Mapping the World Essentials

A highly charged debate is ongoing in Latvia on the withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention, aimed at preventing violence against women.

Qatar has long relied on football to increase its prestige, from buying French club Paris-Saint-Germain to sponsoring Barcelona. With TV rights selling for astronomical amounts, football is much more than just a sport.

Formerly a fear leader in the civil war, now Ahmed Al Charaa is a respected head of state.

As the world heats up, cities around the world are responding to the challenges of climate change with fresh ideas.

Drones are reshaping modern warfare in conflicts around the world.

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

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

In 2016, he was one of the main supporters of Brexit. Today, his credo is the fight against immigration.

Libya is split in two: In the west is the internationally-recognised government while the east is held by the self-proclaimed Libyan National Army.

Filling your ears with sound are: Black Veil Brides, Buzzcocks, Rise Against, Agnostic Front, The Hives et The Adicts

Another day in paradise for heavy metal fans with Obscura, Anthrax, Septicflesh and more.

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

Our coverage continues for a second day with sets from Sepultura, Carach Angren, Rotting Christ, Malevolence and Sabaton.

Hellfest kicks off now! Day one of France's most famous heavy metal festival includes sets from Shelter and The Plot In You.

Behind the glitzy facade of the World Cup... there's a darker side to the world of football.

Was everything better in the past? Twist meets nostalgia enthusiasts to find out.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Schumann, Prokofiev and Mozart are on the programme with pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja as soloist, conducted by Iván Fischer.

As the world heats up, cities around the world are responding to the challenges of climate change with fresh ideas.