RE: European Stories (2017)

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Next episode: S10E136 · 2026-10-13

1. 1 1. Will alcohol-free wine save winemakers?2026-01-02 · 31mLess and less wine is being consumed in Europe – and this is threatening our wine regions. Winemakers in Spain and Germany are looking for a way out of the crisis – by producing al
2. 2 2. Malta - Desert or Water Laboratory of the Future?2026-01-05 · 29mMalta – Europe's driest island and, at the same time, its driest country. The island nation is fighting for survival. While tourist numbers continue to grow, the water supply is dw
3. 3 3. Bulgaria: The Super Physics Teacher2026-01-06 · 30mWith his reputation as a Nobel Prize winner, Bulgarian Teodosi Teodosiev is undoubtedly one of the best physics teachers in the world, and his students dominate international scien
4. 4 4. Spain: High Seas Rescue2026-01-07 · 30mThe Juan de la Cosa – one of the few civilian hospital ships in the world – is on a mission in the Atlantic. It is accompanying the fishing fleet in the Bay of Biscay, ready to int
5. 5 5. Spiders: Between Phobia and Fascination2026-01-09 · 29mExotic spiders are increasingly common in Europe: some are imported by terrarium enthusiasts, while others, like the spiny-legged spider, are spreading due to climate change. Altho
6. 6 6. Poor masters, poor beasts!2026-01-12 · 30mPets are often full members of the family. But with rising veterinary and food costs, more and more homeowners are struggling to provide for their four-legged friends. Some find th
7. 7 7. Georgia's children, declared dead and then sold2026-01-13 · 29mPanagiotis Souroukli was born in Georgia and sold for adoption in Cyprus as a newborn. It was only when he was looking for his biological parents that he discovered forged document
8. 8 8. Last trip to Belgium, for euthanasia2026-01-15 · 29mEuthanasia has been legal in Belgium for over twenty years. In France it remains banned – and very controversial. Numerous French patients with incurable degenerative diseases ther
9. 9 9. Give up alcohol and live life to the fullest!2026-01-16 · 30mWith family, in nightclubs or after work, alcohol is often part of the party. According to the WHO, Europeans ingest on average 9.2 liters of ethanol per year: a world record. Howe
10. 10 10. Disbanding of the PKK: a hope for peace?2026-01-19 · 30mIn February 2025, PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan called on his supporters to lay down their arms. In Diyarbakir, Turkey, the "mothers of peace" advocate dialogue with the Turkish state
11. 11 11. Latvia Arms Itself Against Putin2026-01-20 · 29mFollowing four volunteers an artist, a sports journalist, an industrial climber, and a Catholic priest during their training in the Latvian National Guard. One enlisted well before
12. 12 12. Tracking Gas Leaks2026-01-21 · 30mMost often of natural origin, methane contributes to global warming, far more than CO2. However, gas and oil infrastructure can be prone to methane leaks. In Croatia, an expert use
13. 13 13. Climate: New Dangers in the Mountains2026-01-22 · 30mMelting glaciers, rockfalls, and landslides: these are the consequences of climate change in the mountains. Trails and routes that once seemed safe are no longer passable. When fac
14. 14 14. Urban Exploration in Romania: Saving the Relics2026-01-23 · 30mGhost cinemas, spa towns whose splendor is now just a distant memory, depopulated villages: photographer Alex Iacob explores the abandoned places of Romania. With his camera, he fi
15. 15 15. Ireland Overwhelmed by Cocaine2026-01-26 · 30mIn Ireland, cocaine is wreaking havoc. The drug arrives by sea and floods the market. With an exponential increase in consumption since 2017, this crisis is particularly affecting
16. 16 16. Breast Cancer: Their Daily Struggle2026-01-28 · 30mIn Germany, one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, mastectomy, hair loss: the treatments and their side effects leave their mark
17. 17 17. Romanian Expats: To Leave or to Return?2026-01-29 · 30mSince the fall of the communist bloc, Romania has experienced a significant demographic decline. Millions of its citizens have emigrated to Western Europe in search of better caree
18. 18 18. In Austria, the diabolical Krampus parade2026-01-30 · 30mEvery year, demonic creatures called Krampus invade towns and villages in Austria on St. Nicholas' Day. These bogeymen with goat heads, dressed in animal skins, frighten onlookers,
19. 19 19. The reading phenomenon of Gen Z2026-02-02 · 30mUnderstanding the world through reading seemed to be off the table for a while. Now, reading is part of a new lifestyle: Young women between 18 and 30 are captivated by lavishly de
20. 20 20. Forgotten villages in Albania's mountains2026-02-03 · 30mIn the mountains of northern Albania, German Capuchin friars care for the few remaining Christians. Brother Jeremias Borgards tends to the sick and elderly who live alone and have
21. 21 21. Ninja, a sport conquers Europe2026-02-04 · 30mNinja – that means swinging, climbing, jumping, and constantly facing new challenges on obstacle courses. What began as a TV format is increasingly developing into an organized spo
22. 22 22. The Mafia's sacred cows2026-02-05 · 30mIn Calabria, free-roaming herds of cattle terrorize entire communities. They are known as the "sacred cows" of the 'Ndrangheta. They are considered untouchable, as they still symbo
23. 23 23. When there's no money for tampons and pads2026-02-09 · 30mFor many women, menstruation represents a significant financial burden: often, girls and women don't have enough money to afford sufficient hygiene products. Re: accompanies those
24. 24 24. Foreign Doctors Save German Provincial Hospitals2026-02-10 · 30mMany hospitals rely on foreign doctors to function. We meet Mohamed Cherbagi from Syria and Ina Viaroukina from Belarus, two examples among the tens of thousands of foreign doctors
25. 25 25. Living with floods2026-02-12 · 29mFaced with the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in Europe, efforts are being made to mitigate torrential rains and storm surges. Residents along the Baltic coast are
26. 26 26. Iranians in Europe: A Cry for Freedom2026-02-13 · 30mIn Iran, the crackdown on the latest wave of protests has undoubtedly been the bloodiest since the establishment of the Islamic Republic – human rights organizations report tens of
27. 27 27. Bosnia's Citizens and Illegal Waste2026-02-16 · 30mIn Bosnia and Herzegovina, waste is widely and uncontrollably dumped in nature. According to environmental authorities, there are over 1,000 illegal dumpsites, and the few public l
28. 28 28. The EU Parliament's Perpetual Commuting2026-02-18 · 31mEvery month, the entire European Parliament relocates. 720 members of parliament and thousands of staff members move from Brussels to Strasbourg, some 400 kilometers away, for almo
29. 29 29. Orca Shows at an End?2026-02-19 · 30mWikie and Keijo have gained notoriety for all the wrong reasons. After the closure of a water park on the French Riviera, the two orcas were left behind in the now dilapidated and
30. 30 30. Not my king – Doubts about Charles2026-02-20 · 29mMore and more Britons are questioning the legitimacy of the monarchy today. While Elizabeth II was considered the mother of the nation during her reign, her death in 2022 and the a
31. 31 31. Poland: These Milk Bars Have Become Cult Classics2026-02-23 · 29mPierogis, cottage cheese pancakes, tomato soup: in Poland, milk bars serve traditional dishes at very affordable prices. For many retirees, they embody the social policies of the c
32. 32 32. Kharkiv - My brother, dead in Ukraine2026-02-24 · 30mKai is searching for answers about the death of his brother Michael, who had volunteered for the Ukrainian army from Germany. The report shows what this decision means for those le
33. 33 33. A polar cold snap hits Northern Europe2026-02-25 · 30mPersistent frost gripped northern Germany and Poland at the beginning of 2026. Nighttime temperatures plummeted to double-digit sub-zero levels, freezing lakes, rivers, and even pa
34. 34 34. I want to live to 120!2026-02-26 · 30mMore and more people are trying to achieve longevity. Some want to live to 120, others even dream of immortality. To achieve this, they endure temperatures as low as -110 degrees C
35. 35 35. Croatia Between Mines and Sea2026-02-27 · 30mFormer wartime commander Ivica wants to expand his hotel business, as Croatian tourism is booming. But the country and its people are still scarred by the war. The government plans
36. 36 36. Young French people take over old farms2026-03-02 · 30mNearly 200 farms disappear every week in France, primarily because many farmers are retiring. Who will take their place? Many of these farmers' children prefer to decline: too much
37. 37 37. Too many animals in the zoo – How does modern species conservation work?2026-03-03 · 30mIn 2025, twelve healthy baboons were killed at Nuremberg Zoo due to lack of space. This sparked outrage and protests. From the zoo's perspective, the killing of the surplus animals
38. 38 38. Special Unit for Vienna's Migrant Women2026-03-05 · 30mIn Austria, many migrant women live withdrawn and isolated lives. They speak little German and do not work – because they cannot or are not allowed to. When these women need help,
39. 39 39. German Expats: Growing Old in Tuscany?2026-03-06 · 30mMany Germans have settled in Tuscany. Wolfgang (78) and Roman (81) have lived there for a long time in a hilltop medieval village, where they have integrated perfectly. How do you
40. 40 40. Blacksmiths' Competition2026-03-09 · 30mChampionships in Stia, Italy, the best young blacksmiths in the trade are competing. Two apprentices from Hamburg are also vying for the title against 250 competitors from across E
41. 41 41. The Dinosaur Fossil Business2026-03-11 · 29mDriven by private collectors, the trade in dinosaur bones is booming. As dealers such as Christian Link hunt for new fossils to sell at auction, Switzerland is preparing to sell th
42. 42 42. Girl Power for an Ancient Ritual2026-03-12 · 30mIn Viterbo, an Italian city steeped in centuries-old tradition, the nearly 30-meter-high Macchina di Santa Rosa is carried through the old town by over a hundred men every year on
43. 43 43. Doctors of the Aegean2026-03-13 · 30mGreece has over 200 inhabited islands, many of which lack medical care. Fortunately, there are doctors who visit such remote Aegean islands to volunteer their time. "Re:" accompani
44. 44 44. Saving Georgia's Largest Dam2026-03-16 · 29mBuilt during the Soviet era, the Enguri Dam is the largest structure in the Caucasus – erected in the heart of a seismically active zone. An engineering masterpiece upon which Geor
45. 45 45. The Challenges of Short Stature2026-03-17 · 30mPeople of short stature face many barriers, both in the education system and at work. Victims of daily discrimination, many want to challenge stereotypes and fight for greater visi
46. 46 46. Ski patrol paramedics on constant duty2026-03-19 · 30mThe number of accidents on Europe's ski slopes has been rising for years. In northern Italy alone, rescue teams record up to 12,000 falls and collisions per season. Overcrowded slo
47. 47 47. My Life After Ozempic2026-03-20 · 30mWeight loss injections are very popular across Europe and for a good reason: They successfully help most users to lose weight quickly. But after the treatment ends things can get d
48. 48 48. A Home for LGBTQ+ Seniors2026-03-23 · 30mEurope now has millions of LGBTQ+ seniors. Throughout their lives, they have faced prejudice and discrimination. And this continues in retirement homes. But inclusive and participa
49. 49 49. Stay-At-Home Dads2026-03-25 · 30mWomen still do more of the household tasks and childcare than men in Europe and it is unusual for men to be the primary caregiver. ARTE Re: went to meet fathers who stay at home to
50. 50 50. Public Health Funerals2026-03-26 · 30mFor people who have passed away with no next of kin, funerals are paid for by the state. ARTE Re: looks at how these very simple affairs happen in Berlin. Is it respectful to the d
51. 51 51. Road Wars in Paris2026-03-27 · 30mCity hall in Paris has been trying to reduce the number of cars on the city streets for some time now. A pro-bike policy with new cycle lanes and anti-car measures is supported by
52. 52 52. Bouncers Against Squatters in Spain2026-03-30 · 29m
53. 53 53. Crater Danger in Anatolia2026-03-31 · 30m
54. 54 54. The Sell-Off of Ski Resorts2026-04-01 · 30m
55. 55 55. A Pizzeria That Gives Autistic People Independence2026-04-02 · 30m
56. 56 56. Bosnia's Farmers and the Coal Clan2026-04-08 · 30m
57. 57 57. Hungary's Smear Campaign Against Anti-Fascists2026-04-09 · 30m
58. 58 58. Osteoarthritis – New hope for the knee2026-04-10 · 30m
59. 59 59. Women working underground – coal for Ukraine2026-04-13 · 30m
60. 60 60. The most dangerous horse race on the continent2026-04-15 · 30m
61. 61 61. Diagnose Multiple Sklerose2026-04-16 · 30m
62. 62 62. Europe's lithium hunger: who pays the price?2026-04-17 · 30m
63. 63 63. Europe's Fight Against Cocaine2026-04-20 · 30m
64. 64 64. Healing for Ukrainian Soldiers in the Carpathians2026-04-21 · 30mSince the start of the Russian invasion, almost 500,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been injured. In the Carpathians, many of them are turning to alternative medicine to treat their wo
65. 65 65. Anger at Luxury Yachts2026-04-23 · 30m
66. 66 66. A Village Doctor in Russia2026-04-28 · 30m
67. 67 67. The Blatten Landslide – A New Beginning from Nothing2026-04-30 · 30m
68. 68 68. Shadow Work in the Netherlands2026-05-05 · 30m
69. 69 69. Child Poverty in Spain2026-05-06 · 30m
70. 70 70. France's Shepherds: United for More Rights2026-05-07 · 30m
71. 71 71. My Life in Retro Style2026-05-08 · 30m
72. 72 72. Women's Rights in Latvia Under Threat2026-05-11 · 30m
73. 73 73. Women of the Gitans Struggle for Freedom2026-05-15 · 31mThe relatives of the Roma in Spain and Southern France are known as Gitans. They are often associated with lavish weddings, glittering dresses, and exuberant celebrations. Yet, hid
74. 74 74. Spain’s Boom Thanks to Immigration2026-05-18 · 30m
75. 75 75. Home: Venezuela - Exile: Madrid2026-05-21 · 30m
76. 76 76. Romania: The Uncharted Land2026-05-22 · 30m
77. 77 77. Sicily: A City on the Brink2026-05-27 · 30m
78. 78 78. Italy's Crumbling Heritage2026-06-02 · 30mItaly is often called an open-air museum, yet the collapse of the 800-year-old Torre dei Conti in Rome on November 3, 2025, highlights the fragility of its architectural legacy. Wi
79. 79 79. Giving a Kidney to a Stranger2026-06-03 · 30mIn the Netherlands, kidney exchange programs help incompatible donor-recipient pairs find compatible matches through a dedicated matching system. Up to eight transplants can take p
80. 80 80. Greek Asparagus Challenges the Competition2026-06-05 · 30mA Greek agricultural cooperative exports 500 tonnes of white asparagus to Germany each year. The profitable business is helping attract young people back to rural areas. Meanwhile,
81. 81 81. Romania's Controversial Horse Markets2026-06-09 · 30mHorse markets are a long-standing tradition in Romania. However, horse trading is heavily regulated to prevent the spread of diseases, and many traders struggle to meet the strict
82. 82 82. How Europe's Militaries Are Recruiting the Next Generation2026-06-10 · 30mAmid growing geopolitical tensions, many European countries are seeking to strengthen their armed forces - sometimes through unconventional approaches. Germany and France are attra
83. 83 83. Across Europe by Night Train2026-06-15 · 30mSince childhood, Michal Jaros (29) has been fascinated by trains. Today, he works as a steward aboard the Canopus night train connecting Prague and Zurich for Czech operator ČD Nig
84. 84 84. National Parks, Wildfires and the Challenge of Protection2026-06-16 · 30mClimate change, drought and increasingly severe wildfires are putting Europe's national parks under pressure. Using the Saxon-Bohemian Switzerland region as an example, this report
85. 85 85. When Citizens Take Justice into Their Own Hands2026-06-17 · 30mIn parts of France, understaffed courts and delays in criminal proceedings are fueling frustration among citizens who feel the justice system is failing to respond effectively. As
86. 86 86. The Snake Catchers of Cocullo2026-06-18 · 30m
87. 87 87. Nightlife District Under Pressure2026-06-19 · 30m
88. 88 88. The Tempi Train Disaster - Tragedy Without Consequences?2026-06-22 · 30m
89. 89 89. Postmen and Doctors Fighting for Better Health2026-06-23 · 30m
90. 90 90. New Ideas for Safer Cities2026-06-24 · 30m
91. 91 91. A Country at Its Limit - When the State Loses Its Municipalities2026-06-25 · 30m
92. 92 92. Sewing for Europe - The Invisible Women of Durrës2026-06-26 · 30m
93. 93 93. A Fresh Start at the Campsite2026-06-29 · 30mThe Maaß family leaves everything behind to run a campsite in northern Germany. Despite having everything ready, a slow start and too few guests put their dream at risk. The new se
94. 94 94. Blood Feuds in Albania2026-06-30 · 30m
95. 95 95. Scorched Land, Shattered Dreams?2026-07-01 · 30m
96. 96 96. Montenegro - Wild, Affordable, Corrupt?2026-07-02 · 30m
97. 97 97. Hungary - One Family at a Crossroads2026-07-03 · 30m
98. 98 98. K-Pop Passion2026-07-10 · 30mK-pop is topping streaming charts again, but for fans it is far more than music. Nhi pursues success with her dance crew, David redefines his view of masculinity, and devoted fans
99. 99 99. New Approaches to Policing2026-07-24 · 30m
100. 100 100. Project Kamp, the world benefactor in Portugal2026-08-24 · 30m
101. 101 101. Child abuse - soon to be a crime forever?2026-08-25 · 30m
102. 102 102. Raccoons Invade Europe2026-08-26 · 30mNearly a century after raccoons were introduced in Hesse, Germany, they are spreading across Europe. They raid nests, damage homes and threaten native wildlife. Their growing prese
103. 103 103. River swimming in the city2026-08-27 · 30m
104. 104 104. Megafires in France2026-08-28 · 30m
105. 105 105. Young, loud, democratic in Saxony-Anhalt2026-08-31 · 30m
106. 106 106. A Village and 1 Million Chickens2026-09-01 · 30m
107. 107 107. Generation No Kids in France2026-09-02 · 30m
108. 108 108. The War on the Other Shore2026-09-03 · 30m
109. 109 109. Albania between Protest and Profit2026-09-04 · 30m
110. 110 110. An Emperor for Austria?2026-09-07 · 31m
111. 111 111. Asylum in a House of Worship2026-09-08 · 31m
112. 112 112. Alone at 18, when state support ends2026-09-09 · 31m
113. 113 113. When Arsenic Poisons a Serbian Town2026-09-11 · 30mBor depends on copper mining, but many residents blame pollution from its Chinese-owned mine for their cancers. Now students and opposition activists are joining forces to demand m
114. 114 114. After the earthquake - The survivors of Antakya2026-09-11 · 30m
115. 115 115. 40 degrees Celsius in the shade - Europe's unequal heat2026-09-14 · 30mEurope experienced an extreme summer in 2026, but record heat does not affect everyone equally. In Paris, Berlin and Vienna, poorly insulated homes and a lack of shade can turn apa
116. 116 116. A farrier alleviates animal suffering in Romania2026-09-15 · 30m
117. 117 117. No more back pain!2026-09-16 · 30m
118. 118 118. Surgery in the womb, hope for babies2026-09-17 · 30m
119. 119 119. The Swiss and their bunkers2026-09-18 · 30m
120. 120 120. New life for Italy's kiosks2026-09-21 · 30m
121. 121 121. A Cheese at the Centre of a Dispute2026-09-22 · 30m
122. 122 122. Invasion of the Parrots2026-09-23 · 30m
123. 123 123. Between Two Worlds: Refugees from Ukraine2026-09-24 · 30m
124. 124 124. Small Flat? Renovate Instead of Moving2026-09-25 · 30m
125. 125 125. New start in the women's shelter2026-09-28 · 30m
126. 126 126. The Faroe Islands – In the Sights of the Great Powers2026-09-29 · 30m
127. 127 127. Bulgaria’s Rose Oil Industry in Crisis2026-09-30 · 30m
128. 128 128. Belgium’s Host Families for People with Mental Illness2026-10-01 · 30m
129. 129 129. Haute Cuisine for Everyone!2026-10-02 · 30m
130. 130 130. Asbestos Alert in Austria2026-10-05 · 30m
131. 131 131. Parents Against Social Media2026-10-06 · 30m
132. 132 132. Shalom Italy – A New Home for Israelis?2026-10-07 · 30m
133. 133 133. Back to Their Homeland: Poland2026-10-08 · 30m
134. 134 134. Following the Route of Turkish Guest Workers2026-10-09 · 30m
135. 135 135. Vorkuta – Russia’s Forgotten City in the Arctic2026-10-12 · 30m
136. 136 136. Episode 1362026-10-13 · 30m
137. 137 137. Episode 1372026-10-14 · 30m · Coming soon
138. 138 138. Episode 1382026-10-15 · 30m · Coming soon
139. 139 139. Episode 1392026-10-16 · 30m · Coming soon