The Mechanics of Strength

An obsolete communication pylon in the middle of the Belgian countryside. Why is it worth its weight in gold?

After a four-year delay, the ESA hopes Ariane 6, which represents an enormous technical challenge, will take off without a hitch.

In only one year of operation, the James Webb Space Telescope has revolutionised the way the universe is observed.

The European Space Agency and NASA have both developed probes to deflect asteroids from their trajectories.

The European probe Euclid took off successfully on 1 July 2023. Its objective is ambitious: to attempt to solve the enigma of dark matter and above all dark energy, which make up 95% of the universe.

Nowadays it seems normal to rate a hairdresser, an Uber driver, or a hotel room. We take a closer look at online rating.

Nanoparticles have become a favourite topic for conspiracy theorists. But why?

Sophie, Pablo, Rosemary, Raphaël, and Marco are the ESA astronauts appointed through a lengthy selection process.

Athletes must play with energy, optimise it, transform it, and conserve it

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

Schumann, Prokofiev and Mozart are on the programme with pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja as soloist, conducted by Iván Fischer.

To speed up deportations, the EU is set to authorise detention centres beyond its borders.

A performance by pianist Yuja Wang as part of an exhibition devoted to David Hockney at Lightroom in London.

Was everything better in the past? Twist meets nostalgia enthusiasts to find out.

In the 17th century, many Dutch women painters excelled at depicting the natural world in their art.

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

Opened in 1932, the art deco cinema is a major venue for film premieres with its huge auditorium.

Inspired by 19th century Spain’s cigar makers, Humo pays tribute to these women in dance and song.

Cologne, Autumn 1944: In the bombed-out city, a small group of young people put up armed resistance against the Nazi regime