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The Shroud of Turin is one of the most fascinating and controversial objects of religious worship. Jesus is said to have been wrapped in this cloth after his crucifixion. Does the shroud's faint bloodstained image really show a crucified Christ?

Shepherds have been crossing the Alps with their animals for 6,000 years. That means climbing 3,000 meters in altitude, all while crossing rivers and a glacier. Called "transhumance,” the seasonal movement of livestock is now world cultural heritage.

The film follows Sami rapper Mihkku Laiti, who lives in the northernmost corner of Lapland. It is a coming-of-age story that follows Mihkku's career as a musician, and his rise to stardom.

What does "healthy” really mean in 2025? In this episode of Don't Hold Back, host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba sits down with fitness coach Kopano Mokhele, who deliberately gained 25 kilos and is now losing it again so that he can understand what his clients go through. Together, they unpack the myths and realities of health in an age of body image pressure and quick-fix diets.

For decades, Mongolia's biodiversity has been decimated by hunting and resource extraction. Today, rangers are trying to persuade the population to rethink. But the appearance of bears in the villages could undo these efforts.

What does "healthy” really mean in 2025? In this episode of Don't Hold Back, host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba sits down with fitness coach Kopano Mokhele, who deliberately gained 25 kilos and is now losing it again so that he can understand what his clients go through. Together, they unpack the myths and realities of health in an age of body image pressure and quick-fix diets.

Shepherds have been crossing the Alps with their animals for 6,000 years. That means climbing 3,000 meters in altitude, all while crossing rivers and a glacier. Called "transhumance,” the seasonal movement of livestock is now world cultural heritage.

How teaching girls sustainable agriculture at school will drive equality, and Dalit women fight caste discrimination, plus female shepherd training in Italy.

Shepherds have been crossing the Alps with their animals for 6,000 years. That means climbing 3,000 meters in altitude, all while crossing rivers and a glacier. Called "transhumance,” the seasonal movement of livestock is now world cultural heritage.

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.

Above the rooftops of Beirut, flocks of pigeons leave their cages and take to the sky. They are flying in the ancient pigeon game "Kash Hamam," forming unexpected connections among the inhabitants of Lebanon's scarred capital.

What does "healthy” really mean in 2025? In this episode of Don't Hold Back, host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba sits down with fitness coach Kopano Mokhele, who deliberately gained 25 kilos and is now losing it again so that he can understand what his clients go through. Together, they unpack the myths and realities of health in an age of body image pressure and quick-fix diets.

For decades, Mongolia's biodiversity has been decimated by hunting and resource extraction. Today, rangers are trying to persuade the population to rethink. But the appearance of bears in the villages could undo these efforts.

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.

Above the rooftops of Beirut, flocks of pigeons leave their cages and take to the sky. They are flying in the ancient pigeon game "Kash Hamam," forming unexpected connections among the inhabitants of Lebanon's scarred capital.

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?

For decades, Mongolia's biodiversity has been decimated by hunting and resource extraction. Today, rangers are trying to persuade the population to rethink. But the appearance of bears in the villages could undo these efforts.

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.

What does "healthy” really mean in 2025? In this episode of Don't Hold Back, host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba sits down with fitness coach Kopano Mokhele, who deliberately gained 25 kilos and is now losing it again so that he can understand what his clients go through. Together, they unpack the myths and realities of health in an age of body image pressure and quick-fix diets.

Shepherds have been crossing the Alps with their animals for 6,000 years. That means climbing 3,000 meters in altitude, all while crossing rivers and a glacier. Called "transhumance,” the seasonal movement of livestock is now world cultural heritage.

For decades, Mongolia's biodiversity has been decimated by hunting and resource extraction. Today, rangers are trying to persuade the population to rethink. But the appearance of bears in the villages could undo these efforts.

Above the rooftops of Beirut, flocks of pigeons leave their cages and take to the sky. They are flying in the ancient pigeon game "Kash Hamam," forming unexpected connections among the inhabitants of Lebanon's scarred capital.

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.

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.

What we eat affects our weight, our health and our lifespan. Traditional Mediterranean cuisine is considered particularly healthy, and is even said to prevent heart disease, cancer, and the aging process of the brain.

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.

What we eat affects our weight, our health and our lifespan. Traditional Mediterranean cuisine is considered particularly healthy, and is even said to prevent heart disease, cancer, and the aging process of the brain.

How teaching girls sustainable agriculture at school will drive equality, and Dalit women fight caste discrimination, plus female shepherd training in Italy.

For decades, Mongolia's biodiversity has been decimated by hunting and resource extraction. Today, rangers are trying to persuade the population to rethink. But the appearance of bears in the villages could undo these efforts.

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.

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 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?

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 teaching girls sustainable agriculture at school will drive equality, and Dalit women fight caste discrimination, plus female shepherd training in Italy.

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.

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.

How teaching girls sustainable agriculture at school will drive equality, and Dalit women fight caste discrimination, plus female shepherd training in Italy.

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.

What we eat affects our weight, our health and our lifespan. Traditional Mediterranean cuisine is considered particularly healthy, and is even said to prevent heart disease, cancer, and the aging process of the brain.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also known as MBS, is the de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia. For almost a decade, he has been radically transforming the country — at a breathtaking pace. Where is the modernizer and despot steering the kingdom?

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also known as MBS, is the de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia. For almost a decade, he has been radically transforming the country — at a breathtaking pace. Where is the modernizer and despot steering the kingdom?

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 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?

What we eat affects our weight, our health and our lifespan. Traditional Mediterranean cuisine is considered particularly healthy, and is even said to prevent heart disease, cancer, and the aging process of the brain.

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.

For decades, Mongolia's biodiversity has been decimated by hunting and resource extraction. Today, rangers are trying to persuade the population to rethink. But the appearance of bears in the villages could undo these efforts.

Finding new ways to farm and grow plants as the climate changes, like hydroponics. Plus: Gambia's illegal dumpsites and 3D printing tools from waste in Senegal.