The series uncovers some extraordinary warrior skeletons from history: Samurai, Crusaders and The British Navy. The episodes will unleash the full force of modern forensics upon them: battle scars, bone deformations and recoverable scraps of DNA will all be tested and explored.
Tabineko Roman (旅猫ロママン) is a travelogue programme about cats that has been broadcast on CS "Tabi Channel" (旅チャンネル) since 2015, as well as on local and independent stations nationwide.
If you were to meet a cat on your travels, would it be on a southern island? A port town? Or a corner of an ancient city filled with emotion?
Gail Porter once again join forces with Chris Fleming to see if they can make contact with the spirits in order to explain the paranormal mysteries that have haunted Scotland’s most iconic landmarks for centuries.
"El Bulli - The History of a Dream" tells the amazing story of how Ferrán Adrià, a boy with a modest background with no interest in cooking, became the most influential chef in modern history and one of the world's most disruptive thinkers of our times. His legendary restaurant El Bulli changed forever the way we eat, pioneering a dialogue between gastronomy, art, design and science.
Covering the full story of Scotland's most legendary mythical beast, including detailed analyses of Nessie, factoring in forensics and eyewitness accounts from those who claim to have even hunted the creature.
True Life Crime UK investigates the most harrowing true crime mysteries rocking headlines and social feeds. The victims were young; the crimes against them were shocking and haunting questions remain.
The extraordinary lives of Jeju Island’s female free divers are brought to the surface by one of South Korea’s biggest television personalities – Song Ji-hyo.
The television star undertakes her greatest challenge yet – free diving with the legendary Haenyeo. Now mostly in their 80s, they risk their lives plunging up to 20 metres to the seafloor without air apparatus to gather shellfish. Most Haenyeo start training aged eight. Ji-hyo crams over 30 years of preparation into a month. As she tests her limits, Ji-hyo discovers how the changing marine environment coupled with an ageing population threatens the nation’s incredible Haenyeo heritage – and explores what it will take to preserve their way of life.
In the 1980s, Liverpool became the epicentre of a drugs boom that was to change Britain forever. With unprecedented access to some of the biggest players, this is the story of how drugs went mainstream and dealing became a multi-billion pound business
How to Look Good Naked is a television program, first aired on British Channel 4 in 2006, in which fashion stylist Gok Wan encourages women and men who are insecure with their bodies to strip nude for the camera. The programme is unique among other similar makeover shows in that it never encourages participants to undergo cosmetic surgery or lose weight. The US format premiered on Lifetime Television in 2008 with Carson Kressley hosting, it was the #1 Unscripted Show on the network at the time.
A remote Scottish island, a crumbling mansion and two Australian dreamers - interior designer Banjo and his husband Ro take on the Hebrides’ most improbable hotel makeover.
Showcases true stories of paranormal experiences, presented in a documentary format by host Robert Stack. These episodes delve into unexplained phenomena, including ghostly encounters, haunted locations, and other mysterious occurrences, often involving witnesses, relatives, and government officials.
Historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Peter Ginn and Tom Pinfold turn the clock back 500 years to the early Tudor period to become tenant farmers on monastery land.
This off-beat series follows the exploits of the Bush Mechanics, a group of engaging Aboriginal characters, as they travel through central Australia.
Combining adventure, magic, realism and a distinctive brand of humour, Bush Mechanics provides an insight into both contemporary and traditional Aboriginal culture.
After a year and a half of closures, the family-run Hastings Hotels, one of Northern Ireland’s most luxurious hotel chains, have reopened their doors. Staff prepare to welcome back guests, but the group lost over £16 million in 2021 and, in this new world of hospitality, the challenges they face are massive.
Meanwhile, in Belfast, the iconic Europa Hotel is gearing up for a series of sold-out exclusive gigs by singer-songwriter Van Morrison. However, the event go ahead relies on Covid restrictions lifting in time.
Across town, the new Grand Central Hotel desperately needs to start generating income to help recoup its £50 million+ building costs. Pastry chef Caitlin has her work cut out as they have a full house of afternoon teas, while bar manager Caelan helps promote a new tour for fans of the series Line of Duty, which was shot in Belfast.
The 5-star Culloden Hotel & Spa in County Down is also trying out a new money-spinner, with a double-decker champagne bus.
The real story of Carlos Camacho Espíritu, a humble man who migrated to the United States to be a successful Mexican aviator and businessman. Captain Camacho is recognized for his work in wildlife conservation and for having founded the Africam Safari conservation park in Puebla.
Stories told through a distinct reporting lens, immersive narratives and fresh perspectives on the important -- and sometimes controversial -- issues defining today’s culture.
This BBC documentary film shows, for the first time anywhere, the actual events of both sides of a genuine industrial conflict. The dispute is shown exactly as it happened; there was no preparation or rehearsal.
In search of some of the world’s greatest archaeological wonders, historian and host Dan Snow uncovers the stories behind the most spectacular finds in history, revealing adventure, intense rivalry and spectacular breakthroughs. From Machu Picchu to China’s terra-cotta army, Dan crosses the globe to explore the greatest discoveries ever made.
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