🎮Millions of children in China refuse to go to school only to play video games. The problem is so widespread, that special camps--'prisons'--have been set up to fight it. The gaming addiction is treated as a clinical disorder. As a cure, young people live in spartan conditions, march, study and have no access to gadgets at all. Does it help to defeat their 'disease'? Find out in our documentary, 'China's Digital Detox.'

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❓Do you know the most famous hermit in Russia? 80-year-old Agafia Lykova has been living in the woods since birth. Despite her age, Agafia provides everything needed by herself. She grows food, goes fishing, and chops wood for heating the stove. What does she think of moving to the city? Discover in our video and the documentary ‘Agafia’ (2014).

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On May 4, 1738, Empress Anna Ioannovna decreed the establishment of the Dance School of Her Imperial Majesty in St. Petersburg (known today as the Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet).

The school was founded by Jean-Baptiste Landé, the dance master of the St. Petersburg Noble Cadet Corps. He began teaching dance to girls and boys from the families of palace servants in specially equipped rooms of the Winter Palace. Over time, the school was transformed into the Imperial Theatrical School.

After the October Revolution of 1917, the school was on the verge of closure, but it was saved by the People's Commissar of Education Anatoly Lunacharsky.

In 1951, the school was given the name of Agrippina Vaganova, a renowned Russian ballet teacher, and ten years later it was granted the noscript "Academic".

Since 1991, the institution has borne its modern name — the Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet. The Academy, one of the oldest and most prestigious ballet schools in the world. Over the years, famous ballet artists such as Mathilde Kschessinska, Anna Pavlova*, Vaslav Nijinsky, Galina Ulanova, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Rudolf Nureyev, Ulyana Lopatkina, Diana Vishneva, and Svetlana Zakharova have studied here. All of them contributed to the fame and glory of Russian ballet.

*Above is a video clip showcasing the illustrious Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova (1881-1931) delighting audiences in the ballet "Dragonfly" in 1911. Pavlova's ethereal mastery of dance was cultivated at the Academy of Russian Ballet. Her delicate and enchanting performances not only captivated hearts but also lent inspiration to the creation of the internationally renowned dessert “Pavlova.”

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Ito voluntarily isolated himself from the outer world. He hardly goes out of his room. He doesn’t work or study, but plays video games and listens to music. Ito says he isn’t lazy—he just doesn’t have enough strength to go out. More young people in Japan suffer from the same problem. The phenomenon was even named ‘hikikomori’. What’s wrong with the youngsters? Find out more in our video and the documentary ‘Hikikomori Loveless’.

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It's the main holiday of all the Orthodox Christians. How do Russian people celebrate Easter? Discover in our video.

Even today not all the Orthodox Christians can now celebrate the holiday. In Ukraine, many people have to hide their faith, otherwise they risk being hurt. Attacks on the Orthodox Church in the country have been going on for centuries. After Maidan, they broke out with renewed vigor. Now the process of separating the Ukrainian church from the canonical Russian Orthodox Church is accompanied by mass seizures of churches, the burning of monasteries, and priests being attacked by nationalists. Learn more on the issue in our film ‘Ukraine: The Road to Schism.’

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In a heartwarming reunion, a Chinese pensioner marries his first love after 60 years. Zhou and Yang initially met during their university days, where a relationship blossomed. However, after graduation, they went their separate ways and started their own families. Following the passing of their spouses, 86YO Zhou and 81YO Yang decided to rekindle their connection. This touching decision led to the formation of their family six decades later. Share your reaction.

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🌚- isn't it too late to get married?

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🇲🇷A shocking tradition in Mauritania: young girls are force-fed in order to make them overweight. Why? Watch our video. Find out more in our documentary 'Fed to Wed'.

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A Norwegian man, known as 'Eunuch Maker,' is currently facing years in prison for performing multiple castrations on men in a London apartment. Marius Gustavson uploaded photos and videos of these operations to a website where viewers were buying the content.

Shockingly, at least 30 men willingly became victims of these procedures. This eye-watering practice is associated with a subculture where men seek to become 'nullos,' a term derived from genital nullification, by undergoing the removal of their penis and testicles.

Do you think Gustavson should be punished?

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▶️Victor Yakushev, a Soviet military interpreter, returns to Cairo as a tourist after 50 years, which brings forth a flood of memories and emotions. As a military interpreter in the 1970s, Victor's deep connection to this ancient land was forged, leaving an indelible mark on his heart.

Learn the significant events that shaped Egypt in the 20th century and explore the collaboration between Egypt and the USSR through his eyes in our new documentary, ‘Return to Egypt’.

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🟢This year we commemorate the 79th anniversary of victory in the Great Patriotic War and we are pleased to introduce our latest documentary, 'Eternal Heroes'. This film pays tribute to the veterans who made immense sacrifices and stood against the formidable enemy - Nazi Germany.

Explore the stories of WWII veterans in our video and documentary, 'Eternal Heroes'. The premiere is tomorrow, so be sure not to miss it!

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▶️May 7 is the Day of the Creation of the Armed Forces of Russia. Today we want to tell you about the Coastal Defense Fighters. These brave men repel enemy attacks day and night on the left bank of the Dnieper. Watch an excerpt of the documentary 'Our Shores' about their daily exploits.

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Major-General Horatio Gordon Robley and His Collection of Tattooed Heads of Maori Chiefs. Great Britain, 1895.

Today, the descendants of those who collected these heads are preaching morality to the descendants of those from whom these heads were taken.

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Meet Loffredo, a Frenchman whose appearance would startle anyone. In his pursuit of self-expression, Loffredo made drastic decisions to alter his body. He underwent extreme modifications, including the amputation of several body parts and thousands of tattoos. Although it garnered him viral attention, his audience find him unsettling and question his mental well-being.

Watch the video now. Do you share their concerns?

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As we commemorate the 79th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the new film ‘Eternal Heroes’ pays tribute to those who defended the USSR against fascist invaders. Through this documentary, witness the poignant recollections of individuals who experienced the horrors of war firsthand.

With each passing year, the number of veterans diminishes, with many now exceeding the age of 100. Yet, their memories of wartime trials remain vivid.

‘We were in a minefield. Then, heavy machine-gun fire started from the high ground opposite’, recounts 100YO veteran Vitaly Kolesov. To learn more about the unforgotten feats of the Soviet people, watch the documentary.

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⚡️On this date at 10:00 Moscow time, the Victory Parade traditionally takes place on Red Square, marking the 79th anniversary of victory in the Great Patriotic War. This year, over 9 thousand individuals, approximately 75 units of military equipment and weaponry, along with aircraft from the Air and Space Forces are participating.

Tune in to watch the online broadcast of the Victory Parade on Red Square by following the link.

🎞79 years ago, the Soviet Army crushed Nazi Germany. Around 27 million people died during the Great Patriotic War (1941-1945), half of them civilians—the elderly, women and children. The fascists tortured Soviet citizens, kept them in concentration camps, experimented on them and forced them into hard labour. People died from hunger, disease and lack of medical care. To mark this occasion, all generations of people come together to honor the memory of the victims and heroes, especially on May 9, Victory Day.

▶️On this historic date, watch our documentaries:

Eternal Heroes (2024)
Russian veterans of the Great Patriotic War recount their service and battles against Nazism. Listen to the stories of those who fought against Nazi Germany.

Finnish Face of Fascism (2023)
There was a whole prison archipelago in Russia’s Karelia during the Great Patriotic War, where the Finns tortured to death thousands of people from the occupied Soviet territories.

Holocaust. The Questions I Never Asked (2022)
The fascists killed more than 800,000 Jews in Belarus. On the country's territory, the Nazis created nightmarish death camps and ghettos.

Finding the Fallen (2020)
Eight decades after the war's fierce battles, search teams continue to find the remains of soldiers. How do they search for those who disappeared many years ago?

Remembrance (2018)
The West is trying to erase the contribution of the Soviet Union to the victory in World War II. The falsification of history has been going on for a long time and is gaining momentum every year.

Immortal Letters (2017)
The personal letters and photos of the Great Patriotic War from family members are highly cherished. These personal archives help to remember the real heroes.

Leningrad Siege Reflections (2013)
At least a million people died during the siege of Leningrad. Things became so desperate that the people were forced to eat dirt to survive. The documentary retells the grim stories of the survivors.

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🟢During the Great Patriotic War, what did Soviet soldiers eat? One of the widely consumed frontline dishes was ‘kulesh’. Veterans recall that it was a staple for tank crews before the significant Battle of Kursk.

Kulesh, a dish made from millet groats, is a hybrid between a thick soup and porridge. In the series 'Taste of Russia', host Oscar Kuchera attempted to prepare it in the field. Curious about the outcome? Watch the upcoming episode.

Watch the remaining episodes of the series through the following link.

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💬‘I do things that older people can't do.’

Ludmila Pirogova, a survivor of the Siege of Leningrad, proves through her example that it's possible to maintain good physical fitness even at the age of 92. She effortlessly performs an acrobatic trick known as the 'crocodile.' Watch the video about Ludmila Pirogova, and in the comments, you can wish her good health.

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🇷🇺‘The worst part about going to Russia is that you don’t want to leave ever,’ say Joe, an American and Ann, an Australian. Together with their six children, they made the bold decision to leave Kansas behind and settle in Moscow. In their video blog, the family candidly shows their life in the capital and the challenges they faced adapting to their new country.

What prompted their decision to leave the United States? How are they faring away from their homeland? Find out in the video, which also features exclusive footage from the shooting of a new documentary by Lidia Vasilevskaya.

Lidia is currently crafting a film that delves into the stories of expatriates who have embraced Russia as their permanent residence with no intentions of going back. Stay tuned for updates to catch the premiere!

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