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In the travelling fairgrounds of India, one attraction still draws crowds with raw danger and adrenaline: the "Well of Death". Inside a wooden cylinder, stunt riders race along vertical walls, performing breathtaking feats inches from disaster. Among them is Rehana Khan, one of the country's few female stunt riders.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

In a futuristic Dutch greenhouse, plants ride conveyor belts instead of growing in fields — constantly scanned and turned into data. By exposing them to heat, drought, soil salinity and more, researchers track how they respond in real time. The goal: fast‑forward evolution and select crops fit for a warming planet, determining the food that ends up on our plates.

Archaeological treasures reveal much about the early Bavarians of southern Germany. Meanwhile people will probably leave mountains of synthetic textiles behind. Plus: mining and building on the moon.

Venice is a city unlike any other, so it's no surprise its cemetery is also unique. Located halfway between the city of Venice and the glassblowing island of Murano, Venetians find their final resting place on the cemetery island of San Michele.

In the travelling fairgrounds of India, one attraction still draws crowds with raw danger and adrenaline: the "Well of Death". Inside a wooden cylinder, stunt riders race along vertical walls, performing breathtaking feats inches from disaster. Among them is Rehana Khan, one of the country's few female stunt riders.

In the travelling fairgrounds of India, one attraction still draws crowds with raw danger and adrenaline: the "Well of Death". Inside a wooden cylinder, stunt riders race along vertical walls, performing breathtaking feats inches from disaster. Among them is Rehana Khan, one of the country's few female stunt riders.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

Archaeological treasures reveal much about the early Bavarians of southern Germany. Meanwhile people will probably leave mountains of synthetic textiles behind. Plus: mining and building on the moon.

People on the autism spectrum have dreams like many other people's: love, a career, friendships. But the path to achieving them is often strewn with challenges.

Cocaine and heroin are addictive. But smartphones, shopping, gaming and even work can also become compulsive. In Good Shape explores how everyday habits can spiral into addiction and what helps people regain control.

Community based homestays in Thailand. Jewelry forged from wartime bombs in Laos. Coral reef protection in Raja Ampat. Southeast Asia is reimagining travel as a force for good — ethical, sustainable, and meaningful. This is what responsible exploration looks like.

Germany is one of the most important destination countries for counterfeit goods in Europe. The trade in counterfeit goods is booming—especially in clothing and accessories. But most dangerous of all are counterfeit medications.

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.

Nimeksha Siddi is 18 years old and India's sprinting hope for the 2028 Olympics. Nimeksha belongs to the Siddi ethnic group, whose daily lives are marked by racism and exclusion.

Community based homestays in Thailand. Jewelry forged from wartime bombs in Laos. Coral reef protection in Raja Ampat. Southeast Asia is reimagining travel as a force for good — ethical, sustainable, and meaningful. This is what responsible exploration looks like.

Back in Germany: How does it feel returning to the place your ancestors once left behind? We join a group of US Americans on a journey through East Frisia. They discover the region their families emigrated from generations ago. As well as meeting living members of their ancestral families, the Americans also visit the German Emigration Center in Bremerhaven.

To what extent do German hospitals rely on foreign healthcare professionals? This film looks at expert opinions and the personal experiences of doctors from abroad, to highlight the structural challenges facing the German hospital system.

At "Travel Through Africa” in Lilongwe, Malawi, we explore how creativity can open doors. From film and sport to art and food, Africans are making culture, opportunity and experiences more accessible to all.

Could sound bring dead coral reefs back to life? South Africa is fighting water shortages with nature. And China is turning to robots to help care for its aging population.

Germany is one of the most important destination countries for counterfeit goods in Europe. The trade in counterfeit goods is booming—especially in clothing and accessories. But most dangerous of all are counterfeit medications.

Archaeological treasures reveal much about the early Bavarians of southern Germany. Meanwhile people will probably leave mountains of synthetic textiles behind. Plus: mining and building on the moon.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

Cocaine and heroin are addictive. But smartphones, shopping, gaming and even work can also become compulsive. In Good Shape explores how everyday habits can spiral into addiction and what helps people regain control.

Community based homestays in Thailand. Jewelry forged from wartime bombs in Laos. Coral reef protection in Raja Ampat. Southeast Asia is reimagining travel as a force for good — ethical, sustainable, and meaningful. This is what responsible exploration looks like.

To what extent do German hospitals rely on foreign healthcare professionals? This film looks at expert opinions and the personal experiences of doctors from abroad, to highlight the structural challenges facing the German hospital system.

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.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

Germany is one of the most important destination countries for counterfeit goods in Europe. The trade in counterfeit goods is booming—especially in clothing and accessories. But most dangerous of all are counterfeit medications.

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.

Community based homestays in Thailand. Jewelry forged from wartime bombs in Laos. Coral reef protection in Raja Ampat. Southeast Asia is reimagining travel as a force for good — ethical, sustainable, and meaningful. This is what responsible exploration looks like.

Venice is a city unlike any other, so it's no surprise its cemetery is also unique. Located halfway between the city of Venice and the glassblowing island of Murano, Venetians find their final resting place on the cemetery island of San Michele.

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.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

Community based homestays in Thailand. Jewelry forged from wartime bombs in Laos. Coral reef protection in Raja Ampat. Southeast Asia is reimagining travel as a force for good — ethical, sustainable, and meaningful. This is what responsible exploration looks like.

People on the autism spectrum have dreams like many other people's: love, a career, friendships. But the path to achieving them is often strewn with challenges.

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.

From loss to twin motherhood. From rural roots to boardrooms. In this inspiring episode, powerhouse speaker and mother of twins Sibulele Sibaca-Nomnganga joins Nozibele to unpack what it truly means to overcome the odds. She opens up about navigating miscarriage, fertility treatment, societal pressure, and the choice to tell her Story.

In the travelling fairgrounds of India, one attraction still draws crowds with raw danger and adrenaline: the "Well of Death". Inside a wooden cylinder, stunt riders race along vertical walls, performing breathtaking feats inches from disaster. Among them is Rehana Khan, one of the country's few female stunt riders.

At "Travel Through Africa” in Lilongwe, Malawi, we explore how creativity can open doors. From film and sport to art and food, Africans are making culture, opportunity and experiences more accessible to all.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

Nimeksha Siddi is 18 years old and India's sprinting hope for the 2028 Olympics. Nimeksha belongs to the Siddi ethnic group, whose daily lives are marked by racism and exclusion.

Community based homestays in Thailand. Jewelry forged from wartime bombs in Laos. Coral reef protection in Raja Ampat. Southeast Asia is reimagining travel as a force for good — ethical, sustainable, and meaningful. This is what responsible exploration looks like.

Archaeological treasures reveal much about the early Bavarians of southern Germany. Meanwhile people will probably leave mountains of synthetic textiles behind. Plus: mining and building on the moon.

At "Travel Through Africa” in Lilongwe, Malawi, we explore how creativity can open doors. From film and sport to art and food, Africans are making culture, opportunity and experiences more accessible to all.

From loss to twin motherhood. From rural roots to boardrooms. In this inspiring episode, powerhouse speaker and mother of twins Sibulele Sibaca-Nomnganga joins Nozibele to unpack what it truly means to overcome the odds. She opens up about navigating miscarriage, fertility treatment, societal pressure, and the choice to tell her Story.

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.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

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.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

From loss to twin motherhood. From rural roots to boardrooms. In this inspiring episode, powerhouse speaker and mother of twins Sibulele Sibaca-Nomnganga joins Nozibele to unpack what it truly means to overcome the odds. She opens up about navigating miscarriage, fertility treatment, societal pressure, and the choice to tell her Story.

Cocaine and heroin are addictive. But smartphones, shopping, gaming and even work can also become compulsive. In Good Shape explores how everyday habits can spiral into addiction and what helps people regain control.

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.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

Archaeological treasures reveal much about the early Bavarians of southern Germany. Meanwhile people will probably leave mountains of synthetic textiles behind. Plus: mining and building on the moon.

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.

To what extent do German hospitals rely on foreign healthcare professionals? This film looks at expert opinions and the personal experiences of doctors from abroad, to highlight the structural challenges facing the German hospital system.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

From loss to twin motherhood. From rural roots to boardrooms. In this inspiring episode, powerhouse speaker and mother of twins Sibulele Sibaca-Nomnganga joins Nozibele to unpack what it truly means to overcome the odds. She opens up about navigating miscarriage, fertility treatment, societal pressure, and the choice to tell her Story.

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.

Nimeksha Siddi is 18 years old and India's sprinting hope for the 2028 Olympics. Nimeksha belongs to the Siddi ethnic group, whose daily lives are marked by racism and exclusion.

Venice is a city unlike any other, so it's no surprise its cemetery is also unique. Located halfway between the city of Venice and the glassblowing island of Murano, Venetians find their final resting place on the cemetery island of San Michele.

The Dip is a weekly business and economics podcast from Deutsche Welle that connects the dots on global money, power, and geopolitical consequences. Hosted by DW, the show delves into major issues like Europe's digital sovereignty, critical supply chains, and the shift in the continent's industrial and defense sectors.

To what extent do German hospitals rely on foreign healthcare professionals? This film looks at expert opinions and the personal experiences of doctors from abroad, to highlight the structural challenges facing the German hospital system.

Nimeksha Siddi is 18 years old and India's sprinting hope for the 2028 Olympics. Nimeksha belongs to the Siddi ethnic group, whose daily lives are marked by racism and exclusion.

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country's cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visitors. But tourism brings its own problems.

Many parts of the Global North are facing unprecedented heat waves. And their buildings were not designed for this heat. Can countries retrofit existing homes for a warming world - without turning every apartment into an air-conditioned box?

The Dip is a weekly business and economics podcast from Deutsche Welle that connects the dots on global money, power, and geopolitical consequences. Hosted by DW, the show delves into major issues like Europe's digital sovereignty, critical supply chains, and the shift in the continent's industrial and defense sectors.

Many parts of the Global North are facing unprecedented heat waves. And their buildings were not designed for this heat. Can countries retrofit existing homes for a warming world - without turning every apartment into an air-conditioned box?

From loss to twin motherhood. From rural roots to boardrooms. In this inspiring episode, powerhouse speaker and mother of twins Sibulele Sibaca-Nomnganga joins Nozibele to unpack what it truly means to overcome the odds. She opens up about navigating miscarriage, fertility treatment, societal pressure, and the choice to tell her Story.

Nimeksha Siddi is 18 years old and India's sprinting hope for the 2028 Olympics. Nimeksha belongs to the Siddi ethnic group, whose daily lives are marked by racism and exclusion.

The Dip is a weekly business and economics podcast from Deutsche Welle that connects the dots on global money, power, and geopolitical consequences. Hosted by DW, the show delves into major issues like Europe's digital sovereignty, critical supply chains, and the shift in the continent's industrial and defense sectors.

Many parts of the Global North are facing unprecedented heat waves. And their buildings were not designed for this heat. Can countries retrofit existing homes for a warming world - without turning every apartment into an air-conditioned box?

A mobile museum in Uganda is teaching children about medicinal plants and how to preserve them. And: how Tunisian fishermen are tackling ghost gear in the Djerba lagoon.

People on the autism spectrum have dreams like many other people's: love, a career, friendships. But the path to achieving them is often strewn with challenges.

Brazil has made it quicker and cheaper to get a driver's license, but at the cost of safety? We find out in Rio. Plus: a mechanic who converts motorbikes in Mali, and the human cost of quick commerce in India.

Many parts of the Global North are facing unprecedented heat waves. And their buildings were not designed for this heat. Can countries retrofit existing homes for a warming world - without turning every apartment into an air-conditioned box?

People on the autism spectrum have dreams like many other people's: love, a career, friendships. But the path to achieving them is often strewn with challenges.

The Dip is a weekly business and economics podcast from Deutsche Welle that connects the dots on global money, power, and geopolitical consequences. Hosted by DW, the show delves into major issues like Europe's digital sovereignty, critical supply chains, and the shift in the continent's industrial and defense sectors.

Many parts of the Global North are facing unprecedented heat waves. And their buildings were not designed for this heat. Can countries retrofit existing homes for a warming world - without turning every apartment into an air-conditioned box?

Francis of Assisi: a saint who started out as a rich kid. Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan plays with our collective nightmares. And how did cats go from desert strays to internet stars?

Nimeksha Siddi is 18 years old and India's sprinting hope for the 2028 Olympics. Nimeksha belongs to the Siddi ethnic group, whose daily lives are marked by racism and exclusion.

A mobile museum in Uganda is teaching children about medicinal plants and how to preserve them. And: how Tunisian fishermen are tackling ghost gear in the Djerba lagoon.

People on the autism spectrum have dreams like many other people's: love, a career, friendships. But the path to achieving them is often strewn with challenges.

Archaeological treasures reveal much about the early Bavarians of southern Germany. Meanwhile people will probably leave mountains of synthetic textiles behind. Plus: mining and building on the moon.

Cocaine and heroin are addictive. But smartphones, shopping, gaming and even work can also become compulsive. In Good Shape explores how everyday habits can spiral into addiction and what helps people regain control.

AI can help write books, predict bestsellers and recommend your next great read. But as AI enters publishing, criticism of it is on the rise — over copyright, creativity and lost jobs.

In the Netherlands, a major carbon capture and storage project aims to trap millions of tons of CO₂ from fertilizer production and lock it deep underground. Supporters say projects like this could help keep European industry competitive while cutting emissions. Critics argue CCS is expensive, unproven at scale, and risks delaying the transition away from fossil fuels.

With temperatures and flooding risks rising, finding good housing is getting even tougher. We visit Chennai, Delhi and Berlin to see what the answers to these climate change challenges might be.