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What if the ultimate rebel wasn't a rockstar, influencer, or billionaire, but a monk who lived 800 years ago? Francis of Assisi had it all: money, friends, status, and a future full of privilege. Then he walked away from everything. He renounced wealth, questioned power, stood up for nature, crossed religious divides, and searched for a different kind of happiness.

Could Germany become a hotspot for the global markets of the future? Young startup founders are using cutting-edge innovations to tackle tomorrow's biggest challenges. They're not just dreaming about the future — they're building it.

What if the ultimate rebel wasn't a rockstar, influencer, or billionaire, but a monk who lived 800 years ago? Francis of Assisi had it all: money, friends, status, and a future full of privilege. Then he walked away from everything. He renounced wealth, questioned power, stood up for nature, crossed religious divides, and searched for a different kind of happiness.

West Africa now accounts for 30% of all cybercrimes in Africa, costing victims billions globally. We explore the world of internet fraudsters known in Nigeria as "Yahoo boys" and in Ghana as "Sakawa Boys.".

Why do people in Europe refer to them as "Arabic numerals" when they were invented in India? How could ten tiny symbols conquer the world? And how did zero change the course of history?

From carmakers and manufacturers to farmers and logistics firms, businesses are grappling with weak demand, climate risks and global uncertainty.

What if the ultimate rebel wasn't a rockstar, influencer, or billionaire, but a monk who lived 800 years ago? Francis of Assisi had it all: money, friends, status, and a future full of privilege. Then he walked away from everything. He renounced wealth, questioned power, stood up for nature, crossed religious divides, and searched for a different kind of happiness.

Caught between cultural richness and political crisis: An extraordinary music project is bringing together young talents from Georgia and Germany. At the same time, Georgian artists are standing up for artistic freedom.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

From carmakers and manufacturers to farmers and logistics firms, businesses are grappling with weak demand, climate risks and global uncertainty.

What if the ultimate rebel wasn't a rockstar, influencer, or billionaire, but a monk who lived 800 years ago? Francis of Assisi had it all: money, friends, status, and a future full of privilege. Then he walked away from everything. He renounced wealth, questioned power, stood up for nature, crossed religious divides, and searched for a different kind of happiness.

From India's green innovators to extreme heat in Bengaluru and fires in Borneo: Meet the people finding ways to respond to environmental challenges.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

What if the ultimate rebel wasn't a rockstar, influencer, or billionaire, but a monk who lived 800 years ago? Francis of Assisi had it all: money, friends, status, and a future full of privilege. Then he walked away from everything. He renounced wealth, questioned power, stood up for nature, crossed religious divides, and searched for a different kind of happiness.

Could Germany become a hotspot for the global markets of the future? Young startup founders are using cutting-edge innovations to tackle tomorrow's biggest challenges. They're not just dreaming about the future — they're building it.

Why do people in Europe refer to them as "Arabic numerals" when they were invented in India? How could ten tiny symbols conquer the world? And how did zero change the course of history?

From carmakers and manufacturers to farmers and logistics firms, businesses are grappling with weak demand, climate risks and global uncertainty.

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

Genital mutilation. Sexual abuse. Trauma. Maïmouna Coulibaly endured it all. Today, she empowers women to heal through dance. Her message: "Dancing saved my life.”.

Why do people in Europe refer to them as "Arabic numerals" when they were invented in India? How could ten tiny symbols conquer the world? And how did zero change the course of history?

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

A look at Uganda, where Chinese tech is transforming transport with electric buses, motorbikes and three-wheelers. Plus: An autonomous tractor aids farmers in India, and Austria bests the rest of Europe at night trains.

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

Blood vessels deliver oxygen and nutrients to every cell in the body. How does the circulatory system work, what causes varicose veins, and what role does cholesterol play in vascular health?

Should Switzerland abandon destroyed villages or rebuild them in the same place?+++ Nepalese sherpas help Norway to make their mountain paths safer.

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

Seagrass returns to the Baltic Sea, women hunt invasive pythons in Florida, soccer empowers women in Gaza, and forests revive a river in India.

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

Select DW podcasts enrich the program with current analyses of world politics and its influence on our daily lives. There will also be space in the program for lively discussions about social standards and taboos.

From rugged peaks to gentle valleys, Italy's Dolomites are idyllic. In this film, nature lovers show us their mountain world and share fascinating stories about life between tradition and modernity.

Should Switzerland abandon destroyed villages or rebuild them in the same place?+++ Nepalese sherpas help Norway to make their mountain paths safer.

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

From carmakers and manufacturers to farmers and logistics firms, businesses are grappling with weak demand, climate risks and global uncertainty.

From rugged peaks to gentle valleys, Italy's Dolomites are idyllic. In this film, nature lovers show us their mountain world and share fascinating stories about life between tradition and modernity.

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

Select DW podcasts enrich the program with current analyses of world politics and its influence on our daily lives. There will also be space in the program for lively discussions about social standards and taboos.

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

From rugged peaks to gentle valleys, Italy's Dolomites are idyllic. In this film, nature lovers show us their mountain world and share fascinating stories about life between tradition and modernity.

Select DW podcasts enrich the program with current analyses of world politics and its influence on our daily lives. There will also be space in the program for lively discussions about social standards and taboos.

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.

The vagus nerve connects the brain to the organs. Stimulating it can be beneficial - but some social media hacks lack science to back them up. Plus: Forest or city walk—which is more relaxing?

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.

Select DW podcasts enrich the program with current analyses of world politics and its influence on our daily lives. There will also be space in the program for lively discussions about social standards and taboos.

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.

Thousands of dams are being destroyed, bringing life back to its rivers. Migratory fish are returning to waterways, habitats are reconnecting, and entire ecosystems are being restored. While many dams remain vital for drinking water, irrigation, and flood management, Europe is rethinking its relationship with its rivers, one dam at a time.

Glaciers in the Alps are shrinking year by year, and many could melt completely within the next few decades. What does that mean for water supplies, alpine landscapes and mountaineering safety?

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.

Glaciers in the Alps are shrinking year by year, and many could melt completely within the next few decades. What does that mean for water supplies, alpine landscapes and mountaineering safety?

Why do people in Europe refer to them as "Arabic numerals" when they were invented in India? How could ten tiny symbols conquer the world? And how did zero change the course of history?

The vagus nerve connects the brain to the organs. Stimulating it can be beneficial - but some social media hacks lack science to back them up. Plus: Forest or city walk—which is more relaxing?

Artist documenting Myanmar's struggles. Ocean defenders in the Philippines using storytelling to spark change. Indonesian creators exposing how fake news spreads online. This episode shows how awareness becomes activism in a region hungry for truth.

From peasants' son to revolutionary leader — Mao Zedong laid the foundation for modern China. This three-part documentary offers an in-depth look at one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

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 rugged peaks to gentle valleys, Italy's Dolomites are idyllic. In this film, nature lovers show us their mountain world and share fascinating stories about life between tradition and modernity.

Artist documenting Myanmar's struggles. Ocean defenders in the Philippines using storytelling to spark change. Indonesian creators exposing how fake news spreads online. This episode shows how awareness becomes activism in a region hungry for truth.

India has rolled out E20 petrol, fuel blended with 20% ethanol, years ahead of schedule. Supporters say the move can reduce oil imports, improve energy security and create a new market for surplus sugarcane. But for millions of motorists, the transition has also raised concerns about fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and long-term engine wear.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

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.

Seagrass returns to the Baltic Sea, women hunt invasive pythons in Florida, soccer empowers women in Gaza, and forests revive a river in India.

From peasants' son to revolutionary leader — Mao Zedong laid the foundation for modern China. This three-part documentary offers an in-depth look at one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

Glaciers in the Alps are shrinking year by year, and many could melt completely within the next few decades. What does that mean for water supplies, alpine landscapes and mountaineering safety?

The digital book club BookTok got its start during the pandemic in 2020. Today, it is a big success, used primarily by young women who are fans of a particular literary genre - so-called "New Adult,” or romance novels for young adults.

The vagus nerve connects the brain to the organs. Stimulating it can be beneficial - but some social media hacks lack science to back them up. Plus: Forest or city walk—which is more relaxing?

Artist documenting Myanmar's struggles. Ocean defenders in the Philippines using storytelling to spark change. Indonesian creators exposing how fake news spreads online. This episode shows how awareness becomes activism in a region hungry for truth.

Our skin connects us to the world while also providing us with a boundary and a layer of protection. It's a biotope, an object of desire, and it allows us to smell the way we do. How can we keep our skin healthy, and heal it when it's unwell?

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 digital book club BookTok got its start during the pandemic in 2020. Today, it is a big success, used primarily by young women who are fans of a particular literary genre - so-called "New Adult,” or romance novels for young adults.

From peasants' son to revolutionary leader — Mao Zedong laid the foundation for modern China. This three-part documentary offers an in-depth look at one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

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.

Artist documenting Myanmar's struggles. Ocean defenders in the Philippines using storytelling to spark change. Indonesian creators exposing how fake news spreads online. This episode shows how awareness becomes activism in a region hungry for truth.

Each year, a train carrying doctors and medical gear travels through remote areas of Kazakhstan. The project is called Salamatty Kazakhstan, or "Healthy Kazakhstan." The train is underway for eight months and the clinic operates daily.

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 digital book club BookTok got its start during the pandemic in 2020. Today, it is a big success, used primarily by young women who are fans of a particular literary genre - so-called "New Adult,” or romance novels for young adults.

Artist documenting Myanmar's struggles. Ocean defenders in the Philippines using storytelling to spark change. Indonesian creators exposing how fake news spreads online. This episode shows how awareness becomes activism in a region hungry for truth.

Why do people in Europe refer to them as "Arabic numerals" when they were invented in India? How could ten tiny symbols conquer the world? And how did zero change the course of history?

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.

Millions dream of visiting Italy's Amalfi Coast. But during peak season, cruise ships bring thousands of day-trippers to its iconic villages. What does overtourism mean for locals, and is there still a quieter side of the Amalfi Coast to discover? We go beyond the crowds to find out.