Is It True That...

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

A Peruvian farmer is suing the German energy giant RWE for its carbon emissions in what is a landmark case. 

Already a superstar across Africa, Dobet Gnahoré is now the ambassador for Afro-pop on the international scene.

 Twist meets the singular people who dive into dange,r be they artists, scientists, climbers or photojournalists.

Can beauty make us happier? And what is the real power of beauty? A philosophical exploration hosted by Ronja von Rönne.

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?

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

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

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.  

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

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

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.

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

Together with Panama and Suriname, Bhutan is one of only three countries in the world with a negative carbon footprint.

Rock icon Kim Gordon unleashes the unbridled energy of her brand new album Play Meat at the Trianon in Paris .