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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.

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

Senegal's new rail link offers traffic-tired commuters a green alternative. Football and rap as climate action motivators. Why don't Europeans repair old electronic goods? And Ghana boasts a pioneering waste-to-energy power plant.

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

Medication helps heal illness and soothe pain. Proper administration and storage are essential for the desired effect. Used incorrectly, it can cause harmful complications or lead to addiction.

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 coastal erosion and drought-resistant smart farms in India to Barcelona's battle with overtourism, communities are tackling environmental and social challenges head-on with innovation and resilience.

An inconspicuous block of buildings in Dresden harbors a dark secret. Today, regular people make their homes here. But until 1989, this block of buildings housed the headquarters of the GDR's State Security.

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.

An HIV-positive diagnosis is something people still hide, today. In this film, people in Ireland living with HIV share their experiences - some for the first time on camera - with emotional candor, using a variety of means.

Senegal's new rail link offers traffic-tired commuters a green alternative. Football and rap as climate action motivators. Why don't Europeans repair old electronic goods? And Ghana boasts a pioneering waste-to-energy power plant.

From coastal erosion and drought-resistant smart farms in India to Barcelona's battle with overtourism, communities are tackling environmental and social challenges head-on with innovation and resilience.

An inconspicuous block of buildings in Dresden harbors a dark secret. Today, regular people make their homes here. But until 1989, this block of buildings housed the headquarters of the GDR's State Security.

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.

Experts estimate that Europe's dog mafia makes around a billion Euros every year. Birgitt Thiesmann from the animal welfare foundation "Four Paws” fights against the illegal puppy trade.

Medication helps heal illness and soothe pain. Proper administration and storage are essential for the desired effect. Used incorrectly, it can cause harmful complications or lead to addiction.

An inconspicuous block of buildings in Dresden harbors a dark secret. Today, regular people make their homes here. But until 1989, this block of buildings housed the headquarters of the GDR's State Security.

¿Cómo te afecta? aims to reach the younger generation with topics, news, problems and solutions that affect young people in Latin America. This program is broadcast in Spanish with English subtitles.

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

¿Cómo te afecta? aims to reach the younger generation with topics, news, problems and solutions that affect young people in Latin America. This program is broadcast in Spanish with English subtitles.

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

¿Cómo te afecta? aims to reach the younger generation with topics, news, problems and solutions that affect young people in Latin America. This program is broadcast in Spanish with English subtitles.

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

From coastal erosion and drought-resistant smart farms in India to Barcelona's battle with overtourism, communities are tackling environmental and social challenges head-on with innovation and resilience.

An inconspicuous block of buildings in Dresden harbors a dark secret. Today, regular people make their homes here. But until 1989, this block of buildings housed the headquarters of the GDR's State Security.

REV tests the Mazda CX-80, a new, large SUV from the company best known for its compact cars. REV investigates why automakers are shifting back to internal combustion engines and what it means for the future of driving.

Medication helps heal illness and soothe pain. Proper administration and storage are essential for the desired effect. Used incorrectly, it can cause harmful complications or lead to addiction.

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

Select DW video 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.

An HIV-positive diagnosis is something people still hide, today. In this film, people in Ireland living with HIV share their experiences - some for the first time on camera - with emotional candor, using a variety of means.

An HIV-positive diagnosis is something people still hide, today. In this film, people in Ireland living with HIV share their experiences - some for the first time on camera - with emotional candor, using a variety of means.

Select DW video 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.

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

Select DW video 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.

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

How do you administer first aid in an emergency? When someone has a cardiac arrest or is badly injured, every second counts. It can be a matter of life or death.

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

Select DW video 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.

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

An inconspicuous block of buildings in Dresden harbors a dark secret. Today, regular people make their homes here. But until 1989, this block of buildings housed the headquarters of the GDR's State Security.

How do you administer first aid in an emergency? When someone has a cardiac arrest or is badly injured, every second counts. It can be a matter of life or death.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

Indonesia is grappling with grave ecological problems. While pollution caused by plastic waste threatens ecosystems, Jakarta is sinking into the sea. The city is quite literally going under. Climate activists and authorities are doing what they can to halt the process.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

An HIV-positive diagnosis is something people still hide, today. In this film, people in Ireland living with HIV share their experiences - some for the first time on camera - with emotional candor, using a variety of means.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

¿Cómo te afecta? aims to reach the younger generation with topics, news, problems and solutions that affect young people in Latin America. This program is broadcast in Spanish with English subtitles.

Indonesia is grappling with grave ecological problems. While pollution caused by plastic waste threatens ecosystems, Jakarta is sinking into the sea. The city is quite literally going under. Climate activists and authorities are doing what they can to halt the process.

Germany is a place where the mafia feels at home - that hasn't changed. But the police have become more vigilant. The security authorities' attentions are now focused on the Calabrian mafia in particular, the 'Ndrangheta.

How do you administer first aid in an emergency? When someone has a cardiac arrest or is badly injured, every second counts. It can be a matter of life or death.

Astrophysicist Gernot Grömer wants to promote space travel. So he founded the Austrian Space Forum. Grömer sees himself as a "shipbuilder” who's working on making the journey to Mars possible in 20 to 30 years.

Germany is a place where the mafia feels at home - that hasn't changed. But the police have become more vigilant. The security authorities' attentions are now focused on the Calabrian mafia in particular, the 'Ndrangheta.

Indonesia is grappling with grave ecological problems. While pollution caused by plastic waste threatens ecosystems, Jakarta is sinking into the sea. The city is quite literally going under. Climate activists and authorities are doing what they can to halt the process.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

In the Mexican city of Juchitán, women run the economy and organize communal life. It's one of the few places where matriarchal structures survive. The Juchitec matriarchy is a legacy of the Zapotec civilization.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

An inconspicuous block of buildings in Dresden harbors a dark secret. Today, regular people make their homes here. But until 1989, this block of buildings housed the headquarters of the GDR's State Security.

Immersive art is booming. Colorful digital art exhibitions are a hit, promising visitors the opportunity to sink into the work. How effective are these installations? And do they heighten our appreciation of art?

Germany is a place where the mafia feels at home - that hasn't changed. But the police have become more vigilant. The security authorities' attentions are now focused on the Calabrian mafia in particular, the 'Ndrangheta.