At least 15 hospitalised after double-decker bus crashes in London
Paul Hackett
Why banks are vital to funding resilient infrastructure worldwide
In partnership with AIIB
From floods to blackouts, the pressure to build climate-ready infrastructure is growing. Development banks are stepping in to bridge the finance gap — but can they move fast enough?
Marking a decade of development: What's next for the AIIB at 10?
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) kicks off its annual meeting on Tuesday in Beijing, but why is it important for Europe?
How Bukhara's ancient water systems inspire today’s climate solutions
In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan
In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we explore how Bukhara’s ancient water systems still shape life today, as a city in the desert adapts to the challenges of climate change.
Inside Khiva’s heritage: from puppet theatres to palace courtyards
In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan
In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we visit Khiva, Uzbekistan’s desert gem, where puppet makers, dancers and ancient palaces keep the spirit of the Silk Road alive.
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Tasting tradition: from plov in Tashkent to samsa in Parkent
In partnership with Agency of Information and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan
In this episode of Silk Road Adventures, we explore Uzbekistan’s culinary heritage, from Tashkent’s food markets and plov centre to a mountain village famous for its seasonal samsa.
Kazakh artists blend ancient nomadic sounds with contemporary styles
In partnership with MDQ
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet Kazakh musicians who are fusing ancient traditions with modern genres, captivating global audiences and breathing new life into the country's rich cultural heritage.
Meet the rising stars of Kazakh ballet taking centre stage in Astana
In partnership with MDQ
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet Kazakhstan's brightest ballet stars, who are blending classical techniques with Kazakh traditions and making Astana a global hub for the art form.
Meet the Kazakh artists reviving tradition through contemporary art
In partnership with MDQ
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet the Kazakh artists who are combining ancient nomadic heritage with modern creativity - transforming carpets, leaves and comics into striking new expressions of cultural identity.
Kazakhstan’s Hollywood stunt stars and cinema’s golden age
In partnership with MDQ
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore Kazakhstan's cinematic rise, from world-class stunt performers to acclaimed directors, showcasing how the country's nomadic roots shape its bold film identity.
How Kazakhstan’s designers are fusing tradition and sustainability to redefine global fashion
In partnership with MDQ
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore Kazakhstan's evolving fashion scene. Designers are fusing traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics and sustainability, creating a bold new identity for the country.
Tradition meets modernity in China’s “Venice of the East”
A co-production with CGTN
Crossing Cultures explores the ancient Chinese city of Suzhou, famed for its classical gardens, canals and culinary delights.
The shared traditions of Zisha teapot making and crystal glass
A co-production with CGTN
Crossing Cultures heads to Yixing in eastern China to learn more about the ancient art of Zisha teapots, while in Europe the team visits Saint-Louis to discover the firm's famous crystal creations.
Gardens of culture: French grandeur & Chinese serenity
A co-production with CGTN
In this episode of Crossing Cultures, we explore two iconic garden models - a grand French masterpiece and a tranquil Chinese oasis - to discover how nature and design reflect the cultural identities that shaped them.
The Bulgarian water plant transforming waste into power
In partnership with the European Commission
Getting water to our taps and treating it afterwards accounts for about 5% of the greenhouse gas emissions of many countries. But one water plant in Bulgaria is bucking the trend. Can this be scaled up so the water industry gets to net zero?
Athens harnesses ancient Roman aqueduct to combat climate change
In partnership with the European Commission
Athens is no stranger to blistering heat, but faced with soaring summer temperatures the city is tapping into its ancient Roman engineering to create more green spaces. Water Matters journeyed underground to learn more.
Natural solution: why nature is our best water manager
In partnership with the European Commission
Climate change, pollution, and ever-growing demand are putting a huge strain on our water resources. But could the natural world help us? In this Crash Course, we explore how Nature-based solutions (NBS) are increasingly being used to tackle floods, droughts, and water scarcity.
The teams competing to clean plastic from Hungary's rivers
In partnership with the European Commission
Most plastic in our oceans comes from rivers, so tackling that pollution at its source is essential. But how do you do that in rivers that flow through several countries, like the Danube and Tisza? Water Matters went to Hungary to meet the teams trying to do just that.
As demand rises can the EU make industry's water use more sustainable?
In partnership with the European Commission
Our water use continues to rise, from the food we eat to the technology we use. In this Crash Course, we'll explore the water footprint concept. How different industries contribute to it; asking what the EU is doing to make our consumption more sustainable
How Flanders is harnessing nature to prevent deadly floods
In partnership with the European Commission
The last few months have been a stark reminder in Europe of the power of flooding and the devastation it can cause. But could nature, rather than heavy engineering, solve our flood management problems?
The EU's unprecedented response to tumultuous times
In partnership with The European Commission
The current EU Parliament and Commission had just begun the work of their five-year agenda when it was derailed by Covid-19 and then the Ukraine war. As the institutions' mandate enters a final phase, Real Economy gets the views of key players in Brussels on one of the EU's most difficult chapters.
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