Mapping the World

Nearly 20,000 Ukrainian children are thought to have been abducted and taken to Russia.

In Ukrainian Mariupol, occupied by Russia for four years, people pay in roubles and their passports are now Russian.

Moldova is torn in two - part of the population wants rapprochement with the European Union, part looks back nostalgically to the Soviet era.

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

Ganna makes experimental jazz with a Slavic twist in an exclusive session at the Eurosonic festival.

A look back at the Jeffrey Epstein's life and how the Epstein Files are exposing corruption at the highest level.

The Iranian regime is under threat both from outside by the United States and Israel, and from inside: many Iranians want an end to authoritarianism. 

How did the United Arab Emirates become influential on the world stage and a key player in the  the Middle East?

With a record budget and thousands of new hires, ICE is central to Trump’s migration and deportation policies.

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

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

A look back at the Jeffrey Epstein's life and how the Epstein Files are exposing corruption at the highest level.

Whether at work or on a date - self-confidence makes many things easier. Ronja von Rönne meets people who have overcome their insecurities.

Jean-Michel Jarre sets up his equipment on Seville's Plaza de España for an immersive concert-show.

You can’t get rid of the ‘oldest profession in the world,’ but European countries are grappling with how to regulate the sex trade.

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

The Iranian regime is under threat both from outside by the United States and Israel, and from inside: many Iranians want an end to authoritarianism. 

With their adopted daughter and foster twins, Jana and Hartmut want to leave Germany for a new life in Greece.

Since Elizabeth II passed away, and Charles III took the throne in 2022,  more British people are questioning the legitimacy of the Monarchy