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The Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru has been uninhabited for centuries. But it is nevertheless well preserved. Discovered at the beginning of the 20th century, it attracts around 1.5 million visitors from all over the world every year.

In Russia, criticizing President Putin has become a criminal offense. Thousands have been imprisoned. Such political prisoners are called Politzek. This documentary delves deep into this system of repression and gives the Politzek a voice.

This is a journey far from mass tourism and hotel castles. Spectacular scenery and a culture brimming with hospitality - this fascinated one mountain guide so much that he put together a very special trekking route through Albania.

Some dock workers are living dangerously - because they also work for the mafia. International syndicates can only locate containers with cocaine shipments and smuggle them out of ports with the help of insiders.

In Russia, criticizing President Putin has become a criminal offense. Thousands have been imprisoned. Such political prisoners are called Politzek. This documentary delves deep into this system of repression and gives the Politzek a voice.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

Some dock workers are living dangerously - because they also work for the mafia. International syndicates can only locate containers with cocaine shipments and smuggle them out of ports with the help of insiders.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

In Russia, criticizing President Putin has become a criminal offense. Thousands have been imprisoned. Such political prisoners are called Politzek. This documentary delves deep into this system of repression and gives the Politzek a voice.

How does a war end, how can peace succeed? Nobel Peace Prize winners, diplomats, negotiators, and former guerrillas talk about how they have succeeded and failed when it comes to mediating. What can we learn when it comes to today's wars?

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

The Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru has been uninhabited for centuries. But it is nevertheless well preserved. Discovered at the beginning of the 20th century, it attracts around 1.5 million visitors from all over the world every year.

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.

This is a journey far from mass tourism and hotel castles. Spectacular scenery and a culture brimming with hospitality - this fascinated one mountain guide so much that he put together a very special trekking route through Albania.

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.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

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.

This is a journey far from mass tourism and hotel castles. Spectacular scenery and a culture brimming with hospitality - this fascinated one mountain guide so much that he put together a very special trekking route through Albania.

Some dock workers are living dangerously - because they also work for the mafia. International syndicates can only locate containers with cocaine shipments and smuggle them out of ports with the help of insiders.

This is a journey far from mass tourism and hotel castles. Spectacular scenery and a culture brimming with hospitality - this fascinated one mountain guide so much that he put together a very special trekking route through Albania.

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.

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.

This is a journey far from mass tourism and hotel castles. Spectacular scenery and a culture brimming with hospitality - this fascinated one mountain guide so much that he put together a very special trekking route through Albania.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

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 history of surgery can be traced back to the Stone Age. Today, surgical methods have undergone countless revolutionary developments-and save innumerable lives every year.

Vintage and classic cars rule the roads in the island country of Malta. Most are British models, but old Indian vehicles are still in use, too. Plus: A German logistics firm trains Africans to drive trucks in Germany.

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 history of surgery can be traced back to the Stone Age. Today, surgical methods have undergone countless revolutionary developments-and save innumerable lives every year.

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

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.

Millions rely on sleeping pills for relief, but many of the medications cause dependency or serious side effects. We show how to sleep better without medication. Also, A breakthrough gene therapy saves a newborn in the US.

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.

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

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.

Vintage and classic cars rule the roads in the island country of Malta. Most are British models, but old Indian vehicles are still in use, too. Plus: A German logistics firm trains Africans to drive trucks in Germany.

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

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 dreadlocks to body paint to poetry, we explore how young Africans are rewriting the narratives around appearance.

How does a war end, how can peace succeed? Nobel Peace Prize winners, diplomats, negotiators, and former guerrillas talk about how they have succeeded and failed when it comes to mediating. What can we learn when it comes to today's wars?

How does a war end, how can peace succeed? Nobel Peace Prize winners, diplomats, negotiators, and former guerrillas talk about how they have succeeded and failed when it comes to mediating. What can we learn when it comes to today's wars?

Millions rely on sleeping pills for relief, but many of the medications cause dependency or serious side effects. We show how to sleep better without medication. Also, A breakthrough gene therapy saves a newborn in the US.

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.

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

The history of surgery can be traced back to the Stone Age. Today, surgical methods have undergone countless revolutionary developments-and save innumerable lives every year.

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 is a journey far from mass tourism and hotel castles. Spectacular scenery and a culture brimming with hospitality - this fascinated one mountain guide so much that he put together a very special trekking route through Albania.

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

The history of surgery can be traced back to the Stone Age. Today, surgical methods have undergone countless revolutionary developments-and save innumerable lives every year.

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.

Not far from the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a harsh climate. Nonetheless, almost every type of vegetable now grows here. How is the country becoming a vegetable paradise? The answer is found underground: Iceland uses volcanic energy to heat greenhouses.

Millions rely on sleeping pills for relief, but many of the medications cause dependency or serious side effects. We show how to sleep better without medication. Also, A breakthrough gene therapy saves a newborn in the US.

From dreadlocks to body paint to poetry, we explore how young Africans are rewriting the narratives around appearance.

The history of surgery can be traced back to the Stone Age. Today, surgical methods have undergone countless revolutionary developments-and save innumerable lives every year.

Northern Norway in June: Fjords and mountains bathed in the light of the midnight sun. The Norwegian Nordland Railway runs from Trondheim along fjords and rivers, up to the Arctic Circle, via Saltfjellet with the Svartisen glacier to Bodoe.

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

Northern Norway in June: Fjords and mountains bathed in the light of the midnight sun. The Norwegian Nordland Railway runs from Trondheim along fjords and rivers, up to the Arctic Circle, via Saltfjellet with the Svartisen glacier to Bodoe.

How does a war end, how can peace succeed? Nobel Peace Prize winners, diplomats, negotiators, and former guerrillas talk about how they have succeeded and failed when it comes to mediating. What can we learn when it comes to today's wars?

Retrofitting conventional vehicles could help Delhi go electric more equitably. Also: women farmers battle age-old structures - and making power from bird poop.

The history of surgery can be traced back to the Stone Age. Today, surgical methods have undergone countless revolutionary developments-and save innumerable lives every year.

Vintage and classic cars rule the roads in the island country of Malta. Most are British models, but old Indian vehicles are still in use, too. Plus: A German logistics firm trains Africans to drive trucks in Germany.

Millions rely on sleeping pills for relief, but many of the medications cause dependency or serious side effects. We show how to sleep better without medication. Also, A breakthrough gene therapy saves a newborn in the US.