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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.

The Mini has fans the world over, especially women. A British pop culture icon, it's starred in films and won rallies. Plus: Ride with a teen who lives on trains and go for a spin with South Africa's Queen of Smoke.

A tree hugger in Uganda who's breaking records for the environment. Tunisia fishermen using an age-old and sustainable technique. An Ivorian researcher and her biopesticides for protecting yam crops. Plus: how can the power of dance help the environment?

Trees can help to make cities like Berlin more climate-proof. Mushrooms play key role in the environment in parts of Kashmir, as do palmyra trees in Tamil Nadu. Clean air and clean water - as desired by Mumbaikars - are universal requirements.

Vegan egg substitutes that look and taste almost like the real thing. Renewable fuels based on biowaste. How farmland soils can absorb and store carbon dioxide. The tricky business of recycling solar panels. And: What is plasma, and how is it made?

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.

This week's show explores the experiences of young Africans living on the continent and abroad. First, we delve into the factors compelling Nigerian youth to leave their country. Then, in our street debate, we engage with African expats in Hamburg, Germany to understand the requirements for success in a new country. African comedian Basketmouth shares his insights into the 'japa' debate.

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

A tree hugger in Uganda who's breaking records for the environment. Tunisia fishermen using an age-old and sustainable technique. An Ivorian researcher and her biopesticides for protecting yam crops. Plus: how can the power of dance help the environment?

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

Myths about parenting and child health often make it hard for parents to do the best for their child. How much sleep do children need? Which sport is suitable? Should children be rewarded? All this in DW's health magazine.

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.

Trees can help to make cities like Berlin more climate-proof. Mushrooms play key role in the environment in parts of Kashmir, as do palmyra trees in Tamil Nadu. Clean air and clean water - as desired by Mumbaikars - are universal requirements.

For thousands of years, the inhabitants of the Brazilian rainforest have been using medicinal plants. But this knowledge is in danger of disappearing. Leticia Yawanawa has an ambitious plan: she wants to preserve herbal medicine for posterity.

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.

The fact that 32-year-old Rita leads such a successful life today is nothing short of a miracle. Rita was born in Togo in 1991 and was raised by her grandparents. For a long time, she thought they were her parents. Hers was a happy childhood - but it ended abruptly.

A tree hugger in Uganda who's breaking records for the environment. Tunisia fishermen using an age-old and sustainable technique. An Ivorian researcher and her biopesticides for protecting yam crops. Plus: how can the power of dance help the environment?

Trees can help to make cities like Berlin more climate-proof. Mushrooms play key role in the environment in parts of Kashmir, as do palmyra trees in Tamil Nadu. Clean air and clean water - as desired by Mumbaikars - are universal requirements.

For thousands of years, the inhabitants of the Brazilian rainforest have been using medicinal plants. But this knowledge is in danger of disappearing. Leticia Yawanawa has an ambitious plan: she wants to preserve herbal medicine for posterity.

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.

Cheng Chung Au lives in an illegal dwelling on the roof of a tower block in Hong Kong. Despite the rat plague and the typhoon risk. In New York City, too, there were simple dwellings for servants on rooftops - long before penthouses and rooftop bars came along.

Myths about parenting and child health often make it hard for parents to do the best for their child. How much sleep do children need? Which sport is suitable? Should children be rewarded? All this in DW's health magazine.

This week's show explores the experiences of young Africans living on the continent and abroad. First, we delve into the factors compelling Nigerian youth to leave their country. Then, in our street debate, we engage with African expats in Hamburg, Germany to understand the requirements for success in a new country. African comedian Basketmouth shares his insights into the 'japa' debate.

For thousands of years, the inhabitants of the Brazilian rainforest have been using medicinal plants. But this knowledge is in danger of disappearing. Leticia Yawanawa has an ambitious plan: she wants to preserve herbal medicine for posterity.

¿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.

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

¿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.

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

¿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.

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

Trees can help to make cities like Berlin more climate-proof. Mushrooms play key role in the environment in parts of Kashmir, as do palmyra trees in Tamil Nadu. Clean air and clean water - as desired by Mumbaikars - are universal requirements.

For thousands of years, the inhabitants of the Brazilian rainforest have been using medicinal plants. But this knowledge is in danger of disappearing. Leticia Yawanawa has an ambitious plan: she wants to preserve herbal medicine for posterity.

The Mini has fans the world over, especially women. A British pop culture icon, it's starred in films and won rallies. Plus: Ride with a teen who lives on trains and go for a spin with South Africa's Queen of Smoke.

Myths about parenting and child health often make it hard for parents to do the best for their child. How much sleep do children need? Which sport is suitable? Should children be rewarded? All this in DW's health magazine.

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

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 India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

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.

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

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.

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

Tooth decay, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, joint pain—a scientific review of studies says a whopping 45 negative health outcomes can come from eating too much sugar! But how much is too much? And how can we wean ourselves off the sweet stuff?

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

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.

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

For thousands of years, the inhabitants of the Brazilian rainforest have been using medicinal plants. But this knowledge is in danger of disappearing. Leticia Yawanawa has an ambitious plan: she wants to preserve herbal medicine for posterity.

Tooth decay, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, joint pain—a scientific review of studies says a whopping 45 negative health outcomes can come from eating too much sugar! But how much is too much? And how can we wean ourselves off the sweet stuff?

How has the ultra-right made it to the heart of American politics? By gradually occupying positions of power in politics, the judiciary and the media and steadily expanding its sphere of influence. Adherents have been bolstered by Trump's 2024 election victory.

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

¿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.

How has the ultra-right made it to the heart of American politics? By gradually occupying positions of power in politics, the judiciary and the media and steadily expanding its sphere of influence. Adherents have been bolstered by Trump's 2024 election victory.

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

Tooth decay, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, joint pain—a scientific review of studies says a whopping 45 negative health outcomes can come from eating too much sugar! But how much is too much? And how can we wean ourselves off the sweet stuff?

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

How has the ultra-right made it to the heart of American politics? By gradually occupying positions of power in politics, the judiciary and the media and steadily expanding its sphere of influence. Adherents have been bolstered by Trump's 2024 election victory.

Microcredits for the world's poor have long been considered the ideal way to combat poverty. But this film documents a bleak scenario -- in which microcredits have destroyed entire families. Over-indebtedness has driven some recipients to suicide.

For thousands of years, the inhabitants of the Brazilian rainforest have been using medicinal plants. But this knowledge is in danger of disappearing. Leticia Yawanawa has an ambitious plan: she wants to preserve herbal medicine for posterity.

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

In this episode, host Pamela Mtanga is learning everything about organic farming at Farmhouse58 in Johannesburg. Plus, the most stylish socks in the world, the five Must-Do's in Lagos, talking jerrycans.

Platforms like TikTok have become a marketplace for traffickers and people smugglers. They lure people here with supposedly safe passages and seemingly lucrative jobs. How has social media changed the illegal business?

REV puts the new Dacia Duster to the test. Innovations are helping Kenya address air pollution from the transport sector. And oil-rich Venezuela imports low-quality fuel from Iran, and it can cause vehicles to explode.

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

How a young ecologist is helping to protect one of Europe's wildest forests / Why earthworms are key allies in helping forests adapt to climate change / How beavers help boost biodiversity / Why ancient trees are superstars at storing CO2

REV puts the new Dacia Duster to the test. Innovations are helping Kenya address air pollution from the transport sector. And oil-rich Venezuela imports low-quality fuel from Iran, and it can cause vehicles to explode.

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

Tooth decay, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, joint pain—a scientific review of studies says a whopping 45 negative health outcomes can come from eating too much sugar! But how much is too much? And how can we wean ourselves off the sweet stuff?

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

How a young ecologist is helping to protect one of Europe's wildest forests / Why earthworms are key allies in helping forests adapt to climate change / How beavers help boost biodiversity / Why ancient trees are superstars at storing CO2

Platforms like TikTok have become a marketplace for traffickers and people smugglers. They lure people here with supposedly safe passages and seemingly lucrative jobs. How has social media changed the illegal business?

Platforms like TikTok have become a marketplace for traffickers and people smugglers. They lure people here with supposedly safe passages and seemingly lucrative jobs. How has social media changed the illegal business?

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

‘Never again' was the motto in Germany after 1945. This film shows how this commitment became a pillar of society. What measures are needed today to defend humanist values and preserve democratic achievements?

How a young ecologist is helping to protect one of Europe's wildest forests / Why earthworms are key allies in helping forests adapt to climate change / How beavers help boost biodiversity / Why ancient trees are superstars at storing CO2

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

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 this episode, host Pamela Mtanga is learning everything about organic farming at Farmhouse58 in Johannesburg. Plus, the most stylish socks in the world, the five Must-Do's in Lagos, talking jerrycans.

In India, Varanasi is considered a holy city. Millions of Hindus believe that people who die here, in this city on the Ganges, are lucky. Because if they are cremated here, they can break the eternal cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

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.

Burns, strangulation, broken bones. The list of signs of torture is long and can be seen on some 27,000 photos showing dead Syrian civilians. The man who smuggled the photos out of the country calls himself "Caesar”.

REV puts the new Dacia Duster to the test. Innovations are helping Kenya address air pollution from the transport sector. And oil-rich Venezuela imports low-quality fuel from Iran, and it can cause vehicles to explode.

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.

Burns, strangulation, broken bones. The list of signs of torture is long and can be seen on some 27,000 photos showing dead Syrian civilians. The man who smuggled the photos out of the country calls himself "Caesar”.

In Germany, five kilograms of berries are eaten per capita every year. And the trend is rising. The German harvest can‘t meet this demand and that's why many berries are imported. From places where their cultivation is bad news for both people and for nature itself.

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.

How a young ecologist is helping to protect one of Europe's wildest forests / Why earthworms are key allies in helping forests adapt to climate change / How beavers help boost biodiversity / Why ancient trees are superstars at storing CO2

Tooth decay, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, joint pain—a scientific review of studies says a whopping 45 negative health outcomes can come from eating too much sugar! But how much is too much? And how can we wean ourselves off the sweet stuff?

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.

Platforms like TikTok have become a marketplace for traffickers and people smugglers. They lure people here with supposedly safe passages and seemingly lucrative jobs. How has social media changed the illegal business?