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Small tea growers in West Bengal build sustainable livelihoods in a sector hit by climate change. Plus: From ""Garbage Island" to top recycler—learning from Taiwan.

AI investment in the United States is nearly quadruple what China saw in the same decade. But both superpowers are seeing a ramp up of investment, not only from private firms, but also from government. Not only could this technology be the driving force of the next wave of innovation and change to business, but the defense industry is also keenly watching developments.

The eyes of the world are currently on Iran, where tens of thousands of people are demanding an end to the mullah regime. We're highlighting the story of the Iranian Revolution of 1979.

Being queer can be dangerous in Delhi and doing drag in public even more - but this is Piyush's dream but he's nervous to show his true self. It could get him kicked out of his parent's home. Only when he's alone at home, he transforms into the drag persona Cologne Doll.

In Burundi, the church joins the fight against plastic waste, and in Zambia, nature lovers are fighting to protect a vital forest reserve.

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is one of the most air-polluted cities in the world. Often, Dhaka's name appears at the top of the list of the world's most air-polluted cities. But is there no way out of this?

Over 60 percent of infectious diseases began as zoonoses — spreading from animals to humans. What does this mean for preventing the next pandemic, and how can better animal health protect us all?

The dirty tricks that online betting apps use to keep you hooked. How to stay connected if governments pull the plug on the internet. And: Nvidia's plan to develop ""physical AI" to help power robots for day-to-day jobs.

Small tea growers in West Bengal build sustainable livelihoods in a sector hit by climate change. Plus: From ""Garbage Island" to top recycler—learning from Taiwan.

Sathwik's lifelong dream of becoming a magician finally takes center stage. Despite the challenges of balancing it with his social media career, his unwavering passion for magic pushes him on. ""Modern Day Wizard" Karan Singh guides Sathwik on his journey. Prepare to be amazed as Sathwik performs captivating feats and unlocks his true potential.

Over 60 percent of infectious diseases began as zoonoses — spreading from animals to humans. What does this mean for preventing the next pandemic, and how can better animal health protect us all?

In Burundi, the church joins the fight against plastic waste, and in Zambia, nature lovers are fighting to protect a vital forest reserve.

Small tea growers in West Bengal build sustainable livelihoods in a sector hit by climate change. Plus: From ""Garbage Island" to top recycler—learning from Taiwan.

Over 60 percent of infectious diseases began as zoonoses — spreading from animals to humans. What does this mean for preventing the next pandemic, and how can better animal health protect us all?

The dirty tricks that online betting apps use to keep you hooked. How to stay connected if governments pull the plug on the internet. And: Nvidia's plan to develop ""physical AI" to help power robots for day-to-day jobs.

In this week's episode of The 77 Percent, we explore the relationship between money and personal connections. In Lagos, we ask young people whether they believe this connection is real. Next, we engage in an unfiltered Street Debate in Nairobi. Then, we take a closer look at the world of "sugar daddies" in South Africa. Finally, we meet Kenya's pioneering female tour guide in the Maasai community.

'Stolpersteine', or "stumbling stones" placed in the pavement commemorate the victims of Nazism. The squares are made of brass and measure 10cm x 10cm. More than 100,000 of these memorial plaques have been laid in over 30 countries.

In Burundi, the church joins the fight against plastic waste, and in Zambia, nature lovers are fighting to protect a vital forest reserve.

'Stolpersteine', or "stumbling stones" placed in the pavement commemorate the victims of Nazism. The squares are made of brass and measure 10cm x 10cm. More than 100,000 of these memorial plaques have been laid in over 30 countries.

Looking to get active in 2026? Hyrox, yoga, pilates, trail running, or even frisbee — whatever takes your fancy — new studies prove how your health will thank you!

Entre plages paradisiaques et montagnes verdoyantes, le Vietnam devient une destination prisée Mais derrière cette vitrine, des inégalités criantes subsistent.

Being queer can be dangerous in Delhi and doing drag in public even more - but this is Piyush's dream but he's nervous to show his true self. It could get him kicked out of his parent's home. Only when he's alone at home, he transforms into the drag persona Cologne Doll.

Get to know three women from three different Asian countries who have found their own form of expression. How do themes such as femininity, gender roles, women's rights and violence feature in the works of these female artists? Malaysian artist Yante Ismail paints nude women, challenging the norms of patriarchal society.

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

In Burundi, the church joins the fight against plastic waste, and in Zambia, nature lovers are fighting to protect a vital forest reserve.

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is one of the most air-polluted cities in the world. Often, Dhaka's name appears at the top of the list of the world's most air-polluted cities. But is there no way out of this?

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

Small tea growers in West Bengal build sustainable livelihoods in a sector hit by climate change. Plus: From ""Garbage Island" to top recycler—learning from Taiwan.

Entre plages paradisiaques et montagnes verdoyantes, le Vietnam devient une destination prisée Mais derrière cette vitrine, des inégalités criantes subsistent.

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

Looking to get active in 2026? Hyrox, yoga, pilates, trail running, or even frisbee — whatever takes your fancy — new studies prove how your health will thank you!

In this week's episode of The 77 Percent, we explore the relationship between money and personal connections. In Lagos, we ask young people whether they believe this connection is real. Next, we engage in an unfiltered Street Debate in Nairobi. Then, we take a closer look at the world of "sugar daddies" in South Africa. Finally, we meet Kenya's pioneering female tour guide in the Maasai community.

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

Entre plages paradisiaques et montagnes verdoyantes, le Vietnam devient une destination prisée Mais derrière cette vitrine, des inégalités criantes subsistent.

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

The eyes of the world are currently on Iran, where tens of thousands of people are demanding an end to the mullah regime. We're highlighting the story of the Iranian Revolution of 1979.

The combat school in the rainforest. It's one of the toughest training programs run by the Foreign Legion. In the 3rd Regiment, legionnaires and the special units of friendly armies are trained under particularly harsh conditions.

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

Small tea growers in West Bengal build sustainable livelihoods in a sector hit by climate change. Plus: From ""Garbage Island" to top recycler—learning from Taiwan.

The combat school in the rainforest. It's one of the toughest training programs run by the Foreign Legion. In the 3rd Regiment, legionnaires and the special units of friendly armies are trained under particularly harsh conditions.

Pakistan once hoped to have a friendly neighbor in Afghanistan. But Pakistan is now fighting the Afghan Taliban it once helped create. During the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan in the 1980s, Pakistan's powerful secret service, the ISI, supported the Mujahideen fighters who formed the Taliban with money, training and weapons.

Entre plages paradisiaques et montagnes verdoyantes, le Vietnam devient une destination prisée Mais derrière cette vitrine, des inégalités criantes subsistent.

Get to know three women from three different Asian countries who have found their own form of expression. How do themes such as femininity, gender roles, women's rights and violence feature in the works of these female artists? Malaysian artist Yante Ismail paints nude women, challenging the norms of patriarchal society.

'Stolpersteine', or "stumbling stones" placed in the pavement commemorate the victims of Nazism. The squares are made of brass and measure 10cm x 10cm. More than 100,000 of these memorial plaques have been laid in over 30 countries.

Sathwik's lifelong dream of becoming a magician finally takes center stage. Despite the challenges of balancing it with his social media career, his unwavering passion for magic pushes him on. ""Modern Day Wizard" Karan Singh guides Sathwik on his journey. Prepare to be amazed as Sathwik performs captivating feats and unlocks his true potential.

Entre plages paradisiaques et montagnes verdoyantes, le Vietnam devient une destination prisée Mais derrière cette vitrine, des inégalités criantes subsistent.

Now 20, Marvin left Germany at the age of just 16. He emigrated with his brother to Hungary - to Budapest, to be precise. Why would a young person leave Germany at such a young age? In Marvin's case there were a range of crucial factors: Germany's COVID policy, concerns about immigration and domestic security, changes in society and what he sees as insufficient national pride.

Being queer can be dangerous in Delhi and doing drag in public even more - but this is Piyush's dream but he's nervous to show his true self. It could get him kicked out of his parent's home. Only when he's alone at home, he transforms into the drag persona Cologne Doll.

Now 20, Marvin left Germany at the age of just 16. He emigrated with his brother to Hungary - to Budapest, to be precise. Why would a young person leave Germany at such a young age? In Marvin's case there were a range of crucial factors: Germany's COVID policy, concerns about immigration and domestic security, changes in society and what he sees as insufficient national pride.

Looking to get active in 2026? Hyrox, yoga, pilates, trail running, or even frisbee — whatever takes your fancy — new studies prove how your health will thank you!

'Stolpersteine', or "stumbling stones" placed in the pavement commemorate the victims of Nazism. The squares are made of brass and measure 10cm x 10cm. More than 100,000 of these memorial plaques have been laid in over 30 countries.

Now 20, Marvin left Germany at the age of just 16. He emigrated with his brother to Hungary - to Budapest, to be precise. Why would a young person leave Germany at such a young age? In Marvin's case there were a range of crucial factors: Germany's COVID policy, concerns about immigration and domestic security, changes in society and what he sees as insufficient national pride.

Now 20, Marvin left Germany at the age of just 16. He emigrated with his brother to Hungary - to Budapest, to be precise. Why would a young person leave Germany at such a young age? In Marvin's case there were a range of crucial factors: Germany's COVID policy, concerns about immigration and domestic security, changes in society and what he sees as insufficient national pride.

'Stolpersteine', or "stumbling stones" placed in the pavement commemorate the victims of Nazism. The squares are made of brass and measure 10cm x 10cm. More than 100,000 of these memorial plaques have been laid in over 30 countries.

Now 20, Marvin left Germany at the age of just 16. He emigrated with his brother to Hungary - to Budapest, to be precise. Why would a young person leave Germany at such a young age? In Marvin's case there were a range of crucial factors: Germany's COVID policy, concerns about immigration and domestic security, changes in society and what he sees as insufficient national pride.

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