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? 

Once a month the European Parliament moves from Brussels to Strasbourg for four days, a practice which many are against.

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

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

In Brussels, the Commission is hoping for a fresh start in relations with Hungary.

The Cantoría performs Tomás Luis de Victoria's Tenebræ Responsoria in the Basilica of San Miguel.

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

Hundreds invested their savings into Swiss gold and were disappointed. Were did the gold go?

A look back at the Jeffrey Epstein's life and how the Epstein Files are exposing corruption at the highest level.

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.  

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

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?

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

In Romania, the Social Democrats joined forces with the far right to bring down the pro-European government. Elsewhere, certain mainstream parties are considering deals, or already cooperating, with parties seen as "radical".

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

Lyon’s Nuit Sonores festival welcomes two living legends of Detroit techno.

A new generation of young people from urban areas is taking on the difficult job of producing food for the nation.