From DW Documentary. In 2008, the United States launched "Project Cassandra". The aim was to uncover how Hezbollah uses drug trafficking and money laundering to finance its military and terrorist activities. The three-part series tells the story of the project. By 2008, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration had gathered sufficient evidence to show that Hezbollah…

From DW Documentary. Astonishing new data from the Italian farmers’ association: More and more young people are moving away from cities to rural areas in order to work in farming. For many, it’s an active choice to change career. The association says the number of young farmers in Italy has risen by 13 per cent…

From DW Documentary. India has set its sights on becoming an economic global power. For western entrepreneurs, the country could be a feasible alternative to China. But how sustainable is the current boom? "We’re a nuclear power, a space power. But India also wants to be an economic power,” says a former Indian ambassador. The…

From DW Documentary. While modern digital platforms prioritize speed and algorithmic curation, “The Budget” newspaper serves as the primary communication infrastructure for the Amish and Mennonite communities across North America. Since 1890, this weekly publication has bypassed the digital revolution, relying instead on a decentralized network of local "Scribes" who submit handwritten reports from all…

From DW Documentary. Neutrinos are elementary particles smaller than atoms. Research on them often takes place deep underground and opens new perspectives on the immensity of our universe – thanks to its focus on the infinitely small. Smaller than an atom, and able to race through objects at the speed of light: these mysterious particles…

From DW Documentary. Chinese manufacturers of batteries and electric cars are increasingly focusing on Hungary as a gateway into Europe. Factories are being built there, partly to circumvent EU customs duties. Hungary is actively courting Chinese investment and has repeatedly blocked tougher EU measures against China. Within the EU, this has raised political concerns about…

From DW Documentary. Armed gangs control much of Haiti, including the vast majority of the capital Port-au-Prince. According to UN reports, the associated violence left almost 6,000 people dead in 2025 alone and over 1.4 million displaced. Criminal gangs have formed a coalition called "Viv Ansanm" ("Living Together") to consolidate their grip on Port-au-Prince. They…

From DW Documentary. What happens when your eyesight begins to fail? Michael has glaucoma and has lost most of his eyesight. He’s had to reorder his whole life. For the longest time, Michael Lins didn’t notice anything was wrong. Then, one day in the bathroom, he’s surprised to find that what he thought was a…

From DW Documentary. For a cow to produce milk, she must give birth to a calf. Female calves later become dairy cows themselves, while male calves are surplus to the dairy industry’s requirements. They’re packed into trucks and suffer in transit on their way to fattening facilities. Cows must calve once a year to produce…

From DW Documentary. For a cow to produce milk, she must give birth to a calf. Female calves later become dairy cows themselves, while male calves are surplus to the dairy industry’s requirements. They’re packed into trucks and suffer in transit on their way to fattening facilities. Cows must calve once a year to produce…

From DW Documentary. In the collective memory, the Cold War is the conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union. However, one thing is often forgotten: the two superpowers also set their sights on the African continent. To this day, the Cold War is remembered as an East-West conflict that was fought in the…

From DW Documentary. The United States has a huge drug problem. Opioids have caused hundreds of thousands of deaths. While headlines often blame illegal drug trafficking by Latin American cartels, the crisis actually began 30 years ago, quite legally, in the United States. The Sackler family, former owners of Purdue Pharma, brought the highly addictive…

From DW Documentary. In India, more than 80 women are raped every day. This number is probably just the tip of the iceberg. In most cases, the crimes are not reported – whether out of shame, fear of the perpetrator, or mistrust of the police and the justice system. In the west of the country,…

From DW Documentary. China is pushing into European markets – and striving for ever greater military power. This has already had an impact on the internal and external security of Western countries. How dependent is Germany on China? Fancy some iced tea? It’ll be delivered by drone. A tree falls onto the road? The driverless…

From DW Documentary. While modern business culture equates success with high-tech "disruption" and personal luxury, the Amish furniture industry in Ohio thrives on a completely different set of rules. This community manages to run a high-output, multi-million dollar enterprise while intentionally remaining disconnected from the internet and the local power grid. The Amish are not…

From DW Documentary. Sixty years ago, Europe’s first seawater desalination plant was built in the Canary Islands. This technology for producing fresh water was a blessing for the islands. Now, it could prove to be a curse for the ecosystem. This water treatment system is essential for life in the area – but is it…

From DW Documentary. The survivors of the bar fire in the Swiss mountain resort and their families are desperately trying to come to terms with the tragedy. Could the New Year’s blaze in Crans-Montana that claimed 41 lives and left 116 people injured have been prevented? New Year’s celebrations ended in tragedy at the Le…

From DW Documentary. The Matterhorn is one of the most iconic mountains in the Swiss alps. It’s almost perfectly shaped like a pyramid. Climbing those steep cliffs can be challenging, but the mountain itself isn’t considered that difficult to scale, at least in terms of technical skill. According to the local rescue team, overcrowding is…

From DW Documentary. The danger is everywhere. An invisible poison — lead — has been destroying lives in Zambia for decades. Headaches, fatigue, stomach pain, memory loss — for many people in Kabwe, Zambia, all that is part of daily life. Children suffer the most. Lead damages their developing brains, slows learning and leaves scars…

From DW Documentary. For many single parents, everyday life can be a challenge. But a number of projects offer assistance and encouragement. Affordable housing, social networking, and childcare services are designed to ease the burden. Single parents in Europe can increasingly rely on help and support from people, associations, and institutions to help them balance…

From DW Documentary. France secretly used chemical weapons against independence fighters during the Algerian War. Newly evaluated archive material, eyewitnesses, and experts document the extent, background, and consequences of this warfare. A little-known chapter of colonial violence: The French army secretly used chemical weapons against independence fighters during the Algerian War (1954-1962). Maps, documents, and…

From DW Documentary. Liberland is a country that promises voluntary taxes and a lean state: A libertarian utopia that’s attracting like-minded people around the world. The only problem for its supporters? It doesn’t officially exist. After the Yugoslav Wars, the border between Serbia and Croatia along the Danube River remained unresolved. Vit Jedlička, a former…

From DW Documentary. What does dying feel like? What is it like to stand on the threshold of death — and turn back? Three young women talk about their near-death experiences and how these moments changed their lives. "I used to be extremely afraid of death. But ever since my near-death experience, that’s no longer…

From DW Documentary. The "Green Deal” is Europe’s recipe for economic growth and climate protection. But green technologies require critical raw materials, which often come from China. Is more mining in Europe a viable solution? Europe wants to encourage economic growth, while also saving our planet from climate collapse. The name of the plan to…

From DW Documentary. Thousands of people from Africa attempt to reach Europe via the Mediterranean. The EU is disrupting these migration routes and outsourcing its border control responsibilities to countries in the Sahara and Sahel regions. Christian and David try not to fall off the back of the pick-up. The vehicle is being driven at…

From DW Documentary. Thousands of people from Africa attempt to reach Europe via the Mediterranean. The EU is disrupting these migration routes and outsourcing its border control responsibilities to countries in the Sahara and Sahel regions. Christian and David try not to fall off the back of the pick-up. The vehicle is being driven at…

From DW Documentary. When the Berlin Wall fell, East Germany’s ruling party had a fortune—real estate, gold, foreign accounts. Then, in a whirlwind of shell companies, fake contracts, and Swiss vaults, it vanished. Decades later, investigators recovered 1.5 billion euros, but hundreds of millions remain missing. Where did the money go? #documentary #dwdocumentary #dwdocs ______…

From DW Documentary. What made our ancestors evolve in such an extraordinary way? This film presents the latest scientific theories on how the human species evolved and looks at the shadow side of our unique abilities. Some animals see, hear or smell better than humans. Others can find their way in the dark much better…

From DW Documentary. A technical masterpiece — and a big responsibility. The Kiel Canal in Germany is the busiest artificial waterway in the world. But keeping it operational is expensive. The infrastructure of the Kiel Canal is a much-discussed topic. As is the case in Germany with roads, bridges and railway tracks, cost-cutting measures are…

From DW Documentary. In hospices, caregivers and volunteers support patients who are seriously ill and dying. They focus on quality of life and dignity in those final stages, providing a peaceful environment where people can face their last days with grace and as little fear as possible. What are the stories behind hospices? #documentary #dwdocumentary…

From DW Documentary. Purdue Pharma earned billions with OxyContin. The company also triggered a race, as dozens of pharmaceutical companies rushed into the market. One was Insys, which sold fentanyl, a drug fifty times stronger than heroin. Profit was gained by any means necessary – from strippers seducing doctors to bribery, insurance fraud and massive…

From DW Documentary. They evacuate elderly and sick people, set up medical stations and organize escape routes. New structures of protection, security and dignity are emerging in Ukraine, while war shapes everyday life. All of Ukraine has been at war since Russia’s full-scale attack in February 2022. It is a war whose repercussions are inescapable.…

From DW Documentary. Muscles can do much more than just set our bodies in motion: regular muscle training has a positive impact on our overall health. This is because muscles work in a similar way to an endocrine organ: when activated, muscles release messenger substances called myokines, which directly influence our central organs such as…

From DW Documentary. Liberland is a country that doesn’t officially exist. A country that promises voluntary taxes and a lean state. It’s a libertarian utopia that’s finding more supporters worldwide. After the Yugoslav Wars, the border between Serbia and Croatia along the Danube river remained unresolved. Vit Jedlička, a former politician from the Czech Republic,…

From DW Documentary. There are around 1,500 known active volcanoes worldwide. A volcano is considered active if it has erupted in the last 10,000 years. Around 40 to 60 volcanoes erupt every year. The eruption of Mont Pelée on the Caribbean island of Martinique is considered the deadliest volcanic eruption of the 20th century. On…

From DW Documentary. When the sun goes down, India’s megacity’s most intense side comes to light. Queer subculture, everyday slum life and spiritual celebrity culture – Mumbai nightlife could hardly be more diverse. In the middle of it all is Zeesh, who uses drag and fashion to push visibility forward in a place where LGBTQ+…

From DW Documentary. On 3 February 2026, Said al-Islam al-Gaddafi was shot dead by four unknown gunmen in Zintan, Libya. This documentary was produced in 2023 and has not been updated for this reupload. It traces the turbulent life of the second son of the former Libyan dictator Muammar al-Gaddafi. In 2021, Saif al-Islam al-Gaddafi…

From DW Documentary. The mayor of Budapest, Gergely Karácsony, is facing criminal charges. In defiance of President Viktor Orbán’s ban, he organized a Pride march in the city on 28 June 2025—the largest such event ever held in Hungary. A few months earlier, the government had further tightened its controversial so-called Child Protection Law, which…

From DW Documentary. Women around the world are working to break down outdated structures and empower one another. Initiatives in Germany and Ecuador are calling for equal rights in the workplace, self-determination, and financial independence for women. One of the women working for change is surgeon Katja Schlosser. The former head physician at Agaplesion Hospital…

From DW Documentary. The United States has a huge drug problem: cheap opioids, thousands of deaths. President Trump blames Latin American cartels. But it all began 30 years ago, quite legally, in the United States. The Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, brought the prescription painkiller OxyContin – containing the highly potent opioid oxycodone –…

From DW Documentary. The Gulag was a vast system of forced labor camps in the Soviet Union, where prisoners, including political detainees, were subjected to harsh conditions, hard labor, and widespread abuses. Anna Karetnikova, a former senior analyst at Russia’s Penitentiary Service, says today’s prison system has only seen limited reform since then and raises…

From DW Documentary. Nature often struggles in the concrete jungles of growing cities. But many animals manage to adapt to the new conditions, thanks to changes in behavior, new survival strategies and, sometimes, even genetic changes. The film shows how animals in urban areas live alongside humans, develop new skills and learn habits and behaviors…

From DW Documentary. A new "amnesty law" announced by Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodriguez could lead to the release of hundreds of political prisoners. It also includes plans to shut down El Helicoide, one of the largest detention centers in the capital Caracas. For human rights activists like Edward Ocaríz, the announcement has been received…

From DW Documentary. With its booming economy, Vietnam is considered Asia’s next tiger economy. Since the communist government decided to replace Marxism with capitalism, the country has undergone a transformation. Vietnam has a growing number of millionaires, and signs of growth are everywhere. But this prosperity comes at a price: anyone who dares to criticize…

From DW Documentary. A filmmaker’s firsthand experience of the US attacks on Venezuela. Her country is at the center of geopolitics—but ordinary people are powerless. A view from Caracas, caught between hope and resignation. In December 2025, the death of her stepfather Nelson brought documentary filmmaker Anabel Rodríguez Ríos home to Venezuela, to mourn with…

From DW Documentary. Alexis Goertz searches for food on the roadside and in city parks. Alexis is Canadian and has lived in Berlin for over ten years. She turns walks through the city into a search for edible plants. 🏙️🌾 From mullein, acorn flour and wild garlic to fermented spreads and sourdough bread, Alexis shows…

From DW Documentary. After the authoritarian regime fell in 2024, Bangladesh is facing an important social and political decision. Which direction will it take? It was an uprising that made international waves: In August 2024, Sheikh Hasina’s authoritarian government fell after massive Gen Z protests swept across Bangladesh. It was the end of an era…

From DW Documentary. Here, death is ever-present. In hospices, carers and volunteers provide end-of-life support to people who are seriously ill and dying. Their goal is for people to be able to experiences their final weeks and days with dignity, as free from fear as possible. Paul Buchholz has been working at a hospice in…

From DW Documentary. Phyo Zeya Thaw was a prominent opponent of the military dictatorship in Myanmar. A voice for freedom that was silenced. In July 2022, Zeya Thaw was executed. And the military junta continues to oppress the people of Myanmar. 41-year-old Phyo Zeya Thaw is a star in the Southeast Asian country. He was…

From DW Documentary. Turkey’s Sea of Marmara is facing a hidden threat, a kind of slime known as “sea snot”. It is the smallest sea in the world, and is located between the Mediterranean and the Black Sea, working as a major transit hub. In 2021, the slime covered most of the sea’s surface. This…

From DW Documentary. What impact does good muscle tone have on our health? Studies show that muscle training can slow down the ageing process, prevent metabolic disorders and even inhibit cancer cells. The muscular system is the largest system in our body, accounting for around 30 to 40 percent of our body weight. Healthy and…

From DW Documentary. More than ever, digital platforms are being used for manipulation and blackmail. This documentary goes behind the scenes of a cruel online world, and shows just how close the danger is. When an opportunity for love or big money beckons online, it can be hard to say no — or even question…

From DW Documentary. Could underwater farms be a sustainable alternative to traditional agriculture? 🌊🌱 Nemo’s Garden started in 2012. Since then, all kinds of herbs, fruits, vegetables and even mushrooms have been grown there.🍄‍🟫 The underwater domes provide plants with a safe and stable environment – constant light and no pests or no significant changes…

From DW Documentary. The Amish still live as they did in the 17th century: without electricity, phones or cars. While many continue to resist the temptations of the modern world, others are breaking away from the group. For the Amish community in the USA, only the word of the Lord counts. They follow biblical principles…

From DW Documentary. Aboard the research vessel Meteor, scientists venture into the vast Atlantic. Five weeks in tight quarters push the team beyond its limits. Their mission: to study unknown species and habitats at the bottom of the sea. It’s 3 a.m. in the middle of the Atlantic, and Meteor is surrounded by darkness. But…

From DW Documentary. Reporting on the ground in wars and conflicts presents a great risk to the lives of journalists and media workers. According to a UNESCO report, 186 journalists have been killed while covering war and conflicts between 2022-2025 – a 67% increase compared to the previous period. Why do war reporters on the…

From DW Documentary. Anil Jadhav is an Indian farmer. He had always dreamed of having a large family. But as droughts in his homeland increase, his income — and marriage prospects — are dwindling. While the ecological and economic impacts of climate change are frequently reported on, the social aspects often remain in the shadows.…

From DW Documentary. The Neretva in Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of Europe’s last wild rivers. Its unique ecosystem is threatened with destruction. Despite objections, politicians and entrepreneurs are allowing hydroelectric power plants to be built here. But resistance to the plans remains strong. Over the past millennia, the Neretva has developed into a globally…

From DW Documentary. Dori Laub pioneered a radical form of listening. The psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor began recording the stories of other survivors in the late 1970s. This is a film about the power of listening. When Dori Laub began recording the stories of other survivors in the late 1970s, he was preserving memory. But…

From DW Documentary. Cities, floating on the ocean. It sounds like science fiction, but could soon become reality. Researchers are developing concepts for life on water – on a grand scale. Initial tests are promising. Is success a genuine possibility? Over half of humanity lives near the coast. But in many places, flooding is a…