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Ocean

Family-run fisheries struggle as new generation casts net wider

In partnership with the European Commission

For generations fishing has been a respected trade and a traditional way of life for many families across Europe. But today, the number of local fishers is dwindling.

World News

'We must not let fear stop us': Young women share stories of activism

At a United Nations summit in Geneva, young women spoke about child marriage, sexual slavery, indigenous rights, corruption and climate change.

World

Abu Dhabi Youth Hub opens, UAE Youth Minister talks new challenges and initiatives

Against the UAE capital’s skyline of towering, angular buildings, the newly opened Abu Dhabi Youth Hub stands out.

World

What’s it like to be a blind voice-over artist? Amal Al Mansouri tells her story

Thirty-one-year-old Emirati, Amal Al Mansouri is a struggling artist of a different kind.

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World

How are Lebanese protesters using art to express their views?

Against the backdrop of Lebanon’s political protests, which began in October, a creative and musical art scene emerged.

United Kingdom

UK election prompts surge in young voter registration

There has been a surge in registration among voters aged under 25 since Boris Johnson announced Britain would be holding a snap general election on December 12.

Musica

Time with the best: Vienna Philharmonic's mastery passed to Peruvian protégés

“Sinfonía por el Perú” is a project created eight years ago by Tenor Juan Diego Flórez which offers free music education to disadvantaged children. Fifty of the young group traveled to Saltzburg to learn from the best. Watch the Musica programme to see how they got on.

World

NBA jnr league basketball takes off in Morocco

The jnr. NBA program and OCP group, a world-leader in the phosphate industry, in an effort to teach life skills and empower youths across Morocco are tapping into what they have called the transformative power of basketball.

No Comment

Fridays for Future calls for more action against climate change

Hundreds of protesters from the 'Fridays for Future' movement took to the streets of Frankfurt on Friday. At the same time, protesters also gathered in Berlin and formed a human chain around the chancellery, demanding more action be taken against climate change

Musica

The power of music: Juan Diego Flórez gives hope to disadvantaged children in Peru

Juan Diego Flórez is proving that music can be a life changer for the poorest and most disadvantaged kids.

World

Co-founder of Atari, Nolan Bushnell launches new game

Being the co-founder of Atari, and the inventor of the smash-hit 1970’s arcade game Pong, earned Nolan Bushnell the nickname of, “the father of video-gaming”.

Sweden

14% young Europeans at risk of depression, Sweden tops the list: Study

14% young Europeans at risk of depression, Sweden tops the list: Study

World News

Nearly half of young European Jews face antisemitic harassment: study

44% of young Europeans Jews face antisemitic harassment and almost half don't wear clothing identified with their religion because of fears over their safety, a new EU report found.

World News

Nearly 9% more young men in work or education than women in EU: report

According to recent data from Eurostat, nearly 9% more young men have jobs or are in education than women on the continent.

World

Young Nigerian graduate supporting Boko Haram victims

On today's episode of Inspire Africa, host Jerry Bambi, does the round trip to West and East Africa - Nigeria, Ghana and Uganda feature in this episode.

Focus

Football for Friendship: Sportsmanship has no borders

In partnership with Gazprom Football

The 5 day event attended by children from 57 different countries took place in Madrid this year, coinciding with the UEFA Champions League final.

Sport

Football for Friendship profiles: Sri Lanka, Ghana and Denmark

Football for Friendship profiles: Sri Lanka, Ghana and Denmark

Sport

"Play football, it’s good for our lives!” says Makhsumov, Tajikistan

In partnership with Gazprom Football

"Play football, it’s good for our lives!” says Makhsumov, Tajikistan

Focus

Football for Friendship sets world record for multiculturalism

In partnership with Gazprom Football

A programme for young people - that helps develop their football skills and give them an international outlook - has broken the world record for most nationalities involved in a football training session.

Sport

Football for Friendship profile: Sophie, USA

In partnership with Gazprom Football

"Football can make people happy, it can bring joy to communities,” says Sophie Folds, USA