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Veselin grew up in a children's home in Bulgaria. At 18, he stepped into adulthood alone, without support from parents and no financial safety. Now he's chasing his dream of becoming an artist. Will he make it?

The construction sector is a huge CO2 emitter. Buildings also shape our lives. They heat up our cities. Rethinking the industry holds the key to many solutions...

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Palantir is considered one of the most opaque companies in the field of big data. The group's software is used by government agencies and intelligence services worldwide. This film takes a look behind the scenes -- at the tech company, and its CEO, Alex Karp.

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Young people usually have large social networks; but now, they also feel lonelier than previous generations. How come? +++ Francesco Zanardi is demanding that Italy's Catholic Church takes decisive action against abuse.

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Veselin grew up in a children's home in Bulgaria. At 18, he stepped into adulthood alone, without support from parents and no financial safety. Now he's chasing his dream of becoming an artist. Will he make it?

They eat and reproduce at record speed - calico crayfish. In its quest for more information about the species, this report finds tens of thousands of crayfish in just one pool along the upper Rhine River. Can this invasive creature still be stopped?

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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.

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Mental health and addiction problems are not talked about in many Asian countries. That can make it especially hard to overcome the crisis and the pain. For this episode of HER, three women take a look back at very difficult periods in their lives and share how they found their way out of the void that surrounded them.

Young people usually have large social networks; but now, they also feel lonelier than previous generations. How come? +++ Francesco Zanardi is demanding that Italy's Catholic Church takes decisive action against abuse.

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We associate laughter with jokes or humor. Laughter is both contagious and a social behavior: people laugh 30 times more often in company. The documentary shows how neuroscience and psychology have discovered that humor makes us stronger.

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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.

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Like many fathers, street artist Alex Face is worried about his daughter's future in Thailand. Bangkok might be under water soon - a fate faced by other cities. Alex's graffiti is a call to action. And city planners are transforming their surroundings into landscapes that fight floods. Street artist Alex Face sprays the truth on walls: his daughter standing knee-deep in water.

Young people usually have large social networks; but now, they also feel lonelier than previous generations. How come? +++ Francesco Zanardi is demanding that Italy's Catholic Church takes decisive action against abuse.

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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.

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Think Elon Musk is rich? Meet Jakob Fugger. The billionaire of the Middle Ages. His fortune (worth $400 billion today!) gave him power over kings, popes, and emperors. Fugger shaped wars, religion, and politics, just like today's tech moguls shape the future. Find out how history's richest man compares to Musk, Bezos, and the super-rich of today.

Once feared as the vehicle of dictators, the Land Rover Defender is now being reclaimed as a symbol of resilience and adventure in Uganda. Also: will the German auto industry be able to recover from its crisis?

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Chirag Malhotra dreams of starting over in nature. Can he support himself financially if he moves there? Muzammil Hussain used to be a city boy but 8 years ago, he left his safe job to start a tour company in the mountains of Kashmir. He gives Chirag a series of tests to see he is ready for mountain life.

Young people usually have large social networks; but now, they also feel lonelier than previous generations. How come? +++ Francesco Zanardi is demanding that Italy's Catholic Church takes decisive action against abuse.

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Think Elon Musk is rich? Meet Jakob Fugger. The billionaire of the Middle Ages. His fortune (worth $400 billion today!) gave him power over kings, popes, and emperors. Fugger shaped wars, religion, and politics, just like today's tech moguls shape the future. Find out how history's richest man compares to Musk, Bezos, and the super-rich of today.

Sleep disorders are becoming an increasing problem for young and old alike. Stress, not enough relaxation, and poorly timed meals can disrupt rest. In Good Shape shows what you can do during the day to help get a good night's sleep.

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We associate laughter with jokes or humor. Laughter is both contagious and a social behavior: people laugh 30 times more often in company. The documentary shows how neuroscience and psychology have discovered that humor makes us stronger.

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Think Elon Musk is rich? Meet Jakob Fugger. The billionaire of the Middle Ages. His fortune (worth $400 billion today!) gave him power over kings, popes, and emperors. Fugger shaped wars, religion, and politics, just like today's tech moguls shape the future. Find out how history's richest man compares to Musk, Bezos, and the super-rich of today.

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Plastic in the oceans, overflowing garbage dumps, and a river going to court: three stories, one common goal - a livable future for our planet.

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Germany's economy is slowing, but innovation endures. U.S. President Donald Trump is rolling back climate action. Young global talent is looking elsewhere.

Tigers in Lamborghinis, costumed dogs and cheetahs on the sofa generate clicks on social media. Good business for the "petfluencers". But what price is paid by the animals?

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Think Elon Musk is rich? Meet Jakob Fugger. The billionaire of the Middle Ages. His fortune (worth $400 billion today!) gave him power over kings, popes, and emperors. Fugger shaped wars, religion, and politics, just like today's tech moguls shape the future. Find out how history's richest man compares to Musk, Bezos, and the super-rich of today.

We associate laughter with jokes or humor. Laughter is both contagious and a social behavior: people laugh 30 times more often in company. The documentary shows how neuroscience and psychology have discovered that humor makes us stronger.

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News in Review

Tigers in Lamborghinis, costumed dogs and cheetahs on the sofa generate clicks on social media. Good business for the "petfluencers". But what price is paid by the animals?

Think Elon Musk is rich? Meet Jakob Fugger. The billionaire of the Middle Ages. His fortune (worth $400 billion today!) gave him power over kings, popes, and emperors. Fugger shaped wars, religion, and politics, just like today's tech moguls shape the future. Find out how history's richest man compares to Musk, Bezos, and the super-rich of today.

Select DW podcasts enrich the program with current analyses of world politics and its influence on our daily lives. There will also be space in the program for lively discussions about social standards and taboos.

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Tigers in Lamborghinis, costumed dogs and cheetahs on the sofa generate clicks on social media. Good business for the "petfluencers". But what price is paid by the animals?

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It's an adventurous journey into a remote and fascinating world: in the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, people search for hidden treasures, explore the consequences of climate change, or dive with whales.

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Young people usually have large social networks; but now, they also feel lonelier than previous generations. How come? +++ Francesco Zanardi is demanding that Italy's Catholic Church takes decisive action against abuse.

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Think Elon Musk is rich? Meet Jakob Fugger. The billionaire of the Middle Ages. His fortune (worth $400 billion today!) gave him power over kings, popes, and emperors. Fugger shaped wars, religion, and politics, just like today's tech moguls shape the future. Find out how history's richest man compares to Musk, Bezos, and the super-rich of today.

Germany's economy is slowing, but innovation endures. U.S. President Donald Trump is rolling back climate action. Young global talent is looking elsewhere.