Is It True That...

Why do massive inequalities exist despite a global economy that has produced the most wealth in human history?

If money can buy power and influence. Are the super rich undermining democracy?

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

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

This is the story of how a refugee taking a picture with Chancellor Angela Merkell morphed into a court case against Facebook

How did a Belgian cycle lane come to exist within Germany?

After the fall of the Berlin Wall, East Germans had to get used to a new way of consuming, working, and living. 

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

Did you know that the last war between France and Spain took place in the 1970s?

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.

As Berlin-based label Ostgut Ton turns 16, ARTE Concert celebrates in style

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

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

Europe is facing a tsunami of cocaine with the illegal drug being smuggled in via the Atlantic coasts of Spain and Portugal. 

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

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

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