Crazy Borders

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

One of the oldest conflicts in the world has flared up again since 2020: the conflict between the Sahrawi People's Liberation Army (SPLA) and Morocco.

 Artists Satch Hoyt and Juan Covelli challenge colonial narratives and spark debate about the restitution of cultural artefacts.

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

Chinese influencers are convincing people from across the country to colonise Xinjiang.

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

This vertical slum was a hotbed of crime, but also full of factories, cheap shops and a strong community.

A technical feat and the pride of Ukraine, this is the story of a giant of aviation history, the Antonov AN-225 Mriya.

When Italy capitulated in 1943, some soldiers from the German Wehrmacht also changed sides and joined the Italians.

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

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

Political pressure and dwindling public funding mean that Europe’s museums are struggling to stay afloat.

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

Naturism has a long history in Germany and in the UK. but fewer young people are taking up the lifestyle. 

The UN is in crisis as its Special Rapporteur accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza. Will Palestine be its downfall?

How can you feed yourself self-sufficiently in the desert? An ancient superfood could hold the answer.

Discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community is on the rise across Europe, despite stronger equal rights laws.

How can we age well? Ronja von Rönne trys to find out by talking to chimney sweep Norbert Skrobek, who is close to retirement and Monika Gutte who defies age with a zest for life

Colombia is blighted by ultra-violent street gangs with children as young as ten years old being recruited to sell drugs, steal, intimidate and kill.