TV Programm für Deutsche Welle (Engl) am 17.03.2026

Artificial insemination has been a possibility for decades, yet aspects of it are still being debated - including in Europe. Not least of those is whether there should be a limit on how many times a donor can give sperm.

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The beaches of Zanzibar are heavenly. But there's more to this paradise than white sand and turquoise water. The country is poor and the infrastructure is often inadequate. Nevertheless, people's optimism is tangible.

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How does the brain turn experiences into memories? Scientists reveal how two neuron types control learning. Also: lynx rewilding, natural hydrogen, and avalanche risk.

From unnecessary C-sections to poorly healed C-section scars and depression - many women face stressful interventions and emotional crises around childbirth. What can help?

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Every new tsunami alert in Japan triggers traumatic memories of March 11, 2011 and fears of another nuclear meltdown. 15 years after a tsunami led to disaster at the Fukushima power plant, Japan is still dealing with the fallout.

Whether during the game or training: AI supports athletes with real-time analyses, personalized exercises and intelligent recovery strategies. Referees are also increasingly relying on AI systems.

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Geopolitical strife, economic instability, trade standoffs: much of the bad stuff happening around the world has made construction expensive - and in turn, housing unaffordable. The industry is also extremely resource and carbon intensive. Could modular construction lower costs, boost sustainability, and help solve the housing crisis?

The illegal trade in sea cucumbers is booming in the Indian Ocean. Plus: In Ecuador, a court decision creates a precedent for granting nature rights.

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Every new tsunami alert in Japan triggers traumatic memories of March 11, 2011 and fears of another nuclear meltdown. 15 years after a tsunami led to disaster at the Fukushima power plant, Japan is still dealing with the fallout.

Artificial insemination has been a possibility for decades, yet aspects of it are still being debated - including in Europe. Not least of those is whether there should be a limit on how many times a donor can give sperm.

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How does the brain turn experiences into memories? Scientists reveal how two neuron types control learning. Also: lynx rewilding, natural hydrogen, and avalanche risk.

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Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current system that brings warm water to Europe is weakening. Also: rising puma numbers cause conflict in Patagonia, and Bulgaria's legendary teacher fosters world class physicists.

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Geopolitical strife, economic instability, trade standoffs: much of the bad stuff happening around the world has made construction expensive - and in turn, housing unaffordable. The industry is also extremely resource and carbon intensive. Could modular construction lower costs, boost sustainability, and help solve the housing crisis?

Finding parking in Vienna is almost impossible, yet the city aims to slash more parking spots. Learn why that could help drivers, too. Plus: How researchers are making cycling safer and test driving the new Peugeot 308.

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Centuries-old beliefs protect Ghana's monkeys, but rising tensions and habitat loss now put that bond to the test. Plus: a literal lifeline for South Africa's seabirds and a hand-built amateur EV truck.

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Geopolitical strife, economic instability, trade standoffs: much of the bad stuff happening around the world has made construction expensive - and in turn, housing unaffordable. The industry is also extremely resource and carbon intensive. Could modular construction lower costs, boost sustainability, and help solve the housing crisis?

How does the brain turn experiences into memories? Scientists reveal how two neuron types control learning. Also: lynx rewilding, natural hydrogen, and avalanche risk.

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Every new tsunami alert in Japan triggers traumatic memories of March 11, 2011 and fears of another nuclear meltdown. 15 years after a tsunami led to disaster at the Fukushima power plant, Japan is still dealing with the fallout.

Whether during the game or training: AI supports athletes with real-time analyses, personalized exercises and intelligent recovery strategies. Referees are also increasingly relying on AI systems.

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Women in Africa are being silenced, abused - and fighting back. This week's show looks at gender-based violence from East to West Africa, and the historic political gains women are making in Namibia.