Triads: The Chinese Mafia on the Rise (2/3)

This vertical slum was a hotbed of crime, but also full of factories, cheap shops and a strong community.

Chinese influencers are convincing people from across the country to colonise Xinjiang.

The tankas have been part of the cultural landscape in southern China for centuries. But today their distinctive way of life is under threat.

A new generation of tea growers are revitalising Georgia's plantations, abandoned after the fall of the USSR.

From 15 to 17 June, G7 leaders are meeting in Évian, France.. But what can a club that now accounts for only around 30 per cent of global GDP still achieve?

Masha Borzunova meets a Russian deserter who tells how he went from being a war hero to an ostracised traitor of his country.

Cologne, Autumn 1944: In the bombed-out city, a small group of young people put up armed resistance against the Nazi regime

Major disasters throughout history have helped to lower inequality. Is this still the case today?

During the height of the Cold War, a German village with just one fridge had problems... 

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

Was everything better in the past? Twist meets nostalgia enthusiasts to find out.

Another day in paradise for heavy metal fans with Obscura, Anthrax, Septicflesh and more.

Behind the glitzy facade of the World Cup... there's a darker side to the world of football.

Our coverage continues for a second day with sets from Sepultura, Carach Angren, Rotting Christ, Malevolence and Sabaton.

Hellfest kicks off now! Day one of France's most famous heavy metal festival includes sets from Shelter and The Plot In You.

As the world heats up, cities around the world are responding to the challenges of climate change with fresh ideas.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

Once a year, the quiet city of Clisson is transformed into the European capital of metal.

After 40 years of metalling, the legendary Brazilian metal band are calling it a day this year. But you can still watch their last show at Hellfest 2026