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While we consider the year gone by, a curated list of remarkable feature-length stories shines. Such narratives delve into multifaceted subjects including geopolitical intrigue and historical discoveries to deeply human journeys.

The Puzzling Novelist and the Conscience of a Nation

A certain Russian novelist became known in the post-Soviet era with sharp commentaries on power. Although numerous of his writer peers have faced censorship or left the nation, he continues to move vast numbers of copies. It raises a pressing query: Has the author turned into an defender for the regime?

Survival and Collaboration in the Syrian Brutal Civil War

The tale of a young man, who at 18 was informed that his only way out of incarceration was to enlist in the government forces. Following 14 long years, his former role as one of Assad's soldiers might still put him in mortal danger.

The Bitter Feud Over Our Earliest Beginnings

The unearthing of ancient remains in the Chadian sands in the early 2000s was proclaimed as radically re-writing the history of our species. But, a faction was persuaded. The ensuing bitter argument has consumed the careers of researchers ever since.

The UK Religious Group That Hid in the Open

One woman was only a young girl when her household joined the a religious community. As an grown woman, she played a key role in uncover the appalling scale of abuse it had committed.

The Leader's Curious Stance on International Law

A great many supporters anticipated that the former human rights lawyer would reaffirm the the nation's dedication to human rights. However, the performance over the first year in office has been curiously mixed.

Breaking a Country's Myth

A film tracking a remorseful master criminal as she ensnares corrupt individuals with hidden cameras poses complex questions: Is she truly changed, and what are the filmmaker's own motives?

The Person Who Decontaminates Britain's Most Difficult Scenes

From murder scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – it all. In their most challenging times, individuals rely on him to restore order.

Can an Iconic Museum Endure an "Perfect Storm"?

Beset by colonial controversy, strained funding and the revelation of an internal thief, Britain's leading cultural institution is in a major crisis. The question remains: Is it possible to restore its legacy?

Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Severe Pregnancy

Called a severe form of pregnancy sickness and once labeled 'dangerous sickness' by the Victorians, this illness has for centuries been without an reliable treatment remedy – until possibly now.

The Spectre of Radicalism in Contemporary Government

A militant fanatic and early advocate of hate, a rabbi died a political pariah 35 years ago. Now, his ideology shape the very highest levels of government.

An British Professional With a Crooked Side

With his keen mind and impeccable credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy clients entrusted him with their fortunes. Until they began to get suspicious.

The Tiny State That Became the Global Diplomatic Hub

An astonishingly rich country has risen as a key force on the international scene, attempting to broker peace in some of the most intractable disputes. Which factors are fueling this unprecedented project?

An Inside View at a President Gearing Up for Global Summitry

Deeply unpopular at home, President Macron enjoys the world stage, where he presents himself as the statesman best placed to handle a particular former American leader. 7 years after their previous meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for battle.

During the Trial of a Tragic Story

How did the child of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, facing charges with killing their newborn infant?

The Dismantling of a Global Aid Agency: Not Universal Mourning

When efforts were made to drastically cut a prominent development organization, many around the world were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this latest betrayal was far from unexpected.

A Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Women

When information about a medical study in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread anxiety. But the precise truth of the procedures remains somewhat unclear.

The "Master" of the Attention Economy

He's endured a full day in a vat of goo, two days underground – and showered enormous amounts of cash to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or acts of artistic brilliance?

Existence in a Country Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean

With the ocean increasing, much of Tuvalu's population is facing the reality that their home may in the near future cease to exist. The urgent question is: To where are they supposed to relocate?

A Tragic Story of Youth Homelessness

As I encountered a young boy he was thirteen and without a home. I still thought his life could improve. I was tragically misplaced.

A International Artificial Intelligence Race and a Crucial Move

In the recent past, after living decades in the United States, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could possess the answers to which nation wins the worldwide technological rivalry.

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