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Upon reflect on the past year, a curated list of outstanding feature-length stories emerges. Such accounts probe complex subjects from geopolitical intrigue and scientific discoveries to profoundly human stories.

A Enigmatic Novelist and the Conscience of a Country

An author gained prominence in the nineties with sharp critiques on autocratic rule. While many of his writer peers have encountered suppression or fled the nation, he still move millions of copies. It raises a key question: Has he evolved into an supporter for the Kremlin?

Survival and Collaboration in Syria's Horrific Civil War

The account of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only way out of incarceration was to enlist in the regime forces. After 14 years, his past as one of Assad's fighters may still put him in mortal danger.

The Fierce Dispute Over Our Earliest Origins

The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab desert in 2001 was hailed as fundamentally changing the history of our species. Yet, not everyone was persuaded. The subsequent bitter controversy has taken over the careers of researchers ever since.

A UK Sect That Hid in the Open

One woman was only a child when her family became part of the a religious community. As an grown woman, she helped uncover the shocking scale of abuse it had carried out.

The Statesman's Puzzling Record on International Law

Many voters hoped that the prime minister would renew the Britain's dedication to international law. However, the track record over the past year has been notably ambiguous.

Shattering a Nation's Identity

A documentary featuring a repentant fraudster as she sets up unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras raises difficult questions: Is this person truly reformed, and what are the director's own motives?

A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Traumatic Scenes

From murder scenes to biological waste, an extreme cleaner has seen – and restored – everything. In their stickiest moments, individuals turn to him to bring back peace.

Can an Famous Institution Endure an "Multifaceted Crisis"?

Plagued by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the discovery of an internal thief, the UK's number one cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it restore its standing?

Beyond "Morning Sickness": A Suffering of Severe Condition

Known as a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the 19th century, this illness has for centuries been without an consistent treatment solution – up until possibly now.

The Legacy of Radicalism in Contemporary Politics

A violent extremist and early advocate of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a marginalized outcast thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology shape the very highest levels of the state.

An English Professional With a Fraudulent Side

With his keen intellect and impeccable background, it's no surprise that affluent clients entrusted him with their assets. Until they started to get wary.

A Tiny State That Became the World's Diplomatic Hub

An incredibly wealthy country has transformed into a major force on the international scene, striving to broker peace in some of the most intractable conflicts. What are driving this unprecedented endeavor?

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

Extremely unpopular at home, the French leader thrives on the world stage, where he positions himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former US president. 7 years after their last encounter, a journalist accompanied him as he readied himself for battle.

Inside the Court Case of a Heartbreaking Case

How did the child of an wealthy family end up at the a major court with her partner, facing charges with the death of their two-week-old baby?

An End of a Global Aid Organization: Far From Universal Regret

When actions were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the globe were surprised. But on the ground in Sierra Leone, this latest disappointment was not unforeseen.

A Unethical Mid-Century Experiment on South Asian Women

When information about a medical study in the 1960s became public, there was widespread shock. But the precise story of the procedures is still partially unclear.

A "Genius" of the Attention Age

He's spent 24 hours in slime, two days buried alive – and distributed enormous sums of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly savvy clickbait – or acts of avant garde brilliance?

Existence in a Country Threatened by the Encroaching Seas

With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is grappling with the prospect that their homeland may in the near future become uninhabitable. The urgent issue is: To where are they going to relocate?

One Sorrowful Case of Youth Homelessness

When I met a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. Even then believed his life could turn around. I was sadly misplaced.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Pivotal Defection

In the recent past, after living decades in the US, Song-Chun Zhu took a one-way ticket to his home country. Now, he may hold the secret to who wins the global AI race.

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