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Nestled in the rugged Dagestan mountains, a remote school struggled to find an English teacher. The journey to the school is perilous, with treacherous roads overrun by mountain rivers. However, Musakay Musakaev braves the risks, spending four hours commuting each day to inspire his students, offering them hope for a brighter tomorrow.

The Akhal-Teke breed, often referred to as the closest living link to wild horses, is renowned as the world's most expensive and esteemed breed. Prices for these horses can soar up to $100,000, reflecting their remarkable speed, endurance over long distances and rapid recovery. What else makes this breed special, particularly for the Turkmens?

Every 36 hours, a woman dies in Honduras, making the county one of the world’s deadliest places to be a woman. Honduras has the highest rate of female homicide in Latin America. In 2021, more than 240 women died violently.

Meet the Female Battalion, a group of young cadets in a nearly all-male military academy determined to become officers in Russia’s elite airborne troops. Though their friends think they’re crazy, for these gals, storming a building surrounded by smoke, explosions, and the sound of gunfire is a perfect day. 

Globally, more than 300 nuclear weapons detection stations operate under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty. Their task is to capture echoes of nuclear tests conducted thousands of kilometres away. Visit one of such stations in Sakhalin, Russia, and fathom the inner workings of the International Monitoring System and the emergencies it has encountered.

Danger is these guys' middle name. Dealing with life hazards on a daily basis, these bomb disposal specialist say: 'Only idiots are not afraid. If you're not scared you better look for another job'. The Bomb Squad's everyday life on RTD. 

For eight years the children of Donbass have been walking to school under Ukrainian artillery fire, have been separated from or even lost their parents, and have learnt to distinguish one type of ammo from another. However, they still have hope for a better future and dream of becoming teachers, engineers, and doctors to one day make their land thrive once again. How these brave children survive amid death and destruction you will see in te documentary

In 2022 Sri Lanka faced the worst crisis since 1983 when the country was torn apart by civil war. Fuel shortage caused by the US embargo on Russian oil and gas doubled prices in the local market. That resulted in massive riots – people were struggling to earn a living, standing on the brink of starvation. Today Sri Lanka’s economy is collapsing with 117% inflation and $51 billion in external debt. How is it going to recover?

Up to 49 million people in 46 countries are knocking at famine’s door, according to UN food agencies. Grains and oil seeds can’t get to countries most dependant on others for food, especially in Africa. World leaders are blaming Moscow for the hunger crisis, claiming it deliberately creates shortages. However, Western sanctions imposed on Black Sea ports and Russian ships are stopping Russia from exporting food and fertiliser. The documentary explores the real reasons behind a looming food crisis.

The largest tank producer in the world, Uralvagonzavod, is located in the Siberian city of Nizhny Tagil. This series follows Kirill and Vladimir, two young factory workers who have long dreamt of being taken on in the prestigious tank workshop. 

Lalit has lived all his life covered with excessive hair due to a faulty gene. He was bullied and resented. Hulya had to endure 20 operations during her childhood because her feet were too weak, and she kept falling. Danil’s genetic disorder stopped him from growing at a young age. How do these people come to accept themselves for who they are and lead a happy life?

The new series, Cold War Weapons, explores military hardware and techniques created by the Soviet Union and the US during the nuclear arms race. In the first episode of Cold War Weapons, host Marina Kosareva visits one of the world’s best tank museums in the town of Kubinka. When the nuclear arms race between the United States and the USSR began, it became clear that tanks can withstand an atomic blast. The first episode takes a closer look at tanks produced by the Soviet Union and the US during the 1940s and 1950s, their advantages and combat experience.

In Tanzania, the tradition of child brides is still prevalent. Despite strict laws against this practice, promising harsh punishment for grooms and parents, young girls are still married off to much older men. In exchange, the family of the bride receives cows that it considers more useful than their daughter.

The small town of Krasnodon in Donbass is home to the Young Guard, a famous WWII underground organisation. A group of local school students united to resist the Nazi occupiers who took the city in 1942. The heroic story of teenage partisans inspired Krasnodon locals to join people’s militia in 2014 despite their young age.

Since the beginning of the special operation in Ukraine, Russian people in the West have been up against the strongest wave of Russophobia which also engulfed Russian art and sport. Munich Philharmonic Orchestra cut all ties with Maestro Valery Gergiev and pianist Denis Matsuev found his name crossed out from the Carnegie Hall posters. Tolstoy, Dostoevsky and Chekhov are no longer welcome in the West, either. How does Russian culture withstand this wave of aggression?

Meet the Female Battalion, a group of young cadets in a nearly all-male military academy determined to become officers in Russia’s elite airborne troops. Though their friends think they’re crazy, for these gals, storming a building surrounded by smoke, explosions, and the sound of gunfire is a perfect day. 

Danger is these guys' middle name. Dealing with life hazards on a daily basis, these bomb disposal specialist say: 'Only idiots are not afraid. If you're not scared you better look for another job'. The Bomb Squad's everyday life on RTD. 

“Finish them off already, for god’s sake. We’ve suffered enough! There!” Exhausted by months spent in the cellar, as they were hiding from the Azov battalions, Mariupol residents greet Russian soldiers. People receive food, and medical care, prepare documents and then are sent to either Donetsk or Russia. Despite the hardships, they still have hope for a new life and cry tears of joy as they get a chance to reconnect with their loved ones.

Nestled in the rugged Dagestan mountains, a remote school struggled to find an English teacher. The journey to the school is perilous, with treacherous roads overrun by mountain rivers. However, Musakay Musakaev braves the risks, spending four hours commuting each day to inspire his students, offering them hope for a brighter tomorrow.

For eight years the children of Donbass have been walking to school under Ukrainian artillery fire, have been separated from or even lost their parents, and have learnt to distinguish one type of ammo from another. However, they still have hope for a better future and dream of becoming teachers, engineers, and doctors to one day make their land thrive once again. How these brave children survive amid death and destruction you will see in te documentary

In 2022 Sri Lanka faced the worst crisis since 1983 when the country was torn apart by civil war. Fuel shortage caused by the US embargo on Russian oil and gas doubled prices in the local market. That resulted in massive riots – people were struggling to earn a living, standing on the brink of starvation. Today Sri Lanka’s economy is collapsing with 117% inflation and $51 billion in external debt. How is it going to recover?

Fyodor Dostoevsky is the most recognised Russian writer and can be easily considered a global brand. His novels, released two centuries ago, are still on point and remain the best soul-searching resource for many people around the world. Dostoevsky’s fans discover their true selves while reading him and artists channel their love for the writer through paintings and music. What makes Dostoevsky’s writing immortal?

Lalit has lived all his life covered with excessive hair due to a faulty gene. He was bullied and resented. Hulya had to endure 20 operations during her childhood because her feet were too weak, and she kept falling. Danil’s genetic disorder stopped him from growing at a young age. How do these people come to accept themselves for who they are and lead a happy life?

Up to 49 million people in 46 countries are knocking at famine’s door, according to UN food agencies. Grains and oil seeds can’t get to countries most dependant on others for food, especially in Africa. World leaders are blaming Moscow for the hunger crisis, claiming it deliberately creates shortages. However, Western sanctions imposed on Black Sea ports and Russian ships are stopping Russia from exporting food and fertiliser. The documentary explores the real reasons behind a looming food crisis.

The largest tank producer in the world, Uralvagonzavod, is located in the Siberian city of Nizhny Tagil. This series follows Kirill and Vladimir, two young factory workers who have long dreamt of being taken on in the prestigious tank workshop. 

The new series, Cold War Weapons, explores military hardware and techniques created by the Soviet Union and the US during the nuclear arms race. In the first episode of Cold War Weapons, host Marina Kosareva visits one of the world’s best tank museums in the town of Kubinka. When the nuclear arms race between the United States and the USSR began, it became clear that tanks can withstand an atomic blast. The first episode takes a closer look at tanks produced by the Soviet Union and the US during the 1940s and 1950s, their advantages and combat experience.

Danger is these guys' middle name. Dealing with life hazards on a daily basis, these bomb disposal specialist say: 'Only idiots are not afraid. If you're not scared you better look for another job'. The Bomb Squad's everyday life on RTD. 

In Tanzania, the tradition of child brides is still prevalent. Despite strict laws against this practice, promising harsh punishment for grooms and parents, young girls are still married off to much older men. In exchange, the family of the bride receives cows that it considers more useful than their daughter.

The small town of Krasnodon in Donbass is home to the Young Guard, a famous WWII underground organisation. A group of local school students united to resist the Nazi occupiers who took the city in 1942. The heroic story of teenage partisans inspired Krasnodon locals to join people’s militia in 2014 despite their young age.

Since the beginning of the special operation in Ukraine, Russian people in the West have been up against the strongest wave of Russophobia which also engulfed Russian art and sport. Munich Philharmonic Orchestra cut all ties with Maestro Valery Gergiev and pianist Denis Matsuev found his name crossed out from the Carnegie Hall posters. Tolstoy, Dostoevsky and Chekhov are no longer welcome in the West, either. How does Russian culture withstand this wave of aggression?

“Finish them off already, for god’s sake. We’ve suffered enough! There!” Exhausted by months spent in the cellar, as they were hiding from the Azov battalions, Mariupol residents greet Russian soldiers. People receive food, and medical care, prepare documents and then are sent to either Donetsk or Russia. Despite the hardships, they still have hope for a new life and cry tears of joy as they get a chance to reconnect with their loved ones.