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Global Us
In Venezuela, a Catholic priest introduces soy to prevent malnutrition. Italy's right-wing government puts the LGBTQ+ community under increasing pressure. Mozambique helps people with disabilities during natural disasters.
Planet A
We all know about photovoltaic solar panels. But there's another, almost forgotten type of solar energy: concentrated solar power. Its big advantage is that it can store the sun's heat for a long time and turn it into electricity when needed - for example at night, when normal solar panels lie idle. Is it set for a comeback?
DocFilm
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.
DocFilm
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.
Planet A
We all know about photovoltaic solar panels. But there's another, almost forgotten type of solar energy: concentrated solar power. Its big advantage is that it can store the sun's heat for a long time and turn it into electricity when needed - for example at night, when normal solar panels lie idle. Is it set for a comeback?
Close up
For some women, getting pregnant is only possible through egg donation. It’s a pathway to parenthood with children who aren’t biologically their own. While egg donation is legal in many countries, it’s banned in places like Switzerland and Germany.
Eco Africa
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?
DocFilm
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.
REV
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.
Planet A
We all know about photovoltaic solar panels. But there's another, almost forgotten type of solar energy: concentrated solar power. Its big advantage is that it can store the sun's heat for a long time and turn it into electricity when needed - for example at night, when normal solar panels lie idle. Is it set for a comeback?
Close up
For some women, getting pregnant is only possible through egg donation. It’s a pathway to parenthood with children who aren’t biologically their own. While egg donation is legal in many countries, it’s banned in places like Switzerland and Germany.
DocFilm
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.
Eco India
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.
Planet A
We all know about photovoltaic solar panels. But there's another, almost forgotten type of solar energy: concentrated solar power. Its big advantage is that it can store the sun's heat for a long time and turn it into electricity when needed - for example at night, when normal solar panels lie idle. Is it set for a comeback?
Arts Unveiled
Culture and history: Why is there a row over a 'comfort women' memorial in Berlin? How is musician Sebastian Studnitzky honoring Ukraine? What did Rembrandt teach in his workshop? And what's new as Demis Volpi takes charge at the Hamburg Ballet?
DocFilm
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.
Eco Africa
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?
Close up
For some women, getting pregnant is only possible through egg donation. It’s a pathway to parenthood with children who aren’t biologically their own. While egg donation is legal in many countries, it’s banned in places like Switzerland and Germany.
Reporter
Amina was born three months early. Her mother is with her whenever possible in the intensive care unit. Modern medicine has given babies born very prematurely a chance of survival - but longer-term impacts are often underestimated.
Tomorrow Today
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?
In Good Shape
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.
Close up
For some women, getting pregnant is only possible through egg donation. It’s a pathway to parenthood with children who aren’t biologically their own. While egg donation is legal in many countries, it’s banned in places like Switzerland and Germany.
Shift
Researchers are increasingly relying on AI to protect endangered species. By analyzing large amounts of data, AI is allowing them to identify behavioral patterns and intervene early before it causes changes to the ecosystem.
Business Beyond
Volkswagen, Europe’s biggest car maker, is stuck in a crisis. A shrinking European market, more competition in China and slow electric vehicle uptake mean VW must cut costs. But Volkswagen functions differently from any other car maker in the world. It’s not just VW’s management that has the final say, but also its workers.
Eco India
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.
Global Us
In Venezuela, a Catholic priest introduces soy to prevent malnutrition. Italy's right-wing government puts the LGBTQ+ community under increasing pressure. Mozambique helps people with disabilities during natural disasters.
Eco Africa
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?
Close up
For some women, getting pregnant is only possible through egg donation. It’s a pathway to parenthood with children who aren’t biologically their own. While egg donation is legal in many countries, it’s banned in places like Switzerland and Germany.
Reporter
Amina was born three months early. Her mother is with her whenever possible in the intensive care unit. Modern medicine has given babies born very prematurely a chance of survival - but longer-term impacts are often underestimated.
Business Beyond
Volkswagen, Europe’s biggest car maker, is stuck in a crisis. A shrinking European market, more competition in China and slow electric vehicle uptake mean VW must cut costs. But Volkswagen functions differently from any other car maker in the world. It’s not just VW’s management that has the final say, but also its workers.
REV
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.
Eco Africa
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?
Eco India
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.
Tomorrow Today
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?
Business Beyond
Volkswagen, Europe’s biggest car maker, is stuck in a crisis. A shrinking European market, more competition in China and slow electric vehicle uptake mean VW must cut costs. But Volkswagen functions differently from any other car maker in the world. It’s not just VW’s management that has the final say, but also its workers.
Close up
For some women, getting pregnant is only possible through egg donation. It’s a pathway to parenthood with children who aren’t biologically their own. While egg donation is legal in many countries, it’s banned in places like Switzerland and Germany.
Shift
Researchers are increasingly relying on AI to protect endangered species. By analyzing large amounts of data, AI is allowing them to identify behavioral patterns and intervene early before it causes changes to the ecosystem.
The 77 Percent
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.
Business Beyond
Volkswagen, Europe’s biggest car maker, is stuck in a crisis. A shrinking European market, more competition in China and slow electric vehicle uptake mean VW must cut costs. But Volkswagen functions differently from any other car maker in the world. It’s not just VW’s management that has the final say, but also its workers.
Global Us
In Venezuela, a Catholic priest introduces soy to prevent malnutrition. Italy's right-wing government puts the LGBTQ+ community under increasing pressure. Mozambique helps people with disabilities during natural disasters.
Made in Germany
Donald Trump champions economic tariffs - which the Indian IT sector could profit from. Why is the middle class struggling? And President Javier Milei’s divisive reforms are changing Argentina: the economy’s key role in politics.
DocFilm
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.
Global Us
In Venezuela, a Catholic priest introduces soy to prevent malnutrition. Italy's right-wing government puts the LGBTQ+ community under increasing pressure. Mozambique helps people with disabilities during natural disasters.
Business Beyond
Volkswagen, Europe’s biggest car maker, is stuck in a crisis. A shrinking European market, more competition in China and slow electric vehicle uptake mean VW must cut costs. But Volkswagen functions differently from any other car maker in the world. It’s not just VW’s management that has the final say, but also its workers.
Eco Africa
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?

