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In 1934, the discovery of dismembered bodies in trunks at Brighton Train Station and Kings Cross Station prompted a major police investigation into a serial killer.
Mapungubwe, an ancient city on South Africa's northern border, served as a vital center of trade for centuries and reveals a thousand years of untold history.
Forty-three people died when the Morandi Bridge in Genoa collapsed on August 14, 2018, marking Italy's worst road disaster.
269 people died when a Soviet missile struck Korean Air Flight 007, a tragedy linked to errors in geolocation technology.
Dolph Lundgren explores the history and engineering of monumental machines, including the Antonov An-225 cargo jet and the WWII Maus tank.
When British royalty meets American leadership, the interactions between the Obamas and the Windsors highlight the contrasts between monarchy and democracy.
In Fukushima, Japan, the lingering effects of the 2011 earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster have resulted in a population decline of 180,000 residents.
Surfers in Southwest France transformed from counterculture icons to drug traffickers, shaping a vibrant yet tumultuous coastal scene that led to mass arrests.
Nearly 40 wild relatives of domestic sheep, ranging from gazelle-like chamois to shaggy muskoxen, showcase remarkable adaptations and behaviors essential to their survival.
In 1936, the English monarchy faced unprecedented turmoil with the abdication of Edward VIII and the ascension of George VI, challenging its relevance in a changing world.
Princess Diana's complex life and tragic death in 1997 highlight her role as a humanitarian icon and the intense scrutiny of fame that surrounded her.
Roswell's alien autopsy footage, long a source of intrigue, faces new scrutiny as recent revelations and leaked documents suggest the truth may finally emerge.
Two-time Grammy winner Rhiannon Giddens discusses the banjo's origins and her latest opera, "Omar," in a conversation with Explorer Aaliyah Pierce.
The Black Death, spread along the Silk Road, significantly altered the course of history by decimating populations and reshaping civilizations across Eurasia.
Tohoku, Japan's northern peninsula, features a rugged coastline, volcanic landscapes, and local traditions shaped by its harsh winters and natural environment.
Brazil's 1970 World Cup champions, celebrated as the greatest football team ever, are showcased in highlights from the first color broadcast of the tournament.
In December 1952, London experienced a catastrophic smog event that led to thousands of deaths, widespread illness, and significant changes in air quality legislation.
The Pacific War during World War II saw the US Navy's strategic recovery from Pearl Harbor and the implementation of the Task Force concept, culminating in the Battle of Midway.
Tower Records, once a global retail giant in the music industry, faced an unexpected downfall despite its iconic status and billion-dollar revenue peak.
Vyacheslav Ivankov emerged as a prominent figure in the Russian underworld following the U.S.S.R. collapse, leading organized crime's global expansion.
Horses have profoundly shaped human history and culture, reflecting ideals of freedom, beauty, and strength despite their declining use since the Industrial Revolution.
Half a million lives were lost during the Spanish Civil War, a conflict that set the stage for Francisco Franco's nearly 40-year dictatorship.
Over 4,000 ancient documents have been brought to light by professor James Charlesworth, who believes many more scrolls remain undiscovered.
On December 12, 2005, Eastford, Connecticut, voted to lift its 130-year-old ban on alcohol sales, leaving Bridgewater as the only dry town in the state.
New scientific research indicates that climate change drove the Vikings from Scandinavia to establish settlements and an empire in Britain and Ireland, including Dublin's Viking harbour.
April 1865 marks the final days of the American Civil War, highlighting key events and figures that shaped the conflict's conclusion and its impact on the nation.
Nostradamus, a 16th-century French physician, is examined for his cryptic quatrains that some interpret as predictions of major historical events like World War II and 9/11.
Afghan clothing, from chadris to turbans, reflects a complex tapestry of tradition, power, and identity, revealing the rich cultural heritage of its people.
The Concorde, a product of British and French collaboration, was the world's only supersonic airliner, achieving Mach 2 passenger flight for three decades.
Auroville, a utopian community in southern India founded in the 1960s, exemplifies ideals of unity and human harmony through its unique architecture and communal living.
9,000 Israeli residents were evacuated from the Gaza Strip in 2005 as part of a unilateral decision by Israel to transfer control to the Palestinians.
A ticket for the Star Ferry, which has been crossing between islands and mainland since 1888, costs just 2.5 Hong Kong dollars, around 25 cents.
King Tutankhamun's tomb continues to intrigue archaeologists like Fred Hiebert and Salima Ikram, who explore the mysteries surrounding his burial and missing heart.
Controversies surrounding the James Ossuary and Jehoash Stone illustrate how politics complicates the scientific assessment of ancient artefact authenticity.
After failing to defeat George Washington, British forces shift their strategy during the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the Southern Colonies.
In southern Britain, archaeologists have uncovered a significant unrecorded Ancient Roman fort, revealing its crucial role in the Roman Empire's presence in the region.
Mass extinctions have shaped life on Earth, with the survival of certain species leading to the evolution of new adaptations, including the egg and sex.
In the Italian Alps during World War II, a soldier executes a covert mission that remains classified for decades, revealing the complexities of wartime operations.
In Louisiana's swamps, alligator hunters compete fiercely for territory and lucrative catches during the high-stakes alligator hunting season.
Maya civilization thrived through advanced astronomy, mathematics, and a complex societal structure, shaping their understanding of the cosmos and influencing their daily lives.
In 1776, America declared its independence and has since had 43 leaders, each shaped by the influences of money, religion, and rhetoric in politics.
The Ghan offers a remarkable three-day, two-night train journey across Australia, navigating challenges like floods and brush fires while pampering its passengers.
In Greece, historian Dan Snow investigates the historical and archaeological evidence surrounding the legendary lost city of Atlantis, as described by Plato.
Fez was founded by sultan Idris I, a descendant of Ali, the son-in-law of the prophet, marking the beginning of Morocco's imperial history.
A massive three-mile wide comet that struck the Indian Ocean 4,800 years ago may have caused the Biblical Great Flood, as explored in Season 2, Episode 1 of Mega Disasters.
On June 6, 1944, the Allied invasion of Normandy prompted the French resistance to intensify their guerrilla warfare against Nazi occupiers in Paris.
A procession of men in a Dogon village simulates battles and fires shots to celebrate the coronation of a new Hogan, marking a significant cultural ritual.
Strasbourg Cathedral, completed in 1439, reaches a height of 142 meters, making it the tallest building in the Christian world until the 19th century.
