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- 1Taking the Global North to court over climate costs●The Global North taken to court - Who pays for the climate catastrophe? | DW Documentary
A documentary examines climate litigation in which countries and communities from the Global South are taking wealthy industrialised nations to court over their historical responsibility for global warming. The central question: who should pay for the damage caused by the climate catastrophe? The topic is drawing wide attention as courtroom battles over climate reparations and liability intensify worldwide.
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Stacey Dooley is back in the news on several fronts. She fronts a new BBC documentary exploring a rehabilitation unit in Stockport, while also defending her move from London to Merseyside, saying Liverpool 'feels like home' and describing herself as protective of Scousers. She has also spoken about a warning she received from BBC bosses before public backlash, and faced criticism over an admission involving Kevin Clifton.
- 3Elizabeth Holmes back in the spotlight as 'Bad Blood' returns to bestseller lists●you can see everything
Elizabeth Holmes is trending again after a new Nathan Fielder documentary prompted John Carreyrou's Theranos exposé 'Bad Blood' to re-enter bestseller lists. Outlets including the BBC and The Guardian are revisiting why the Theranos founder, now serving a prison sentence for fraud, remains one of America's most discussed white-collar criminals more than a decade after her company's collapse.
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TikTok has suspended an account tied to a documentary about Elon Musk, sparking debate about content moderation and how the platform handles material about the billionaire. Commenters are divided, with some calling the move censorship and others noting unclear enforcement of account rules. Neither TikTok nor Musk's representatives have given a detailed public explanation.
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A firsthand account about technology writer Bob Cringely is circulating, in which the author recounts a personal experience with the longtime tech columnist. Readers are debating the piece and Cringely's reputation, as the author has long been a polarizing figure in Silicon Valley journalism known for his PBS documentaries and columns about the personal computer industry.
- 6Starlink: the satellite network Ukraine's war effort relies on●STARLINK: The invisible weapon UKRAINE depends on
Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet network, has become a critical piece of Ukraine's military infrastructure, keeping communications running across the battlefield. A French radio documentary examines how deeply Ukraine depends on the service and the strategic leverage this gives Musk and Washington over Kyiv.
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A documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, the convicted founder of Theranos, is drawing fresh attention. Reports indicate the film, described as 'You Can See Everything', is being positioned for an awards campaign, including categories such as Best Picture and Supporting Actress. The news renews public interest in the Theranos fraud case and Holmes's downfall, with coverage focusing on the film's awards ambitions.
- 8Sesame Street Joins PBS Nature for Elephant Adventure●Sesame Street and the Great Elephant Adventure | PBS Nature | Full Episode
Sesame Street has teamed up with PBS Nature for a full-length episode, 'The Great Elephant Adventure', bringing the show's characters into a wildlife documentary setting focused on elephants. The crossover is drawing a large audience, with viewers praising the blend of children's entertainment and nature education.
- 9KDE Documentary Charts the Story of Free Software Underdogs●KDE: The Documentary – The Story of Free Software Underdogs
A new documentary titled 'KDE: The Documentary – The Story of Free Software Underdogs' is drawing attention among free and open-source software enthusiasts. It tells the story of the KDE community and its decades-long effort to build a free desktop environment, positioning the project as an underdog in a software world long dominated by proprietary platforms.
- 10Why Isn't Everyone Talking about HBO's Monsters of God?▼Why Isn’t Everyone Talking about HBO’s “Monsters of God”?
Animal welfare group Born Free USA is asking why HBO's documentary "Monsters of God" is not receiving wider attention. The programme examines, among other things, the impact of the exotic wildlife trade, a cause the organisation works on. The group argues the film deserves a much bigger audience and more public conversation.
- 11New Film Links Climate Crisis to Migration▼Can This Film Change Our Understanding of the Climate and Migration Crises?
A documentary film is being highlighted for its attempt to reshape how audiences understand the connection between the climate crisis and migration. The coverage asks whether the film can shift public perception of climate-driven displacement, a topic gaining urgency as extreme weather pushes more people from their homes. Discussion so far centers on the film's potential to reframe two crises usually treated separately.
- 12Bryan Bruce challenges economic myths ahead of New Zealand vote●https:// bryanbruce.substack.com/p/the- big-answer-economic-myths # nzpol # economy # myths # vote
New Zealand documentary maker Bryan Bruce has published a piece on his Substack tackling what he calls big economic myths, tying the topic to New Zealand politics and the upcoming vote. The post is being shared by users discussing NZ politics and the economy, with readers weighing in on which economic claims hold up and which do not.
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A full-length documentary episode examining the current state of the Black church is drawing large audiences, asking why these historically central institutions are facing declining attendance, aging congregations and questions about their future role in American civic life. The program explores how Black churches have shaped civil rights, politics and community support, and what their changing fortunes mean for Black communities today.
- 14Swedish dismemberment murder documentary arrives on Areena●# Katselusuositus : Areenalle on tullut ruotsalainen dokkarisarja Ruotsalainen paloittelusurma / Det svenska styckmordet
A Swedish true crime documentary series, 'Det svenska styckmordet' (The Swedish Dismemberment Murder), has been added to Finland's Yle Areena streaming service. Viewers are recommending it and describing it as an astonishing story about how lies allegedly led to a miscarriage of justice and lifelong suffering. Many had previously watched it on Sweden's SVT Play.
- 15New Official Documentary on Fethullah Gülen Draws Attention●GULEN: Devoted to Education & Dialogue | Official Documentary
An official documentary about Fethullah Gülen, titled 'Devoted to Education & Dialogue', is drawing large audiences online. The film presents Gülen's life through the lens of his work in education and interfaith dialogue, themes long associated with the Hizmet movement he inspired. Viewers are engaging heavily with the release, which has drawn hundreds of thousands of reactions.
- 16Elizabeth Holmes documentary accused of being misleading●The Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything” is deceiving
A new documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, titled "You Can See Everything", is drawing criticism for being deceptive in its portrayal of the fallen Theranos founder. Commenters argue the film misrepresents key facts about her fraud case, reigniting debate over how media covers Holmes and whether she is being portrayed too sympathetically.
- 17Nathan Fielder mania lifts The Dropout viewership by 186%●You Can See Everything mania lifts viewership for The Dropout by 186% https://www. theguardian.com/film/2026/oct/ 20/you
Viewership of The Dropout, the series starring Amanda Seyfried as disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, has surged by 186% amid growing 'You Can See Everything' mania linked to Nathan Fielder's work. Renewed interest in the Holmes story is driving audiences back to the dramatisation, with the boost reported in coverage of the cultural moment around the documentary-adjacent trend.
- 18Elizabeth Holmes documentary sparks surge in The Dropout viewership●You Can See Everything mania lifts viewership for The Dropout by 186% By Adrian Horton The hit Elizabeth Holmes document
A new Elizabeth Holmes documentary, You Can See Everything, has driven a 186% jump in viewership for The Dropout, Hulu's award-winning drama series about the Theranos founder. Interest has also risen in Bad Blood, John Carreyrou's 2018 book on the scandal, as audiences revisit the story of Holmes's rise and fraud conviction.
- 19New Elizabeth Holmes Documentary Told Through the Reporter Who Exposed Her●The Elizabeth Holmes Documentary, via the Eyes of the Reporter Who Exposed Her
The New York Times has published a feature on a new documentary about Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos fraud, framed through the perspective of the journalist whose reporting helped expose her. The piece revisits how the blood-testing startup's deception unraveled and reflects on what the story still says about Silicon Valley hype and accountability.
- 20National Geographic documentary on April 27 tornado outbreak●April 27 tornado outbreak focus of new National Geographic documentary
A new National Geographic documentary centers on the April 27 tornado outbreak, a devastating severe weather event that tore through the American South, with Alabama among the hardest-hit areas. Coverage from regional outlets notes the film revisits the outbreak's destruction and impact on affected communities, drawing renewed attention to one of the deadliest tornado days in US history.
- 21MBC's PD Note Examines AI and the End of Jobs●[PD Note] "The AI Dilemma Part 1 - The End of Jobs" - Aired October 13, 2026, at 10:20 PM
South Korean broadcaster MBC aired a new episode of its investigative program PD Note titled 'The AI Dilemma Part 1 - The End of Jobs' on October 13, 2026. The documentary explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping employment, framing the shift as the first part of a longer series. The episode has drawn well over a million likes, indicating strong public concern in South Korea about AI-driven job losses and what the future of work will look like.