Mapping the World

Why do so many world maps place Europe at the centre? Why not Australia? And why is the north always at the top? 

Climate disasters, global inequalities, the threat of a third world war... Could we solve humanity's problems with world government?

Washington is waging a brutal campaign against South Africa, cutting much-needed aid and denouncing ‘white genocide’ in the rainbow nation.

Since Elizabeth II passed away, and Charles III took the throne in 2022,  more British people are questioning the legitimacy of the Monarchy

The US and Israel’s war is inevitably also Europe’s war. But Europe is divided on how to act.

Citizens of North Korea trying to flee the country risk their lives as China hunts them down.

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

Hybrid warfare and new technologies are putting intelligence services under serious pressure worldwide.

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

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.

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

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

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

Jazz pianist Brad Mehldau and the Frankfurt Radio Big Band perform at Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie.

A performance of Khatchaturian’s virtuosic violin concerto and Stravinsky’s ground-breaking The Rite of Spring.

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

Hybrid warfare and new technologies are putting intelligence services under serious pressure worldwide.

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