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Primavera Ruiz explores her childhood and family history by traveling to Equatorial Guinea with her adoptive sisters, seeking understanding over four years.
Gold mining in Thariode, an ancient city in the Malabar region of British India, is explored alongside its historical significance in the 19th century.
Some experts estimate that fewer than ten living indigenous Taiwanese elders remain, putting their cultures at risk of disappearing.
Egypt's rich history and culture are explored through its iconic Pyramids of Giza, the Nile River, and the vibrant city of Cairo.
In Senegal, the N'Deup Healing Ceremony features intricate dances, millet offerings, and rhythmic drumming, all guided by the priestess's litanies.
In the Western Isles of Scotland, Martin Compston explores his family's heritage alongside his friend Phil MacHugh, experiencing the unique island lifestyle.
In Louisiana, the Houma Indian community lost over 5,000 homes due to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, highlighting the ongoing challenges of Indigenous advocacy.
In Western Australia, citizens of Broome and traditional landowners oppose Woodside's plans to build the world's second largest liquefied natural gas plant.
In a sacred Maya cave in Mexico, underwater archaeologist Guillermo de Anda and his team explore ancient rituals and structures built over 1,000 years ago.
Alan Titchmarsh and celebrity guests explore Britain's grand country estates and architectural glass masterpieces, revealing their historical significance and cultural evolution.
Antonia Preble discovers she is 56% British Irish and has connections to Princess Diana, along with links to the Dutch slave trade and plantation history.
In 1911, Hiram Bingham climbed through the cloud forests of Peru and discovered extensive Inca ruins that had been abandoned for nearly 400 years.
The heartland of Canada features diverse landscapes, including vast forests and grasslands, which support iconic wildlife such as bison, snow geese, and sandhill cranes.
Join an exclusive tour of Kedleston Hall and discover its architectural secrets and history.
Archaeologists find the remains of 96 humans buried in the Atacama Desert, revealing a violent past and ancient burial practices.
More than a quarter of Earth's non-polar ice resides in Tibet, feeding ten of Asia's major rivers and supporting nearly two billion people downstream.
Over the past 100 years, the Karuna to Narvik railway line has transported over 1 billion tons of iron ore, shaping the region's economy and infrastructure.
Renowned chef Christian Bauer prepares a seafood feast for the Maori King, highlighting the fusion of European and indigenous Maori culinary traditions in New Zealand.
In Houston, Reverend Ed Young's million-dollar church complex contrasts with the uncertain religious futures faced by communities in Venezuela and Guatemala.
The first Americans face existential threats from assimilation efforts in Guatemala and environmental challenges linked to drought and depopulation.
In Mexico City, the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire is explored, highlighting its cultural achievements and the rapid collapse of its civilization.
In the Brazilian rainforest, the Ashaninka people, led by Benki and Moises Piyako, utilize the Internet to combat illegal logging and promote environmental sustainability.
In Laos, brothers Dennis and Patrick Weinert navigate the historic Ho Chi Minh Trail while confronting the region's complex history and their own survival challenges.
Viking artefacts and historical records reveal the complex society and expansive reach of Scandinavian culture during the Viking Age.
William John Banks inherited Kingston Lacy in 1834 and filled it with unusual artifacts from his travels before fleeing Britain to escape a scandal.
Groundbreaking discoveries from a Bronze Age cemetery in the Hebrides reveal Britain's first mummies and insights into pre-Roman urban life and spirituality.
Native American spirituality is examined through expert interviews and insights, highlighting its significance within the broader context of global religions.
Judy discovers her father's fate after a DNA test reveals family secrets from decades ago.
806 prison ships brought more than 160,000 convicts to Australia, shaping the nation’s early society and culture.
A 10-ton stone gate known as the Gateway of the Sun marks the ancient site of Tiahuanaco, which flourished on the shores of Lake Titicaca in Bolivia.
Archaeologists have revealed a significant double-henge structure near Stonehenge, alongside Dark Age burial sites at Tintagel, reshaping the understanding of early medieval Britain.
Around 240,000 African-American GIs were stationed in the UK during World War II, leading to the birth of 2,000 mixed-race babies like 75-year-old Bill.
A pilot finds a massive geoglyph on Arabana land between Kuri Ptiri and Marree in South Australia.
A skeleton found in a medieval Christian burial site in Ipswich prompts an investigation into the life and origins of an African man in medieval Britain.
Viking burial ships from Estonia date back to the late 8th to mid-11th centuries, revealing insights into their burial practices and societal values.
Elisabeth Thieriot explores the Mayan calendar's B’aqtun cycle in the Yucatan Peninsula and Guatemala, challenging myths about the 2012 end-of-the-world theories.
Mahatma Gandhi's assassination in 1948 by a Hindu nationalist intensified religious divisions in post-independence India and reshaped the nation's identity and politics.
Of the 420,000 Canadians who fought in World War I, two-thirds were killed or wounded, shaping the nation's identity and collective memory.
Sitting Bull, a prominent leader of the Lakota Sioux, is examined alongside the broader narrative of First Nations leaders and their impact on North American history.
Indigenous youth at the Rama Indian Reserve engage in a debate with activist Saul Alinsky about power, activism, and the possibility of traditional living.
In the Saudi Arabian desert, researchers reveal 7,000-year-old life-size animal carvings of camels, challenging existing narratives about ancient artistic traditions.
Humpback whales migrate to the Atlantic Coast off Newfoundland each spring, while Canada's diverse ecosystems, from boreal forests to temperate rainforests, showcase rich wildlife and human history.
The Great Sphinx at Giza is the oldest and largest colossal statue from ancient Egypt, yet its purpose and meaning remain largely unknown.
The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration hosted the 2015 Virtual Genealogy Fair on October 21 and 22, featuring live broadcasts, handouts, and resources for genealogical research.
Kraken mythology, rooted in Nordic legends, is examined through ancient sea myths and the cultural significance of mythical sea beasts in folklore.
A 13th-century African skeleton found in a medieval burial ground in Ipswich reveals insights into North African presence and migration patterns in medieval England.
The Ark of the Covenant is described in the Bible as a golden chest measuring 150 by 80 by 80 centimeters, containing the Ten Commandments.
In the early 1990s, Russia threatened Ukraine with a gas boycott during heated discussions over the division of the Black Sea Fleet located in Crimea.
