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The world's first social impact bond launched in 2010 in Peterborough, UK, aimed to reduce prisoner recidivism by 7.5% or more.
Scientists analyze kangaroo feces to study the bacteria that could lead to a future where diseases are largely eliminated through microbiome therapy.
Around 300 to 350 detainees were initially held at a makeshift POW camp in Lebanon after the Israeli invasion in June 1982.
The National Health Service, once a public service, is now viewed as a £120 billion opportunity for corporate profit extraction.
An Arab actor and a Jewish journalist seek belonging in an increasingly extremist Israeli society.
50,000 people move to Austin each year, drawn by its booming economy and vibrant culture, while grappling with the challenges of rapid growth.
Amena, a woman from Sheffield, navigates her identity as a British Muslim while raising two young sons with her Yemeni husband.
Candidates for Congress often need to raise between $3 million and $5 million to be competitive in elections, according to city councilor Quinn Nestrom.
Fifteen percent of the continental United States has been leased by oil and gas companies, raising concerns about environmental and public health impacts.
Women would not gain equal rights before the law in European constitutions until the 20th century, despite calls for equality dating back to the 18th century.
Mark Jerardino shares his passion for horse racing by highlighting the training of a filly named Spectacular Sight and insights from industry figures like Joe Pesci.
A 50-year-old missionary, Dorinda Coonan, has lived in the South Sudan village of Mario Liu for two years, aiding refugees from the Civil War.
Breast cancer marketing campaigns raise millions annually, yet questions persist about the effectiveness and allocation of these funds, as highlighted by Pink Ribbons, Inc.
Modern life presents a paradox where advanced technologies intended to save time often contribute to a pervasive sense of time scarcity and burnout.
38 and 2 is the number of bulls Ty Rinaldo has bred for major rodeo events, including the PBR World Finals and the National Finals Rodeo.
Director Edouard Perrin reveals the sugar lobby's impact on public health in Sugar Overload.
In July 2012, a SIM card in Myanmar cost $250, reflecting the country's low mobile and Internet penetration before a telecommunications revolution began.
Farmers in Paraguay, like Geronimo Arevelos, struggle against corporate GMO soy expansion.
In Great Britain, underground fight clubs reveal the motivations of organizers and fighters while highlighting issues of violence, drugs, and societal crisis.
Around 130,000 Tibetans have fled China, facing dangerous journeys to preserve their culture and spirituality in neighboring countries like Nepal and India.
Vitasoy, founded 80 years ago, played a key role in popularizing soy milk, transforming dietary options in the beverage market.
Japan Airlines faced $25 billion in debt, prompting a Buddhist monk to become CEO and implement a modest management style that improved revenues.
Food production practices threaten the environment, as highlighted by Kate Winslet, Anthony Robbins, and Richard Branson in this urgent documentary.
Zhang Ruimin and Kevin Nolan share their experiences of overcoming cultural differences to create a successful partnership between Haier and GE Appliances.
The Shah of Iran spent $100 million in just two days to host a lavish celebration for the 2,500th anniversary of the Persian monarchy.
The US produces nearly 25% of the world's carbon dioxide emissions, despite having only 5% of the global population.
August 14, 1969, marks the peak of the counterculture movement in America, fueled by the widespread use of LSD, a substance accidentally created by Swiss chemist Albert Hoffman.
Human consciousness, a complex phenomenon, raises questions about the existence of a divine mind, exploring the intersection of science and spirituality.
More than 50 million liters of South African wine are consumed annually in Nordic countries, raising questions about the conditions under which it is produced.
Homer G. Phillips Hospital, the largest hospital for African American patients in the world, opened during a time of significant racial segregation in St. Louis.
Itamar Rose critiques the deceptive practices of YouTube capitalism and the role of click farms in shaping viral content and ethical dilemmas in social media.
Peter Kalmus reduces his fossil fuel consumption to just 10% of the average American's usage while balancing family life in suburban California.
By 2050, over one-third of people on Earth will live in barrios, favelas, shanty towns, and slums, prompting new approaches to urban planning.
Three families search for missing loved ones, including a sister who disappeared at age 24 and would now be 29.
Air travel's contribution to climate change prompts a critical examination of sustainable aviation solutions, including new aircraft technologies and alternative fuels.
Every year, billions of people buy beverages, making the industry a trillion-dollar market controlled by a few key players like Coca Cola and Starbucks.
Pulses of ultrasound can restore memory function in mice with Alzheimer's, demonstrating sound's potential in medical treatment.
Only 3% of clothing sold in the United States is now made domestically, with the remaining 97% produced in developing countries.
The emergence of a trillion dollar space economy is reshaping industries and addressing global challenges, driven by technological advancements and human ambition.
Ard Louis and David Malone engage with leading scientists and philosophers to explore whether morality is a human invention or a fundamental aspect of the Universe.
Wind power service engineers perform maintenance and repairs on turbines approximately 100 meters above ground, requiring both climbing skills and craftsmanship.
A $48 billion stimulus program funded 14,000 transportation projects, as discussed by former Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood in a 2014 interview.
Two Kalachakra initiations in 2002, led by the fourteenth Dalai Lama, are documented in this film, one disrupted by his illness in Bodh Gaya, India.
John Jacob Astor pivots from fur to opium, reshaping America’s business landscape.
MythBusters hosts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman conduct brutal experiments to test urban legends and iconic movie scenes, revealing the science behind various phenomena.
Thirty years ago, 50 companies dominated American media, but now just six corporations control most of the mainstream outlets in the country.
Hindu beliefs significantly influence daily life in British Hindu communities, shaping personal conduct, moral decisions, and cultural identity through principles like Dharma and Karma.
On June 28, 1914, the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand triggers events that reshape Wall Street and finance during World War I.
