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5,000 tons is the lifting capacity of the Oleg Strashnov, one of the largest monohull crane ships in the world, designed for heavy offshore tasks.
Over 20,000 German 88 millimeter anti-aircraft guns were produced during World War II, marking a significant advancement in defensive military technology.
Gary Wallis transforms a decommissioned helicopter jack into a garden feature, aiming to sell it for 1,200 pounds at his workshop in Henley-on-Thames.
Transporting a massive bulldozer to gold mines in Russia's Kolymar mountain range involves specialized vehicles and careful planning to overcome harsh winter challenges.
A crew of seven travels 550 kilometers across the Pacific to bury an art exhibition on Cocos Island, known for its legendary pirate treasures.
The Great Pyramid of Giza, built with 1,300,000 blocks, was the tallest structure in the world for over 4,000 years until the Eiffel Tower was completed.
This week, engineers build and transport floating homes across 70 miles in the Netherlands.
In New Hampshire, Shauna Fraser practices yoga on a paddleboard while Mike LaVecchia crafts wooden surfboards in southern Maine, highlighting local culture and resources.
Since its opening on January 31, 1977, the Centre Pompidou has welcomed more than 200 million visitors, becoming a key site in Paris.
These enormous oil platforms rank among the largest man-made structures ever constructed.
160 artists present their work at documenta 14, which runs simultaneously in Athens and Kassel for the first time in its 60-year history.
Construction of Hoover Dam began in March 1931 and took five years, employing thousands of workers during the Great Depression.
Ten bridges are featured, ranging from the historic Brooklyn Bridge to modern engineering marvels, each demonstrating unique design and construction techniques.
More than 1,600 people have died in stadium disasters worldwide over the past century, prompting engineers to prioritize safety in new designs.
Aboriginal artists can only paint stories that they own, passed down through initiation ceremonies and age grading ceremonies.
The Antonov An 124-100m transports a generator from England to South Korea with precision.
Phil Taylor travels to California's Central Valley to paint a portrait of fallen Navy Corpsman James Layton, highlighting the personal stories of military sacrifice.
West Coast Modernist architecture is showcased through iconic homes and influential architects like James Steele and Ray Kappe along the Pacific Northwest coastline.
HMS Prince of Wales, a $3 billion aircraft carrier, showcases the Royal Navy's advanced modular assembly and global logistics in naval engineering.
The last craftsmen in Sur, Oman, keep the tradition of dhow building alive amid uncertainty.
A designer creates a terrarium for a coffee table using only plants suited to the local climate, demonstrating practical gardening techniques for small spaces.
40 tons of frozen fish are at risk of falling as high winds challenge crane operators in construction sites across the globe.
At the Northern Lights Santa Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, aspiring Santas of all ages undergo training to embody the spirit and traditions of Santa Claus.
Philippe Parreno occupies 22,000 square meters at Palais de Tokyo for his exhibition, marking the first time a single artist has been given such a large space.
In Miami, Italian shipbuilders at Fincantieri race to construct the Seven Seas Explorer, a luxurious cruise ship designed for just 750 passengers.
374 suites and a 400 square meter penthouse, priced at £8,000 a night, will be featured on the Seven Seas Explorer, the most luxurious cruise ship ever built.
3,000 tons of snow are transformed into a massive palace sculpture at the Sapporo Snow Festival, completed in just 2 and a half weeks.
Robert Brock has spent 30 years performing at the Lancaster marionette theater, where he lives above the venue with his mother, Mary Lou.
Charles Matton exploits various mediums to intertwine life and creation in his art.
A player begins in Spore as a single-celled organism in a tide pool, evolving through generations by accumulating DNA points to enhance their abilities.
Lakshmi Vilas Palace, built in 1890 for the Maharaja of Baroda, is the largest private dwelling in India, showcasing a blend of architectural styles and modern innovations.
Relive dramatic moments from Portrait Artist of the Year featuring celebrity sitters and intense competition.
Art forgers have successfully deceived experts and collectors, as an experiment in British galleries tests the public's ability to identify forged masterpieces.
The Royal Palace of Caserta, built in 1752, contains 1,200 rooms and is the largest palace in the world by volume, with over 2 million cubic meters.
Animas Forks, a once-thriving gold mining town in Colorado, faced decline due to harsh conditions and a tragic fire, while HSE Sand Fort was built in the 1860s to counter a French invasion that never occurred.
This episode reveals how extraordinary engineering shaped Singapore's Gardens by the Bay and London Bridge.
William John Banks inherited Kingston Lacy in 1834 and filled it with unusual artifacts from his travels before fleeing Britain to escape a scandal.
Museum Tower in Dallas faces criticism for its reflective glass, which causes intense glare affecting local businesses, residents, and an art gallery.
Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna has 1,441 rooms and served as the summer residence for the Habsburg monarchy from 1569 to 1918.
This episode unveils Hitler's sinister architectural vision in Nuremberg's Nazi constructions.
Hampton Court Palace attracts over a million visitors each year, drawn to its rich history and the legacy of King Henry VIII.
A $120 million pedestrian bridge at Florida International University collapsed due to design flaws, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
56 Leonard Street in Manhattan exemplifies revolutionary cantilever engineering, showcasing innovative construction techniques and structural design advancements.
Ukraine's Maidan revolution topples Yanukovych, but corruption and conflict persist.
Joa Antoun offers free tattoos to breast cancer survivors in Lebanon's economic crisis.
Stokes Croft transforms from abandoned buildings to Bristol's alternative cultural quarter.
150 pieces of concrete from the separation wall in Bethlehem are transformed into valuable art, igniting local conflict over Banksy's murals.
The Guardian showcases Ukrainian cinema, featuring Andriy Suleyman's story from Syria to Ukraine.
