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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.

Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current system that brings warm water to Europe is weakening. Also: rising puma numbers cause conflict in Patagonia, and Bulgaria's legendary teacher fosters world-class physicists.

Afro-Caribbean sailor Lionel Romney survived eleven months in a concentration camp. His story illustrates how Black people were systematically persecuted under the Nazi regime.

Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current system that brings warm water to Europe is weakening. Also: rising puma numbers cause conflict in Patagonia, and Bulgaria's legendary teacher fosters world-class physicists.

Afro-Caribbean sailor Lionel Romney survived eleven months in a concentration camp. His story illustrates how Black people were systematically persecuted under the Nazi regime.

Where does knee pain come from? Can hip dysplasia be treated? Which exercises are gentle on the joints? Our special edition on joint pain and prevention.

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.

Planting more trees is often seen as a simple solution to problems like climate change and species loss. But how effective is this practice really?

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.

Every year, the Italian town of Viterbo honors its patron saint, Santa Rosa, with a unique procession. A 30-metre-high sculpture has traditionally been carried through the town by more than 100 men. Now, women are challenging that exclusionary custom.

Before the Taliban's return, a brief hope was ignited. Could Afghanistan become a more just country? A group of Afghan women sat at the negotiating table. But after the Taliban took power in 2021, those dreams were dashed.

Planting more trees is often seen as a simple solution to problems like climate change and species loss. But how effective is this practice really?