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Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

In this week's show, we are at the carnival of cultures in Berlin. And from Berlin to Cape Town to Lagos, we look at how dance and music are connecting cultures across the world.

The Peruvian Altiplano is one of the most extreme habitats in the world. Located over 4,000 meters above sea level, the region attracts millions of visitors - and pushes many of them to their physical limits.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

In Kishangarh, India, tourists flock to vast marble dumps despite hazardous dust pollution. Germany is deeply divided over the return of wolves. And off Brazil's coast, descendants search for a long-lost slave ship.

A video diary from the frontline trenches: Ukrainian commander and cameraman Dmytro Dokunov can't save his comrades. Can he free himself from the horror of the Russian attack on Ukraine?

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

High-speed X-rays let researchers see exactly what happens during a collision. Also on the show: plastic-eating worms, a sailboat for ocean research, and why women in soccer run farther and play harder than men.

Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they're making life difficult for fishermen.

Mouth ulcers, gum disease, cavities — even the tongue — can provide warnings of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Learn what your mouth says about health.

Reduce, reuse and recycle — to live a waste free life is the goal of more and more 
people around the world. But where to start? HER introduces women with creative and innovative ideas on how to consume less and recycle more. And sometimes it's
also, about showing that even waste can be turned into something wonderful.

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

The Peruvian Altiplano is one of the most extreme habitats in the world. Located over 4,000 meters above sea level, the region attracts millions of visitors - and pushes many of them to their physical limits.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they're making life difficult for fishermen.

A video diary from the frontline trenches: Ukrainian commander and cameraman Dmytro Dokunov can't save his comrades. Can he free himself from the horror of the Russian attack on Ukraine?

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Reduce, reuse and recycle — to live a waste free life is the goal of more and more 
people around the world. But where to start? HER introduces women with creative and innovative ideas on how to consume less and recycle more. And sometimes it's
also, about showing that even waste can be turned into something wonderful.

Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

What do young Chinese people dream of? What hopes and goals do they have? Do the grandchildren of the "rising generation” still believe in progress through work, and prosperity for all? Or do they have different values?

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

In this week's show, we are at the carnival of cultures in Berlin. And from Berlin to Cape Town to Lagos, we look at how dance and music are connecting cultures across the world.

Coal dust poses a health risk to people in India's mining regions. Local women are taking it on. The economic impact of extreme weather. And: Alpine olives!

US carmakers pivot back to combustion engines under Donald Trump, while China pulls ahead in electric mobility. A strategic misstep? And: electric ferries in Lagos, transport woes in Karachi and German firms in Serbia.

Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they're making life difficult for fishermen.

Reduce, reuse and recycle — to live a waste free life is the goal of more and more 
people around the world. But where to start? HER introduces women with creative and innovative ideas on how to consume less and recycle more. And sometimes it's
also, about showing that even waste can be turned into something wonderful.

The construction of the Ilisu Dam in Turkey flooded priceless cultural monuments. These included the city of Hasankeyf, in the south-east of the country. The last inhabitants had to watch as their centuries-old culture disappeared.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

Imagine arriving in a new country and having an AI guide, translator, and trip planner in your pocket. That future is already here! We'll show you useful travel apps, explain what AI can already do and show you robotics innovations happening in the travel industry. But: as travel becomes easier than ever, are we losing what made it meaningful in the first place?

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

US carmakers pivot back to combustion engines under Donald Trump, while China pulls ahead in electric mobility. A strategic misstep? And: electric ferries in Lagos, transport woes in Karachi and German firms in Serbia.

Octopus is considered a delicacy - grilled, boiled, or fried. But rising demand has consequences, and in several regions of Europe, this intelligent cephalopod is already considered overfished.

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

Reduce, reuse and recycle — to live a waste free life is the goal of more and more 
people around the world. But where to start? HER introduces women with creative and innovative ideas on how to consume less and recycle more. And sometimes it's
also, about showing that even waste can be turned into something wonderful.

High-speed X-rays let researchers see exactly what happens during a collision. Also on the show: plastic-eating worms, a sailboat for ocean research, and why women in soccer run farther and play harder than men.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

US carmakers pivot back to combustion engines under Donald Trump, while China pulls ahead in electric mobility. A strategic misstep? And: electric ferries in Lagos, transport woes in Karachi and German firms in Serbia.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they're making life difficult for fishermen.

Coal dust poses a health risk to people in India's mining regions. Local women are taking it on. The economic impact of extreme weather. And: Alpine olives!

Mouth ulcers, gum disease, cavities — even the tongue — can provide warnings of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Learn what your mouth says about health.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they're making life difficult for fishermen.

High-speed X-rays let researchers see exactly what happens during a collision. Also on the show: plastic-eating worms, a sailboat for ocean research, and why women in soccer run farther and play harder than men.

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

Digital technology unlocks new ways to explore history through VR, AR and games — but social media can oversimplify or distort facts.

In a flood-prone Kampala suburb, singer-songwriter Green Daddy is teaching the next generation to fight climate change. Plus: The cyclist with a vision for Africa's cities.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

The Peruvian Altiplano is one of the most extreme habitats in the world. Located over 4,000 meters above sea level, the region attracts millions of visitors - and pushes many of them to their physical limits.

Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they're making life difficult for fishermen.

Our deep dive format explains the stories that matter - with clarity, context and journalistic rigor. Each segment goes beyond the headlines to uncover what's driving key developments around the world, featuring sharp analysis, expert voices and exclusive on the ground insights from where events are unfolding.

Octopus is considered a delicacy - grilled, boiled, or fried. But rising demand has consequences, and in several regions of Europe, this intelligent cephalopod is already considered overfished.

After suffering two sudden cardiac deaths and a number of severe health complications, 32-year-old Tamara Schwab's life was saved by a heart transplant. She's now vowed not to waste a single minute of her second stint at life and is pushing herself to the limit to compete in the World Transplant Games. But can her body take it?

What do young Chinese people dream of? What hopes and goals do they have? Do the grandchildren of the "rising generation” still believe in progress through work, and prosperity for all? Or do they have different values?

In a flood-prone Kampala suburb, singer-songwriter Green Daddy is teaching the next generation to fight climate change. Plus: The cyclist with a vision for Africa's cities.

The Peruvian Altiplano is one of the most extreme habitats in the world. Located over 4,000 meters above sea level, the region attracts millions of visitors - and pushes many of them to their physical limits.

In this week's show, we are at the carnival of cultures in Berlin. And from Berlin to Cape Town to Lagos, we look at how dance and music are connecting cultures across the world.

Octopus is considered a delicacy - grilled, boiled, or fried. But rising demand has consequences, and in several regions of Europe, this intelligent cephalopod is already considered overfished.