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How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

"Journey to the Center of the Earth” has lost none of its fascination to this day. In Jules Verne's fantastic novel, people set off on a scientific expedition to the center of the earth in 1863.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

Aspiring popstar Mutlu Kaya narrowly escapes an attempt on her life. Despite life-changing injuries, Mutlu goes in search of justice -- and reclaims her voice as a singer.

What we owe to the prehuman Lucy / Why archaeology is more than adventure and treasure hunts / How we determine the age of ancient bones / Why our galaxy is called the Milky Way / The FCC: plans for a gigantic new particle accelerator.

"Journey to the Center of the Earth” has lost none of its fascination to this day. In Jules Verne's fantastic novel, people set off on a scientific expedition to the center of the earth in 1863.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

This time, host Seitebatso Khomari meets with His Royal Highness Prince Seeiso Bereng at The Oxenhill in Lesotho. Plus, why you should try snake meat, why in Ghana they dance in schools and adaptive fashion from Malawi.

"Journey to the Center of the Earth” has lost none of its fascination to this day. In Jules Verne's fantastic novel, people set off on a scientific expedition to the center of the earth in 1863.

Gernot Grömer believes the first human to set foot on Mars has already been born. The astrophysicist thinks this journey should be possible within 20 to 30 years. His ‘analog missions' are designed to simulate a stay on the red planet.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

Rats are seen as transmitters of disease and are hated in the West. But to this day, we don't know very much about this feared animal. Science is only just beginning to properly delve into the world of rats and "rehabilitate" their image.

Is the Lamborghini Revuelto worth its price of over €500,000? We find out. Dubai is a paradise for well-heeled buyers of rare supercars. And a company in Bavaria has started making quiet, clean e-tractors for farms.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

Rats are seen as transmitters of disease and are hated in the West. But to this day, we don't know very much about this feared animal. Science is only just beginning to properly delve into the world of rats and "rehabilitate" their image.

From making Delhi more walkable and Germany's north coast more robust to mangrove restoration and integrated farming: Eco India looks at protecting ourselves and the planet.

Gernot Grömer believes the first human to set foot on Mars has already been born. The astrophysicist thinks this journey should be possible within 20 to 30 years. His ‘analog missions' are designed to simulate a stay on the red planet.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

What we owe to the prehuman Lucy / Why archaeology is more than adventure and treasure hunts / How we determine the age of ancient bones / Why our galaxy is called the Milky Way / The FCC: plans for a gigantic new particle accelerator.

Too much fat in our body and diet is bad for us. But a certain amount of body fat is essential; and particular plant-based oils have real health-boosting properties. In Good Shape checks out what's what when it comes to fat!

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

From making Delhi more walkable and Germany's north coast more robust to mangrove restoration and integrated farming: Eco India looks at protecting ourselves and the planet.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

Is the Lamborghini Revuelto worth its price of over €500,000? We find out. Dubai is a paradise for well-heeled buyers of rare supercars. And a company in Bavaria has started making quiet, clean e-tractors for farms.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

From making Delhi more walkable and Germany's north coast more robust to mangrove restoration and integrated farming: Eco India looks at protecting ourselves and the planet.

What we owe to the prehuman Lucy / Why archaeology is more than adventure and treasure hunts / How we determine the age of ancient bones / Why our galaxy is called the Milky Way / The FCC: plans for a gigantic new particle accelerator.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

Bhutan is famous as the ‘land of happiness' in the Himalayas. But little is known about the country's subtropical South. This film explores the little-known region, where people live according to ancient traditions and maintain close-knit communities.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.

Bhutan is famous as the ‘land of happiness' in the Himalayas. But little is known about the country's subtropical South. This film explores the little-known region, where people live according to ancient traditions and maintain close-knit communities.

Too much fat in our body and diet is bad for us. But a certain amount of body fat is essential; and particular plant-based oils have real health-boosting properties. In Good Shape checks out what's what when it comes to fat!

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

From making Delhi more walkable and Germany's north coast more robust to mangrove restoration and integrated farming: Eco India looks at protecting ourselves and the planet.

Rats are seen as transmitters of disease and are hated in the West. But to this day, we don't know very much about this feared animal. Science is only just beginning to properly delve into the world of rats and "rehabilitate" their image.

The weekly half-hour program delivers in-depth reporting on topical political issues and newsworthy events. Revealing the story behind the stories, "Close up" is informative, gripping and visually powerful.

"Journey to the Center of the Earth” has lost none of its fascination to this day. In Jules Verne's fantastic novel, people set off on a scientific expedition to the center of the earth in 1863.

How sand and ceramic filters could help clean up drinking water in Cameroon; curing livestock with indigenous medicines in Ghana and unclogging drains to beat flash floods in Nigeria.