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1,350 feet above the ground, Philippe Petit performs an illegal high-wire act between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center on August 7, 1974.
Ten steps outline how to profit from the drug trade, featuring insights from dealers, prison employees, and lobbyists on the War on Drugs.
Two anti-globalization activists impersonate WTO representatives to stage elaborate hoaxes, including a fake press conference and a fraudulent website.
Four to five hundred meters of Arctic ice contain layers of history that reveal the environmental impact of the Roman Empire.
David Adams travels 1,200 miles across the Tenere desert, a region known as 'The Land Of Fear' for its harsh conditions and dangers.
Amsterdam, London, and New York shape the global economy through their rich histories and urban designs.
A mile long and half a mile wide, the site of Roxburgh was once one of Scotland's wealthiest cities before it vanished without a trace.
Petra's monumental Treasury, built 2,000 years ago, stands 127 feet tall and is carved directly into the sandstone cliffs of Jordan.
5,000 years ago, the Sumerians created a clay map that depicted the course of the Euphrates and Tigris rivers and major cities in their empire.
In the Great Lakes region, Holly Morris explores the historical significance of these waterways, from Detroit's rum-running trade to modern shipping practices.
A 25-year project in Burgundy aims to build a castle from scratch using 13th-century tools, techniques, and materials.
Between 950 AD and 1290 AD, the Kingdom of Mapungubwe governed from a hilltop and became a major trade hub in southern Africa.
In medieval London, guilds like the Grocers’ Guild wielded significant power and influence, shaping the lives of merchants and tradesmen in the city.
In the Philippines, Zoe D’Amato explores five islands, highlighting the cultural significance of boats, local fishing practices, and the vibrant Maskarra festival.
The Silk Road, a vital trade route across Eurasia, significantly influenced warfare and conflict through advancements in cavalry tactics and gunpowder technology.
Yangshan is the beating heart of China's maritime silk road and a record-setting trade hub.
More than 12,000 ships from around the world dock at the Port of Hamburg each year, supporting 160,000 jobs in the region.
In 814 BC, Phoenician seafarers founded Punic Carthage as a trading outpost, controlling all of the Western Mediterranean.
Wool from sheep generated half of England's wealth in the 1500s, with monasteries controlling much of the production and trade.
Tea's history, from its mystical origins in China's Wuyi Mountains to its role in the American Revolution and global trade, reveals its profound cultural impact.
In Papua New Guinea, Bob Connolly examines the lasting effects of the Ganiga tribal war on local communities and their coffee plantations 25 years later.
The Suez Canal, originally constructed in 1859, is undergoing a major expansion project aimed at doubling its width and deepening its main waterway.
200 shellfish traps are packed on a bicycle as Mr. Lin navigates chaotic roads in rural Vietnam to deliver his goods.
Ships represent the largest and fastest vehicles on Earth, featuring the OOCL Hong Kong, the Höegh Traveller, and the HSC Francisco among others.
The Kiel Canal, a vital 100-kilometer waterway in Germany, faces modernization challenges as it accommodates up to 30,000 ships annually.
Xinjiang, China's largest province, is about the same size as Iran and borders eight Asian countries, offering a mix of harsh landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
Gina, a 55-year-old store owner, transports two and a half tons of merchandise every ten days through the treacherous Darièn jungle.
Viking raiders, known for their craftsmanship and strategic prowess, opened trade routes and founded cities across Europe, challenging traditional views of their history.
Dozens of runestones in modern-day Sweden document the Viking warriors who died in faraway Greece and Turkey during their expeditions in Eastern Europe.
UPS's Worldport can process up to four million items a day, making it the largest automated package handling facility in the world.
Desert cliffs in Wadi Rum rise up to 400 metres high and have been home to Bedouins for 12,000 years.
A 200-meter cargo ferry is extended by 30 meters at a German shipyard, increasing its cargo capacity by 25% and reducing operating costs for shipping companies.
In 1595, Sir Walter Raleigh discovered a natural lake of asphalt in Trinidad, marking the beginning of the region's significant oil exploration history.
Eleven male sex-trade workers in Canada share their experiences with addiction, abuse, and stigmatization over the course of a year.
In the 14th century, the Majapahit Empire emerged as a dominant maritime power in Southeast Asia, controlling a vast trading network across 17,000 islands.
A single foreign bead found in a Viking burial site in Repton, England, revealed a vast network of trade reaching thousands of miles to Baghdad.
The Transcontinental Railroad, completed in 1869, transformed trade and migration in the United States, connecting key cities from Baltimore to Sacramento.
Britain's biggest airport for pure air cargo undergoes a major runway overhaul while a commercial satellite is transported to its launch site.
Over half a million trucks travel nearly 16 billion kilometers each year in Australia, delivering three-quarters of the country's domestic freight.
Ordinary life in Ancient Israel during the time of Jesus is explored, highlighting the daily struggles and occupations of its inhabitants.
Carthage evolved from a Phoenician trading base into a powerful center of trade and seafaring, ultimately rivaling Rome for dominance in the Mediterranean.
Gauls were a sophisticated civilization in ancient Europe, known for their advanced craftsmanship, trade networks, urban centers, and distinct cultural practices.
Amsterdam's flower auction, the world's largest, showcases millions of roses flown in for Valentine's Day, while a racing car faces logistical challenges at Heathrow.
Alexander the Great's conquests not only expanded his empire but also facilitated the flow of Eastern riches to the ancient world, influencing trade routes and cultures.
Half of Latin American countries are top economies, making the region an investor's paradise.
The Age of Revolutions saw the Silk Road facilitate the spread of ideas and goods, significantly impacting the rise of New York and the democratization of knowledge.
277 square miles of contested waters in the Gulf of Maine fuel tensions between American and Canadian lobstermen over fishing rights.
The 'Ndrangheta, a powerful criminal organization from Calabria, generates over €53 billion annually and influences global markets while law enforcement combats its reach.
