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As we consider the previous year, a curated list of remarkable feature-length pieces stands out. These narratives delve into complex themes ranging from political intrigue and scientific revelations to profoundly personal journeys.

A Mysterious Writer and the Moral Fabric of a Country

Victor Pelevin rose to fame in the post-Soviet era with scathing commentaries on power. Whereas numerous of his literary contemporaries have faced suppression or left the nation, he still move vast numbers of books. It prompts a key question: Has the author turned into an supporter for the Kremlin?

Endurance and Collaboration in the Syrian Devastating Conflict

The account of Mustafa, who at 18 was told that his sole way to escape prison was to enlist in the regime forces. After fourteen long years, his past as one of Assad's soldiers could now get him killed.

The Fierce Feud Over Humanity's Earliest Origins

The discovery of ancient bones in the Djurab sands in 2001 was heralded as fundamentally re-writing the story of our human race. But, a faction was convinced. The ensuing bitter scholarly debate has consumed the careers of paleoanthropologists ever since.

A British Cult That Operated in Plain Sight

One woman was only a child when her family joined the Jesus Fellowship. As an adult, she played a key role in expose the disturbing scale of abuse it had perpetrated.

A Leader's Unexpected Stance on Human Rights

Numerous followers anticipated that the prime minister would reaffirm the Britain's commitment to human rights. However, the record over the first year in office has been notably ambiguous.

Breaking a Nation's Myth

A film featuring a repentant fraudster as she records unscrupulous individuals with hidden cameras poses difficult queries: Is she really changed, and what are the filmmaker's true motives?

A Person Who Remediates Britain's Most Difficult Stains

From crime scenes to whale blubber, Ben Giles has witnessed – and dealt with – everything. In their most challenging hours, individuals rely on him to restore normalcy.

Will an Iconic Museum Survive an "Perfect Storm"?

Beset by debates over its collection, difficult finances and the exposure of an internal thief, Britain's premier cultural institution is in a major crisis. The challenge remains: Can it repair its legacy?

Beyond "Pregnancy Nausea": A Suffering of Extreme Condition

Called hyperemesis gravidarum and once termed 'pernicious vomiting' by the Victorians, this condition has long been without an reliable treatment remedy – up until potentially now.

A Legacy of Extremism in Modern Politics

A violent fanatic and pioneer of bigotry, Meir Kahane died a political pariah thirty-five years ago. Now, his ideology shape the uppermost echelons of government.

An British Gentleman With a Crooked Secret

With his sharp mind and flawless credentials, it's no surprise that wealthy individuals trusted him with their wealth. Until they began to get uneasy.

A Small State That Became the World's Mediation Center

An incredibly wealthy country has become a key force on the international scene, attempting to mediate some of the most intractable conflicts. What are behind this unprecedented project?

A Close-Up Look at a President Preparing for Global Battle

Extremely unpopular at domestically, the French leader thrives on the international stage, where he positions himself as the leader best placed to deal with a certain sitting US president. 7 years after their last meeting, a writer joined him as he readied himself for the fray.

Inside the Court Case of a Tragic Case

What led to the daughter of an aristocrat end up at the a major court with her companion, charged with killing their newborn infant?

The End of a Global Aid Agency: Far From Universal Regret

When efforts were made to drastically cut a major US development organization, many around the globe were shocked. But on the front lines in a West African nation, this most recent betrayal was not unforeseen.

The Disturbing Mid-Century Study on South Asian Mothers

When information about a scientific experiment in the sixties were revealed, there was widespread outrage. But the exact truth of what happened is still partially contested.

A "Genius" of the Online Economy

He's endured a full day in slime, two days underground – and given away enormous amounts of money to lucky contestants. But are these videos simply incredibly clever entertainment – or works of avant garde genius?

Life in a Nation Endangered by the Encroaching Ocean

With the ocean rising, much of this Pacific island nation's people is confronting the prospect that their home may soon become uninhabitable. The pressing issue is: Where are they supposed to relocate?

A Heartbreaking Story of Childhood Destitution

As I met a young boy he was thirteen and homeless. Even then believed his life might improve. I was devastatingly wrong.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Competition and a Key Defection

In the recent past, after living half his life in the US, a leading AI scientist took a permanent move to China. Now, he could hold the key to which nation prevails in the global technological rivalry.

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