Jim Al-Khalili Physical travels through Syria, Iran, Tunisia and Spain to tell the story of the great leap in scientific knowledge that took place in the Islamic world between the ages 8 and 14. His legacy is tangible ones such as algebra, the algorithm and alkali all Arab in origin and in the heart of … Read more
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the most famous art museums in the world. It houses almost the entire collection by the Medici family. Opened in 1769, the museum was first modern museum in the history of Europe. Home to some of the most famous works including masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da … Read more
Professor Brian Cox reveals how fundamental scientific principles and laws to explain not only the history of the universe, but the story of us all. Destiny. Having explored the wonders of the solar system, Professor Brian Cox boldly steps an even bigger stage – the universe. Who are we? Where do we come? For thousands … Read more
Grand Canyon is one of the oldest U.S. national parks and is located in Arizona. Within the park lies the Grand Canyon, a gorge of the Colorado River, considered one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. The park covers 1902 km ² (4927 km ²) of unincorporated Coconino County and Mohave County. This … Read more
Lisa Ling is an American journalist, television personality, and author. Currently, she is the host of This is Life with Lisa Ling on CNN. In this episode, she travels to Centennial Park, Arizona. There, she visits one of the most closed-off communities. She gets an access to a group of modern-day mem and women who … Read more
Living high in the Himalayas, the snow leopard is one of the most unique cats in the world. And he is endangered. The snow leopard is fighting for its survival, and he is running out of time. Today, there are fewer than 7,000 snow leopards left in the wild. New roads, mining projects disrupting their … Read more
Reporter David Modell films a remarkable film spent in the questionable company of Mark Collett, leader of the youth wing of the British National Party, a white supremacist party, and reveals the true nature of a party trying to reinvent itself and broaden its appeal. A rising star of the party, Collet reveals to Modell … Read more
Pedigree dogs are suffering from genetic diseases following years of inbreeding, an investigation has found. A BBC documentary says they are suffering serious problems, because the emphasis is on health when breeding dogs for shows. The program shows spaniels with brains too big for their skulls and boxers suffering from epilepsy. The Kennel Club says … Read more
Pete Edward Rose is one of the best baseball players. He is known by his nickname “Charlie Hustle”. He played in the Major League from 1963 to 1983, and managed the Cincinnati Reds from 1984 to 1989. He is the all-time MLB leader in hits, games played, at-bats, singles, and outs. He won three World … Read more
Elvis Aaron Presley was an American singer and actor. Dubbed the “King of Rock and Roll”, he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century. On August 16, 1977, he was discovered dead in his Graceland mansion at the age of 42, found motionless on a bathroom floor by … Read more