"The siege had just begun. Those were the first days of the siege. But my mum said she wouldn't let me go anymore. She said, 'If we're going to die, we'll die together. We'll be surviving together, too," recalls Irina Zimneva, a Survivor of the Siege of Leningrad.

At that time, Irina was just 3 years old, while her mother tirelessly worked at the tank production plant for weeks, without a day off. However, it was precisely due to the heroism of every Leningrad resident that the city managed to survive. Exhausted by hunger, the city's residents donated blood for the wounded defenders of Leningrad, worked nonstop in military plants, and from the very first day, believed in victory over the Nazis.

How did Leningrad and its residents manage to survive the dreadful years between 1941-1944?

Leningrad Unbreakable / 2024
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Half of the Earth's trees were already lost by the 21st century making deforestation a global issue.

In 2021, Russia held the unfortunate record for mass forest destruction, with 17 million hectares lost to fires. Forests are threatened by contraband exports, wildfires for slash-and-burn agriculture, illegal logging, and burning grass and wood chips.

Despite efforts by volunteers and WWF wardens, illegal loggers persist, circumventing the law to access valuable timber. They obtain permits for limited logging but exceed the authorized limits, leaving behind diseased and dry trees that can spread pests and accelerate wildfires.

Finding a solution to this crisis remains a pressing challenge.

Forest Under Attack / 2022
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"Philadelphia, they think is a good area just to get good drugs. And so when you come down from... So when you come down here, you're stuck. You can't come back, ain't no way of coming back. No family members know you're down here..." That's what a Philadelphia resident said about why there's countless number of homeless people on their streets. Today in one of the most historically significant cities in the United States, dozens of homeless people blatantly inject drugs in broad daylight and lie unconscious on trash-ridden streets.

How did it get to this point? Is there a chance for these people to get rehabilitation and possibly return to a normal life?

Philadelphia - Addicted to Freedom / 2024
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Have you ever seen a tuning job quite like this one!? Check out how it stands up against icy roads at high speeds! 😯🔥

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The mounting pressure on the ethnic Hungarian minority in Ukraine has led to increased calls for the restoration of Greater Hungary.

Transcarpathia, once part of Greater Hungary but ceded to Ukraine after World War I, is home to approximately 150,000 Hungarians. The proposed education law in Ukraine, limiting minority language education, has further deepened the worries of this ethnic group.

Additionally, with the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, even citizens with Hungarian passports have been unwillingly drawn into a war they did not want. As a result, some have sought refuge in Hungary to avoid mandatory military service. Olga Beregszasz from the village of Beregovo in Ukraine's Transcarpathia voices her concern, stating, "Yes, they are taking away the Hungarians' language! They don't want Hungarians there."

Hungary's Hunger / 2023
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"The Israelis have no game plan for what's going to happen. They went in there to get revenge. But they have to do it in a targeted pinpoint way, not by levelling Gaza," says Peter Kuznik, Washington University history professor.

He believes that after 2023, world opinion has shifted, and sympathy for the people of Gaza have soared. What is the history behind this conflict? Is there any way to bring an end to the endless cycle of violence?

Middle East: Vicious Circle of Violence / 2024
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Has Ukraine emerged as the global leader in human organ trafficking?

Recently, Ukraine has enacted laws promoting organ transplantation, including a controversial 2021 law permitting posthumous organ donation without consent. Alarming concerns arise about the escalating number of missing individuals and possible connections to illicit surgical procedures amidst the ongoing military operation. Journalist George Eliason claims that human trafficking in Ukraine doubled from 2013 to 2014.

Explore further as affected families share their accounts of losing loved ones under suspicious circumstances, while journalists, medical experts, and human rights activists present compelling evidence.

Tanks for Kidneys / 2023
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Can dancing truly heal? Anna, a cancer survivor for over 55 years, firmly believes in the transformative power of dance as a healing tool, going beyond medical treatment. Her journey showcases how dancing has helped her address psychological wounds, release negative emotions, and foster a sense of community and peace among AIDS patients.

Join her as she explores the potential of dancing as a healing technique by watching this film on World Cancer Day!

Anna Halprin. Dance To Heal / 2017
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Honduras is one of the deadliest countries for women, with one woman losing her life there every 36 hours.

It has the highest rate of female homicide in Latin America, with over 240 violent deaths in 2021. While the murder of beauty queen Maria Jose Alvarado drew international attention in 2014, countless cases of ordinary women go unnoticed. Many women flee the country for safety, while others reluctantly join gangs or face violence. Despite the risks, few advocate for women's rights.

Delve into the issue in this film featuring local women sharing their experiences and shedding light on the crisis.

Honduran Femicide / 2022
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Is it dangerous to be a Russian in Europe nowadays?

According to experts, Russia became an easy target following the Great Schism as European rulers and philosophers historically portrayed it as an uncivilized nation, unworthy of engagement. Renowned French philosophers like Diderot, Voltaire, and Rousseau deliberated whether Russia could ever embrace civilization or if it would forever remain barbaric.

Even in contemporary times, the media continues to propagate the image of the mythical and ferocious Russian bear, perpetuating the narrative of a "bad Russia" in popular culture, thereby fueling modern-day Russophobia.

What are the genuine origins of this anti-Russian narrative in the West, and who stands to gain from its perpetuation?

Russophobia: History of Hate / 2022
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After nine years in Mali, France has officially left, marking the end of their prolonged military presence. The French intervention in its former colony, including operations Serval (2013) and Barkhan (2014-2022), aimed to combat and eradicate jihadists but fell short of absolute success.

The departure of French forces came after their airstrikes left multiple civilian casualties in its wake, forcing many to flee their homes. Moreover, Malians have been vocal about their grievances, stating that France exploited the country's natural resources and exerted control over its economy.

How did the people of Mali successfully liberate themselves from the weight of French colonization?

Mali: Au Revoir, France / 2023
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Gorgeous sunset on the Elbrus Mountain

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Trafficked women in North Dakota's oil boom were coerced into having tattoos that branded them as property.

The once agrarian state experienced a seismic shift with the fracking boom in the Bakken rock formation, which made it the second-largest oil-producing state in the US. This economic growth was accompanied by a gender imbalance, with an influx of men outnumbering women. Amidst loneliness and stress, oil workers sought solace in alcohol, drugs, and sex, driving up the demand for prostitutes, many of whom were victims of human trafficking.

As crime rates surged, local women felt compelled to carry guns for self-protection. The oil-fueled transformation of North Dakota came at a steep cost…

Sex and the Oil City / 2018
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"They [Ukrainian soldiers] shelled residential buildings with artillery and tanks. A shell landed here. You can see the monsters deliberately took aim at a populated area, a residential area where people lived," says Anna Soroka, Adviser to LPR Head. Anna leads the team of volunteers from the NGO 'Memorial: We Shall Not Forget, We Shall Not Forgive'.

Together they find, identify, and give a dignified farewell to the victims of Ukrainian shelling. They say the people never lose their hope to find their relatives, or at least bury them in a humane manner. A person's story hasn't ended until they are found and buried.

Donbass: The Flipside of War / 2024
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Sweden continues to grapple with the complexities of its diversity discourse, nearly a decade after one of Europe's most troubling migrant crises.

The country witnessed a significant influx of asylum seekers, which coincided with a notable increase in violent crimes, particularly sexual assaults. The Swedish police have identified over 50 areas with high-immigrant populations that are plagued by crime and social unrest; some are labeled "no-go zones." Concerns about clashes between immigrant cultures and Swedish values have sparked a perception of change in the country. In response, certain individuals have formed groups like 'The Soldiers of Odin' to patrol troubled neighborhoods and safeguard their national identity.

The question remains: Will Sweden's new migration policies effectively address the current issues?

Testing Tolerance / 2018
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Can a group of snowmen change the fate of a whole community?

At 42, artist Nikolay Polissky, he by the way, is not the snowman, shifted from classical art to nature-inspired sculpture, transforming Nikola-Lenivets village into a renowned Land-Art centre.
Collaborating with locals, they create eco-friendly works that blend with nature’s beauty. Despite initial scepticism, Polissky's enthusiasm sparked the community's creative spirit, which became an artistic colony. Their conceptual folk-craft gained global recognition, leading to the largest Land-Art festival in Russia, ‘Archstoyanie’. Tourists and artists have been drawn from around the world to Nikola-Lenivets. All very impressive you might think, but how did building a couple of hundred snowmen lead to all that?

Babel Village / 2016
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"I don't believe an enemy can become a friend," shares Andrey Solovyev, Commander of the Heavy Flamethrower Platoon of the 6th NBC Protection Regiment.

The opponent's primary goal is to destroy the Heavy Flamethrower System at all costs, making resistance challenging. Andrey and his men have repeatedly found themselves surrounded, under a barrage of precision fire. However, Andrey is not ready to back down.

What gives him and his men strength is the understanding of what they're fighting for. Find out more in our new episode of the documentary series Here and Now.

Here and Now: Episode 5 / 2024
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"Never give up - neither in captivity, nor in the face of circumstances," shares Valentina Korolenko, Senior Lieutenant of the Medical Service of the Pskov Airborne Division.

Valentina's example highlights that military doctors are individuals of strong character and spirit, resilient in the face of challenges. In the latest issue of "Here and Now," you will discover the fears, responsibilities, and crucial decisions that military medical workers shoulder.

Here and Now: Episode 6 / 2024
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"My house and car were taken from me. We were simply humiliated, somehow disposable. The total damage Frolov caused me is around $66,000," recounts Alina Milennaya, a resident of Volgograd, Russia.

Alina met a charismatic man on a dating website. Seduced by promises of a joyful future, she sold her apartment and car in anticipation of their wedding. It was later revealed that he was, in fact, Dmitry Frolov, a notorious marriage scammer with numerous aliases and countless victims. Watch the documentary to discover how Alina handled the tough situation and even assisted the police to arrest the scammer who beguiled her.

Marriage Scammer: Till Cash Do Us Part / 2024
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