The sprawling metropolis of Bangkok is home to more than eight million people, but it’s also home to another population that has the locals on edge: snakes. With more than 200 species indigenous to the region, the Thai capital is one of the most snake-infested cities in the world. During the rainy season, these elusive … Read more
Decades after their fateful first encounter, Jürgen Cyrulik and the Bulgarian border guard, whose duty was to stop him from crossing the Iron Curtain in 1988, meet again. More than a meeting, it’s a time capsule into a historic and taboo relationship between Germany and Bulgaria that’s not-so-well-known. Through an Arts 21 exclusive documentary, journey … Read more
The Balkans, a scarred land with decades of conflict and instability. In the late 1990s, Kosovo suffered a brutal war that led to thousands of deaths. Two decades later, the situation is stable, but the memories still linger. Now, as the German Armed Forces prepare to leave and the future remains uncertain for many Kosovars, … Read more
The upcoming documentary takes viewers into the world of Birgit Scheffler, a funeral director who is dedicated to providing comfort and support to the bereaved. Despite the challenges posed by the current pandemic, Birgit works tirelessly to make the process of saying goodbye to loved ones as painless as possible. Through her passion for her … Read more
Mega Air, an incredible documentary series, brings viewers a unique look into the fascinating 6 trillion-dollar air freight industry. From a close-up perspective of the bizarre Airbus Beluga, to following one wealthy classic car enthusiast on his journey airfreighting an early car model to the famous UK rally; and even the delivery of UPS’s brand … Read more
Experience the captivating tale of one of the biggest shipwrecks in history – The sinking of the Costa Concordia. From a dream-ship to a nightmare, Discovery’s latest documentary tells the whole story of the catastrophic event that happened in January of 2012. The Costa Concordia was one of the most remarkable cruise ships in the … Read more
The current state of African Americans in the United States is a troubled one. With poverty rates higher than any other ethnic group, the odds are often against them. However, there is a new trend emerging that sheds light on the potential for success within the African American community. This is the story of the … Read more
For more than two decades, Sergey Anatolyevitch Torop has been known as Vissarion to thousands of his devoted followers. A former patrol officer and talented painter from Siberia, Vissarion founded a “unified religion” made up of various spiritual beliefs including Christian, Buddhist, Hindu and pagan elements. This religious system is outlined in the renowned ten-volume … Read more
Creationfest is a unique event that takes place every summer in Eastern Washington, where thousands of Christian believers come to celebrate their faith through music, prayer and soul-saving. The four-day festival is a mix of both religious revival and rock show, with attendees getting “Crunk on Christ” as they listen to some of the best … Read more
Liverpool is the beauty capital of Britain, and it’s easy to see why. From gyms to training salons and even “cosmetic surgeons,” the city has six times more of these than anywhere else in the country. It’s home to a variety of beauty enthusiasts who use everything from intravenous tanning solutions to steroids, and this … Read more