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? 

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

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

Despite social pressure, many couples in France are opting not to have children.

Since Uganda passed extremely severe laws persecuting gay people, attacks on the LGBT+ community have skyrocketed.

How does hope emerge? And what form does it take in art?

Icelanders have voted against resuming talks on EU membership. A blow to Brussels or just a bump in the road?

All around Europe, school children are using AI. But is this a good idea? And does it limit young people’s ability to learn?

Across Europe, the far right is embedding itself into politics and daily life, but remains fundamentally violent and racist. 

The son of a merchant who gave up his riches, Francis of Assisi made poverty an ideal and turned the religious conventions of his time on their head.

Marking the opening of the 60th edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival, RAYE invites a host of international pop stars to join her on stage for an evening of music.

In the most infamous district of Tokyo, the outcast youth of Japan come together at night.

Symbols of eroticism, fertility, power or protection, our society is obsessed with breasts. 

This documentary showcases the best of France’s mythic holiday region, going beyond the glamour and clichés. 

Studies show that an increasing number of young people are being diagnosed with certain types of cancer

Billie visits her parents’ country for the first time. Can she uncover her family’s secrets before she has to flee?

Some couples can spend a fortune on their wedding. Why is this public display of love so important? 

Tracks East takes the pulse of a divided society at election time.