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Hong Kong: Metropolis by the Sea | Investigate Asia Discover Hong Kong's "fragrant harbour" where ancient traditions meet modern metropolis. From the rare eagle wood trees that once perfumed Taoist ceremonies to today's densely populated urban landscape, witness fascinating contrasts between city and nature. Experience the iconic Star Ferries that have connected Kowloon and central Hong Kong for 125 years, still sporting British Racing Green paint and colonial uniforms. Experience stunning urban visuals and cultural insights from one of the world's most unique harbor cities. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Welcome to Investigate Asia - Explore the diverse landscapes of Asia through in-depth documentaries that delve into the region's politics, economy, culture, and history. From ancient traditions to modern innovations, our content offers a unique perspective on the forces shaping Asia today. Join us on a journey to better understand one of the world’s most dynamic and influential regions. Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious about global affairs, this channel is your gateway to discovering Asia.

Mumbai: The Infernal Megapolis | Investigate Asia It’s one of the most populous cities on the planet with 22 million inhabitants, predicted to increase to 30 million by 2035. Nicknamed ‘the infernal Metropolis’, Mumbai is a city in perpetual development. But with millions of people living in slums located on valuable real estate, how can city planners balance the competing needs of the population? In Dharavi, the largest slum in Asia, over one million people are packed into the 2 km. slum. But although its residents are poor, there’s a real dynamism. Mahesh, 27, was born and lives in this slum and would never leave it. He runs a recycling plant and employs around 20 people. Dharavi’s underground economy is thought to generate 800 million euros per year. But it also lies on prime real estate in the very centre of Mumbai so its future is in doubt. Every day, new towers of glass or concrete emerge from the earth. With the support of the municipality, real estate tycoon, Babulal Varma, razes slums to build luxury apartments for the upper

Habitats of the World: The Sacred City on the Edge of Decay | Investigate Asia Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, is a place where life and death coexist daily. Narrow, winding streets are packed with homes, temples, and shrines, many of them centuries old and slowly crumbling under the weight of time. Along the ghats of the sacred Ganges River, families perform daily rituals while the city’s residents navigate the challenges of modern life in a place steeped in ancient tradition. This episode explores the resilience of the people who live here, the intimate connections between the city’s spiritual and physical landscapes, and the delicate balance between devotion and survival. From floating funeral pyres to crowded markets, from centuries-old temples to tiny riverside homes, Varanasi is a city where every corner tells a story of endurance, faith, and the human spirit. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Welcome to Investigate Asia - Explore the diverse landscapes of Asia through in-depth documentaries that delve into the region's politics, economy, culture, and history. From ancient traditions to modern innovations, our content

The Megacity of Micro Homes | Habitats of the World: Tokyo | Investigate Asia Tokyo, a city rebuilt from scratch twice in the 20th century, is a place of striking contrasts: colossal urban sprawl interspersed with ingenious micro homes. Faced with extreme population density and limited space, many residents have embraced "micro-architecture" to create intimate living spaces in this vast metropolis. In Shibuya, a family lives in a 3-meter-wide, three-story home ingeniously nestled between a parking lot and a building. This 89-square-meter house offers tranquility amidst Tokyo’s hustle and bustle. Elsewhere, a young woman describes how her family’s 60-square-meter home necessitates carrying out some daily activities, like reading, outside—a lifestyle epitomized by Tokyo’s vibrant manga cafés. Architect Manabu Maya showcases the possibilities of micro-living, presenting one of Tokyo’s smallest houses at just 16 square meters. These homes, scattered throughout the city, redefine the urban landscape with creativity and playfulness, offering a human-scale counterpoint to Tokyo's towering standardization. The city is enormous and chaotic, yet Tokyo’s micro homes reveal how people reclaim space to create intimate, livable environments in one of

At Missouri’s Crossroads Correctional Facility, Piers Morgan comes face to face with Lorenzo Gilyard—the Kansas City Strangler, and sets out to discover what drove this soft-spoken, seemingly ordinary man to kill multiple times over seventeen years. Serial Killer With Piers Morgan | S1E02 Documentary Central is the home for compelling documentaries tackling subjects like history, climate change, wildlife, conspiracy and more.