Crazy Borders

From the frontiers of the Roman Empire to the European Schengen area, a fascinating trip through the origins of borders.

One man’s migration story: A Syrian who fled to Lebanon during the war, then built a life in Brazil before trying to reach America.

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

 Artists Satch Hoyt and Juan Covelli challenge colonial narratives and spark debate about the restitution of cultural artefacts.

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

A journey north from Cape Town through one of South Africa’s most unspoilt and beautiful regions.

Blind from birth, Richard defends the right of disabled people in Bolivia to live with dignity

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

If a woman gave birth at the top of Mont Blanc, what nationality would the child be?

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

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

Political pressure and dwindling public funding mean that Europe’s museums are struggling to stay afloat.

Pornographic deepfakes are among the most unsavoury aspects of AI. Data Sources investigates a worrying trend.

How can you feed yourself self-sufficiently in the desert? An ancient superfood could hold the answer.

How can we age well? Ronja von Rönne trys to find out by talking to chimney sweep Norbert Skrobek, who is close to retirement and Monika Gutte who defies age with a zest for life

Topographers have been trying to survey Romania's land for years. However, the public register is still one of the most incomplete in the EU.

A trip to one of Germany’s most disreputable neighbourhoods which is also a place of hope and community.

With seduction and declarations of love, young men emotionally manipulate their ‘girlfriends’ to use them as prostitutes.