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Upon consider the previous year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length stories stands out. Such narratives probe complex themes including political machinations and scientific discoveries to deeply personal sagas.

The Mysterious Writer and the Conscience of a Country

An author gained prominence in the 1990s with scathing satires on autocratic rule. Although numerous of his writer contemporaries have encountered suppression or left the nation, he still sell vast numbers of books. This raises a key query: Has he become an defender for the regime?

Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Civil War

The account of a young man, who at eighteen was told that his only route out of incarceration was to join the government military. After fourteen long years, his past as one of the Syrian leader's soldiers could now put him in mortal danger.

The Acrimonious Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Beginnings

The discovery of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was heralded as fundamentally changing the story of our human race. But, some scholars was in agreement. The resulting heated scholarly debate has dominated the lives of researchers ever since.

The British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight

Philippa Barnes was only a child when her family became part of the Jesus Fellowship. As an grown woman, she helped reveal the appalling scale of exploitation it had carried out.

The Leader's Unexpected Record on Human Rights

A great many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to human rights. But, the track record over the first year in office has been notably inconsistent.

Challenging a Nation's Identity

A film featuring a remorseful con artist as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras raises complex questions: Is she really a new person, and what are the filmmaker's true intentions?

A Person Who Remediates Britain's Darkest Stains

From homicide sites to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and dealt with – everything. In their stickiest moments, people turn to him to bring back normalcy.

Will an Iconic Institution Survive an "Perfect Storm"?

Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the discovery of an insider theft, the UK's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to repair its standing?

Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Extreme Pregnancy

Referred to as hyperemesis gravidarum and once labeled 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this condition has long lacked an effective treatment solution – up until possibly now.

The Ghost of Radicalism in Modern Politics

A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, Meir Kahane died a political outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his teachings influence the highest levels of government.

The British Professional With a Dishonest Side

With his brilliant intellect and sterling reputation, it's little wonder that high-net-worth individuals entrusted him with their wealth. Until they started to get uneasy.

The Small Nation That Emerged as the Global Mediation Capital

An extremely rich country has risen as a key actor on the world stage, working to solve some of the most complex disputes. What are driving this ambitious project?

A Inside Look at a President Preparing for International Summitry

Deeply disliked at domestically, President Macron relishes the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman most equipped to deal with a certain sitting American leader. Seven years after their last encounter, a writer joined him as he prepared for the summit.

During the Trial of a Heartbreaking Case

What led to the daughter of an aristocrat find herself at the Old Bailey with her companion, facing charges with killing their two-week-old baby?

The Dismantling of a Major Development Organization: Far From Widespread Regret

When actions were made to wind down a major US aid agency, many around the world were taken aback. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this most recent letdown was not unexpected.

The Shocking 1960s Experiment on South Asian Mothers

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

A "Mozart" of the Online Age

He's endured 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and given away enormous amounts of cash to selected contestants. But are these stunts simply very clever entertainment – or acts of artistic genius?

Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean

With the ocean rising, much of Tuvalu's people is facing the prospect that their home may in the near future become uninhabitable. The pressing question is: Where are they supposed to go?

One Tragic Case of Youth Homelessness

When I met Craig he was 13 and without a home. I still believed his situation could turn around. That hope was devastatingly misplaced.

The Global AI Race and a Crucial Defection

In 2020, after living half his life in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he might possess the secret to who wins the worldwide AI race.

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