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The Korean War by Indy Neidell followes the Korean war week by week.

Glittering facades, vibrant life, and people facing the daily struggle for survival. ZDF correspondents each profile a megacity within their reporting area. How do people celebrate, laugh, and love in such a city? How are problems like housing shortages, food supply, transportation, and climate change solved – in metropolises with over ten million inhabitants?

Boss Michael Manousakis and his team buy, restore, and trade rare vehicles and military equipment worldwide, turning their massive German base into a hub of high-stakes deals and adventure.

In 2012, a string of grisly murders sent shock waves through the Berlin party scene. The killer remained at large — until one of his targets survived.

A unique twist to the talent show genre, spotlighting the lesser-known relatives of celebrities as they sing duets alongside their incognito famous family members. A studio audience, doubling as contestants, engages in a guessing game through a series of rounds and clues, with a chance to win up to $100,000 by identifying the concealed celebrity connection before the big reveal.

Angela Merkel, Germany's first female chancellor, ended the "Merkel era" in 2021 after 16 years and with it a remarkable rise from "Kohl's girl" to "the most powerful woman in the world". Today their legacy is overshadowed by the climate crisis, Russia and the refugee issue. Two and a half years after her departure, the documentary series sheds light on the key years of her career and chancellorship, including Samira El Ouassil, LeFloid, Marina Weisband and Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer. The series focuses on the view of the “Merkel Generation” on the chancellorship of the first woman at the head of Germany.

Spectacular crimes in German criminal history: Investigators and experts explain the possibilities and limitations of investigative work at that time – and why the cases still amaze today.

The People’s Republic of China now plays a central role in global politics, economics and diplomacy – more than it ever has before. Its president, Xi Jinping openly espouses the model forged by former Chairman, Mao Zedong, known as the Great Helmsman. But what do we really know about Mao? And how does his legacy relate to Xi’s ‘China Dream’? This 3-part documentary series explores Mao Zedong, his beliefs and his methods. It shows how these have shaped Xi’s philosophy and the reality of today’s China. Mao had set China on the road to true sovereignty, freeing it from the humiliation of foreign domination. Xi is now completing that journey towards the strong Middle Kingdom and cultural predominance that Mao aimed for – while sweeping under the carpet the unthinkable victims and costs of Mao’s rule. The story arc of Mao’s astonishing biography provides varied and profound insights into the ideals, strategies and ambitions of today’s People’s Republic and its position in the next decade.

As the presidential election approaches, this four-part documentary journeys deep into the divided nation of America. What do ordinary Americans in 2024 think of the polarised debate in the USA?

Straight nose? Fewer wrinkles? Hyaluron, Botox, fat removal injections? Welcome to the beauty docs and social media stars Dr. Rick & Dr. Nick! The two young doctors are best friends and together have carried out almost 20,000 beauty treatments in the last year. In 12 episodes, the two high-flyers give an insight into their everyday practice life, which keeps them on their toes - and their private lives are also turbulent.

Two brothers from Berlin are living their big dream: they play basketball together in the American professional league NBA, win the World Cup title with the German national team in 2023, and qualify to participate in the Olympic Games in Paris. Two young men at the peak of their success so far.

Crypto currency, crime, corruption and four billion dollars still missing. How did Ruja Ignatova, the Crypto Queen, con so many ordinary people out of everything?

Travel from Vietnam's northern mountains to the tropical Mekong Delta in search of the last endemic species threatened by extinction.

Long regarded as mere subjects for amateur or specialist nature photographers, animals are increasingly inspiring art photographers to produce surprising creations, sometimes with a social message. Five photographers present their work and their perspectives on the animal world.

When there is a fire, they go in where others run out: the emergency services from the fire and rescue stations in Barmbek, Berliner Tor and the city center. In an emergency, seconds often mean the difference between life and death.

Mysterious lagoons, miles of sandy beaches and impressive cliffs characterize this unique natural landscape. Historic cities such as Dubrovnik, Piran, Trieste and Venice reveal their eventful history. The people who live in close contact with the Adriatic Sea experience the beauty and vulnerability of nature first-hand and are committed to protecting it. The series dives into this special sea: unique and beautiful, familiar and yet full of surprises.

A hundred years ago, long-distance travel became popular and a social event instead of being expeditions as before. The new feeling of wanderlust arises. The five-part series depicts a journey around the globe with previously unreleased film footage from the 1920's and 1930's, photographs by onboard photographers, and travel writer's notes.

Prejudices and clichés about East and West Germany continue to shape parts of society. How does this affect Generation Z, who only know about the division of Germany from stories? Seven women and men aged 21 to 28 - representing Generation Z - offer an insight into the mindset and everyday life of a generation that is growing up in a time when the East-West conflict, political radicalization and social upheaval are more relevant than ever. The focus is on three subject areas: family and identity, business and career, and politics and social engagement.