is in serious difficulty. The question remains: Can it restore its legacy?

Beyond "Morning Sickness": The Torture of Severe Pregnancy

Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – up until possibly now.

The Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Government

A militant fanatic and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Today, his teachings influence the highest echelons of government.

An British Professional With a Fraudulent Side

With his brilliant intellect and sterling credentials, it's understandable that high-net-worth individuals trusted him with their assets. Then they started to become uneasy.

A Tiny State That Emerged as the Global Diplomatic Center

An astonishingly wealthy country has become a key actor on the international scene, working to solve some of the most intractable conflicts. Which factors are driving this ambitious project?

A Close-Up View at a President Preparing for International Summitry

Extremely unpopular at home, President Macron thrives on the international stage, where he presents himself as the leader uniquely positioned to deal with a certain former American leader. 7 years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.

During the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Story

How did the daughter of an wealthy family find herself at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with the death of their newborn baby?

An Dismantling of a Global Aid Organization: Not Universal Regret

When efforts were made to dismantle a major US development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in Sierra Leone, this latest letdown was not unforeseen.

The Unethical 1960s Study on Indian Women

When information about a scientific study in the sixties came to light, there was widespread outrage. But the exact nature of what happened is still somewhat shrouded.

The "Master" of the Attention Age

He's spent a full day in slime, two days buried alive – and showered huge sums of money to lucky participants. But are these stunts simply very savvy entertainment – or acts of avant garde brilliance?

Existence in a Country Threatened by the Rising Seas

With sea levels increasing, much of Tuvalu's residents is facing the prospect that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?

One Sorrowful Story of Childhood Homelessness

When I met Craig he was thirteen and homeless. I still thought his situation could improve. I was sadly wrong.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Crucial Defection

In 2020, after spending half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Today, he could hold the secret to who prevails in the worldwide AI race.

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