From Cornwall to Space

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

Have you ever heard of space weather? It's not just for astronauts and also our affects lives on Earth. 

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

The community on the remote and unspoilt island of North Uist is divided over the building of a space port.

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.

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.

Many think that sport is a deeply human endeavour. But what happens when big data gets involved? 

French journalist Xavier de La Porte looks at how translation tools work and how they could change language.

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

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

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

42-year-old Armen Grigoryan is the youngest barber in the timeless atmosphere of the oldest barbershop in Armenia.

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

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

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

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

Is Rosalia the best thing that could have happened for Andalusian flamenco?

Straits across the world are crucial for global trade and provide strategic advantages for neighbouring countries.