Gymnastics

When did we start applauding? At the theatre, after speeches or at a football match, people all over the world clap to show their approval. What does this curious human behaviour mean?

Ancient Greek statues are white, pure and classical, just like the marble they are carved from. False. These statues were painted in fabulous bright colours. Archaeologists and art academics have known this for centuries so why does the white myth endure?

The Hradec Králové Philharmonic performs music by Brahms and Dvořák, conducted by Stanislav Vavřínek.

A musical journey through some of the most iconic works by the genius from Salzburg.

The French National Orchestra, conducted by musical director Cristian Macelaru, performs French repertoire from Berlioz to Offenbach in a festive concert.

The Orchestre de la Suisse romande and Zofia Kiniorska put women composers in the spotlight.

Leonard Bernstein and George Gershwin celebrated by the Orchestre national de France and pianist Lise de la Salle.

Under the musical direction of Daniele Rustioni, soprano Ermonela Jaho brings Puccini's Japanese tragedy to life.

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

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.  

Dancing to the machine: Welcome to the algorave where live coding supplies the beats. 

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

How can we navigate the highs and lows of city life and lead a happy existence in the metropolis?

Two years after her triumph at the La Maestra conducting competition, Bar Avni is back on the podium in Paris.

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

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

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

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