Dr. Erik Jennings is on a mission to help the indigenous tribes of Brazil living in the Amazon rainforest.

It can take several hours for people living in the Amazon forests to reach the closest medical facilities and, occasionally, doctors opt to travel to the settlements themselves. Dr. Jennings is a neurosurgeon with roots in the region who is determined to provide assistance to these tribes and preserve the Amazon rainforest.

To celebrate his priceless efforts, let’s watch the film Jungle M.D., which showcases his one-of-a-kind journey.

Jungle M.D. / 2017
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Jarat Chopra is on a quest to return his ancestor's sword to India. It was taken as a spoil of war by the British Empire back in 1849. This British-Indian man believes that only the repatriation of the family treasures will resolve the effects of history on his family.

Since the 18th century, British colonizers were looting Indian natural resources, including diamonds, artifacts, and shrines, and exporting them to their own country. The native peoples were often poorly treated throughout this process.

India was one of the richest nations in the world before the British rule. The colonization of India led to poverty and starvation. In August 15, 1947, India was finally freed from British colonial authority.

Looted India: Cost of an Empire / 2023
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While AI is often thought of as a new technology, the concept has been around since the 1950s. Eduard Letskiy was one of the first scientists to set out on a mission to teach machines how to think. He educated multiple generations of researchers who have come closer to this goal than ever before. Discover the roots of AI, tracing its inception to the cutting-edge advancements of today. Uncover how the first robots were developed back in the 1950s and explore the groundbreaking discoveries that have revolutionised the industry. As AI continues to reshape industries and redefine the way we work, what are the advantages and potential dangers for our future?

Directed by Neural Network / 2023
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Wearing a suit, turban and armed with a pistol, Bibi Hokmeena still considers herself a woman but doesn’t embrace her femininity. Raised by a village elder, the "Woman King" fights for women's rights in Afghanistan and serves as a local justice officer. Having waged jihad, fighting alongside her brothers, she carried on with her father's legacy. Despite not fitting Western feminist ideals, her story highlights the intricate interplay of tradition and activism in her community.

The Afghan Woman King / 2021
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Leith's entire family was killed before his eyes during the war in Syria.

Years after the tragedy, one wonders if time has helped Leith heal from the immense trauma he experienced and whether the country could provide comfort and reassurance to children like him who are struggling to cope with the aftermath of the conflict…

Syria: The Story of One Tragedy / 2021
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"The people of Donbass have been shelled for many years since 2014. We're told lies that the war only started in 2022. Ridiculous! We bring pens, pencils, humanitarian aid for kid's homes, and medicine. Our governments only send bombs," says David Cacchione, leader of the Bassotti Band musical group. Their music resonates with a call for peace and justice, drawing attention to the ongoing struggles in Donbass.

The artists have established an 'Anti-Fascist Caravan' to deliver humanitarian aid to civilians, and to inform the world about the conflict. Watch the documentary to find out why the musicians decided to use their performances for charity in order to render help to the residents of Donbass.

Banda Bassotti. The Sound of Red / 2023
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Would you live in a house built out of soda cans to save the earth?

Such a project was proposed by Architect Michael Reynolds. He built his first ‘Earthship’ in 1972 from soda and beer cans, as well as rammed earth. Now, he advocates for “radical sustainability”. His Earthship designs have led to off-grid homes being constructed in a 634-acre subdivision near Taos, New Mexico, and an Earthship Academy has been established to teach ‘biotecture’ principles.

Michael had a vision of building self-sufficient homes that blend with the environment and generate sustainable power from recyclable materials.

Despite some controversy, including legal challenges related to building codes and performance issues, Reynolds’ Earthships continue to inspire those interested in sustainable living.

Green Citadels / 2018
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Sometimes emotional distress can be so overwhelming for some people, that hurting themselves becomes the only solution.

The fear of being alone can push people with Borderline Personality Disorder to intentional self-injury.

But what happens when your own child is diagnosed with BPD? Parents of Matvey, Kira, and other self-harming children reveal the difficult realities of their experiences

Self-Harm - the Pandemic of Youth / 2020
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"The war broke out when I was 5. The shelling was just horrible. I saw people fall dead and bodies taken away. I saw all that," says Laura Ganich, a Donetsk resident and a Leningrad Siege survivor. She survived one of the most tragic episodes of World War II as a child, and now, at 87, Laura finds herself at n a deja vu of constant shelling. How does she find the strength to go through the horrors of artillery fire all over again?

Laura's two wars / 2023
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Kristina was almost married off at just 13-years-old in exchange for a few cows. Fortunately, the ceremony was stopped by the police who arrived just in time.

In Tanzania, child marriage is still a common practice despite the fact that there are numerous laws against it. Young women are wed off to much older males. What are the plights of these kids? Can anyone object or attempt to flee?

Bride Trade / 2017
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”There are many situations that reveal what the Russian Soul is, what a Russian person is, what Russian culture is...This soul is based on assistance and mutual help. It's something the West will never understand," says Sven, a man who considers himself German by birth and Russian by spirit. When Sven moved to Russia, he didn't speak Russian at all.

However, this did not hinder him from getting married, finding a job that he loves, and even pursuing an extraordinary passion – as a member of the 'Night Wolves' Motorcycle Club. Discover more about this biker's story in Episode 6 of our series 'No Limits'.

German biker discovers kindred spirits upon relocating to Russia | No Limits (E7) / 2023
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"Some ask: 'What's your mission?' It seems to me, my mission is to unite people. Not just people, but nations," says Aslisho Akimbekov. Born in Tajikistan, Aslisho became a popular TV host and then chose to expand his creative horizons by moving to Russia. As he organises large intercultural events and multinational weddings, Alishio believes his role is to bring diverse and distant communities closer together. Meet him and learn more about his story in the new No Limits episode.

Tajik TV star builds career as an event planner in Russia | No Limits (E8) / 2023
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Little Areesha started boxing at 8 years old. She says she wanted “to be able to protect myself and my parents”.

Typically confined to household chores and early marriages, girls in Pakistan’s patriarchal society are discouraged from education and sports. However, there’s a girls' boxing club that defies these expectations where both children and adults train together with passion and commitment. Surpassing their male counterparts, these girls seek empowerment and self-defense skills to protect themselves and their families in a dangerous neighborhood plagued by gang wars.

The boxing training provides them a rare sense of freedom, boosting their confidence and expanding their horizons beyond the confines of societal limitations.

On International Boxing Day, let’s check out the unusual stories of these strong and inspiring girls.

Knockout Girls / 2016
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"The nurse said, after such severe wounds, it's either death fears you, or you are made of iron, you're bullet-proof," says one of the fighters about his comrade, codenamed Student. On numerous occasions, he has been hit by shrapnel or wounded while under Ukrainian mortar attacks. Codename Student has been defending Donbass since 2014 and has already survived three serious concussions during this time. This is just one of the stories shared with war correspondent Nikolay Tsonku , as the reporter embarked on his journey to deliver humanitarian aid. Tune in for more stories in our premiere.

Notes from Donbass / 2023
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Punjabi people have to carry a week’s supply of water on their heads!

Water has turned into a luxury in the Indian region, with thousands of villages relying on costly water deliveries due to a severe shortage. Farmers are unable to afford water for their crops, leading to massive debts and a wave of suicides, while authorities ignore the crisis. The situation is a result of unintended consequences from India's agricultural revolution and global climate change.

Obtaining water consumes people's lives, as they queue for tankers, wait at half-dried wells, or manually dig reservoirs. Desperate measures like polygamous marriages and water prioritization have become necessary for survival.

H2Woe / 2016
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