Crazy Borders

From the frontiers of the Roman Empire to the European Schengen area, a fascinating trip through the origins of borders.

Since a romantic piano scene on Netflix became world-famous, a picturesque village has been overrun by visitors.

The British singer and guitarist performs live in an 18th-century European glassworks.

A journey north from Cape Town through one of South Africa’s most unspoilt and beautiful regions.

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

Major disasters throughout history have helped to lower inequality. Is this still the case today?

Did you know that the last war between France and Spain took place in the 1970s?

Why does a Russian region in the far east have Yiddish as an official language? 

Participative democracy existed in ancient Athens, but not everyone could take part. But did the Greeks really have the first democratic government?

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

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

Another day in paradise for heavy metal fans with Obscura, Anthrax, Septicflesh and more.

Behind the glitzy facade of the World Cup... there's a darker side to the world of football.

Our coverage continues for a second day with sets from Sepultura, Carach Angren, Rotting Christ, Malevolence and Sabaton.

Hellfest kicks off now! Day one of France's most famous heavy metal festival includes sets from Shelter and The Plot In You.

As the world heats up, cities around the world are responding to the challenges of climate change with fresh ideas.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

After 40 years of metalling, the legendary Brazilian metal band are calling it a day this year. But you can still watch their last show at Hellfest 2026