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When water unleashes its rage upon the planet, it becomes the ultimate bringer of death; whether it's from rain washing over the ground, rivers bursting their banks, or failed efforts to stem the flow, flooding is as inevitable as it is unstoppable.

Bridges and tunnels revolutionized transportation-but when they fail, tragedy follows. This episode explores the world's worst collapses and fires, including a tunnel blaze in the Alps so intense it fused 20 cars together. While bridge failures send vehicles plummeting into water or ground below, tunnel fires turn confined spaces into infernos. Why do these disasters happen, and what can be done t

From 200 million years ago, when Europe moved toward North Africa, to the age of Columbus.

Linking prehistoric forests to the Industrial Revolution and the rise of modern warfare.

Part 1/3. Thanks to Rollo the Walker, Normandy became one of the most powerful principalities of the kingdom of France; he is one of the most terrible Viking warriors in history and his adventure began 1200 years ago, at the mouth of the Seine.

Part 2/3. At the head of Normandy, the descendants of Rollo built a powerful and organized duchy in Europe; but in 1035, the crown was inherited by an 8-year-old bastard child, William the Conqueror.

In the 12th century, Normandy was at its peak; thanks to the efforts of the legendary Norman duke, Richard the Lionheart, it controlled almost half of the Frankish kingdom and England and invaded Ireland, Sicily and Spain.

People begin growing their own crops.

From 200 million years ago, when Europe moved toward North Africa, to the age of Columbus.

Linking prehistoric forests to the Industrial Revolution and the rise of modern warfare.

Part 1/3. Thanks to Rollo the Walker, Normandy became one of the most powerful principalities of the kingdom of France; he is one of the most terrible Viking warriors in history and his adventure began 1200 years ago, at the mouth of the Seine.

Part 2/3. At the head of Normandy, the descendants of Rollo built a powerful and organized duchy in Europe; but in 1035, the crown was inherited by an 8-year-old bastard child, William the Conqueror.

In the 12th century, Normandy was at its peak; thanks to the efforts of the legendary Norman duke, Richard the Lionheart, it controlled almost half of the Frankish kingdom and England and invaded Ireland, Sicily and Spain.

People begin growing their own crops.

Shaquille O'Neal, who went from being poor and bullied to NBA stardom, reveals how his stepfather taught him the valuable lesson that "true pressure is not knowing where your next meal is coming from.".

Actress Kristen Bell recounts how her nurturing nature and her good works, such as co-founding No Kid Hungry, was sparked when she was age 19 and helped deliver two babies during a missionary trip to a clinic in Brazil.

Actors/spouses Samuel and LaTanya Jackson have fought for civil rights around the globe, but their greatest satisfaction comes from handwritten thank you notes from children they have supplied with books.

Inspired by his mother to be "of service," LeVar Burton entered the seminary at 13 years old; after deciding the Church didn't have the answers to his life questions, he changed his focus to theater arts and became known for Roots and Star Trek.

Jimmy Donaldson, also known as MrBeast, is the world's first digital philanthropist; after becoming obsessed with YouTube at a young age, Jimmy built a viral video empire based on the joy he gets from helping others.

Joe Namath grew up in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh; after his parent's divorce, Joe turns to sports; he's propelled into sports stardom in college and professional football earning the nickname, Broadway Joe.

Shaquille O'Neal, who went from being poor and bullied to NBA stardom, reveals how his stepfather taught him the valuable lesson that "true pressure is not knowing where your next meal is coming from.".

Actress Kristen Bell recounts how her nurturing nature and her good works, such as co-founding No Kid Hungry, was sparked when she was age 19 and helped deliver two babies during a missionary trip to a clinic in Brazil.

Actors/spouses Samuel and LaTanya Jackson have fought for civil rights around the globe, but their greatest satisfaction comes from handwritten thank you notes from children they have supplied with books.

Inspired by his mother to be "of service," LeVar Burton entered the seminary at 13 years old; after deciding the Church didn't have the answers to his life questions, he changed his focus to theater arts and became known for Roots and Star Trek.

Jimmy Donaldson, also known as MrBeast, is the world's first digital philanthropist; after becoming obsessed with YouTube at a young age, Jimmy built a viral video empire based on the joy he gets from helping others.

Joe Namath grew up in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh; after his parent's divorce, Joe turns to sports; he's propelled into sports stardom in college and professional football earning the nickname, Broadway Joe.

Shaquille O'Neal, who went from being poor and bullied to NBA stardom, reveals how his stepfather taught him the valuable lesson that "true pressure is not knowing where your next meal is coming from.".

Korea is known as a modern, high-tech nation, but beyond the bustle of the cities exists a land of stunning natural beauty and remarkable wildlife including the beautiful goshawk, the bottleneck dolphin and the curious raccoon dog.

The notorious demilitarized zone of Korea exists on the boundary of two warring nations for nearly 70 years; however, amid the barbed wire fences and thousands of land mines, a unique natural wonderland coexists alongside the ashes of war.

Borneo is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. From the world's oldest tropical rainforests to enormous cave systems, the island's varied and extreme habitats have fueled the evolution of the most bizarre, enigmatic wildlife on the planet.

Discovering how more than 1 billion people will be living in low-lying coastal zones by 2100, with 70 percent in Southeast Asia.

How are geologists, engineers and scientists collaborating on future designs for sustainable living? Singapore's Earth Observatory scientists are transforming services above and below using subterranean design solutions.

Explore the future challenges facing scientists, engineers and architects in Singapore. How will they tackle resource issues and scale eco-friendly materials for carbon-neutral construction?

Scientists, architects and engineers are experimenting with innovative designs for future Regenerative Cities. Working with nature will bring harmony to cities, so all life can thrive and survive.

To meet the changing needs of the future, we need to build smart, resilient cities designed to mitigate climate vulnerabilities like floods, food security threats and coastal hazards from extreme weather.

China at the forefront of engineering: from the Great Wall that defined and protected its borders, to crossbows, clocks, and gunpowder, its engineers left a legacy that still resonates.

Korea is known as a modern, high-tech nation, but beyond the bustle of the cities exists a land of stunning natural beauty and remarkable wildlife including the beautiful goshawk, the bottleneck dolphin and the curious raccoon dog.

The notorious demilitarized zone of Korea exists on the boundary of two warring nations for nearly 70 years; however, amid the barbed wire fences and thousands of land mines, a unique natural wonderland coexists alongside the ashes of war.

Borneo is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. From the world's oldest tropical rainforests to enormous cave systems, the island's varied and extreme habitats have fueled the evolution of the most bizarre, enigmatic wildlife on the planet.

Supercar Blondie goes to Hollywood arriving in a million-dollar V12 Ferrari; in the City of Angels, Alex is brought into contact with the Brotherhood of Racing, a community of drivers looking to create safe racing conditions for amateurs.

Given special access to a $2 million exclusive McLaren Senna, Supercar Blondie digs under the surface to uncover gang feuds in the SLAB (Slow, Low and Bangin') community and meets up with legendary hip hop artists Slim Thug and Paul Wall.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Las Vegas in a $1 million Lamborghini SVJ roadster; taken under the wing of Patrick, founder of the Junkyard Pirates, Alex is brought into the rat rod world, home to American mavericks and outsiders.

In Miami, Supercar Blondie gets the keys to a $5 million Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo as she explores the sub-culture of lowriders with the seal of approval from Horacio Pagani himself.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Motor City in the dead of winter, but she is given access to a new $500 thousand Ford GT, which raises her spirits; her goal is to learn more about muscle cars and her journey takes her in different directions.

Supercar Blondie hits New York City in a $4 million Lamborghini Centenario; she is on a quest to track down the players in the underground drift driving scene and to visit the exclusive Manhattan Motor Club.

Supercar Blondie goes to Hollywood arriving in a million-dollar V12 Ferrari; in the City of Angels, Alex is brought into contact with the Brotherhood of Racing, a community of drivers looking to create safe racing conditions for amateurs.

Given special access to a $2 million exclusive McLaren Senna, Supercar Blondie digs under the surface to uncover gang feuds in the SLAB (Slow, Low and Bangin') community and meets up with legendary hip hop artists Slim Thug and Paul Wall.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Las Vegas in a $1 million Lamborghini SVJ roadster; taken under the wing of Patrick, founder of the Junkyard Pirates, Alex is brought into the rat rod world, home to American mavericks and outsiders.

In Miami, Supercar Blondie gets the keys to a $5 million Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo as she explores the sub-culture of lowriders with the seal of approval from Horacio Pagani himself.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Motor City in the dead of winter, but she is given access to a new $500 thousand Ford GT, which raises her spirits; her goal is to learn more about muscle cars and her journey takes her in different directions.

Supercar Blondie hits New York City in a $4 million Lamborghini Centenario; she is on a quest to track down the players in the underground drift driving scene and to visit the exclusive Manhattan Motor Club.

Supercar Blondie goes to Hollywood arriving in a million-dollar V12 Ferrari; in the City of Angels, Alex is brought into contact with the Brotherhood of Racing, a community of drivers looking to create safe racing conditions for amateurs.

Given special access to a $2 million exclusive McLaren Senna, Supercar Blondie digs under the surface to uncover gang feuds in the SLAB (Slow, Low and Bangin') community and meets up with legendary hip hop artists Slim Thug and Paul Wall.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Las Vegas in a $1 million Lamborghini SVJ roadster; taken under the wing of Patrick, founder of the Junkyard Pirates, Alex is brought into the rat rod world, home to American mavericks and outsiders.

In Miami, Supercar Blondie gets the keys to a $5 million Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo as she explores the sub-culture of lowriders with the seal of approval from Horacio Pagani himself.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Motor City in the dead of winter, but she is given access to a new $500 thousand Ford GT, which raises her spirits; her goal is to learn more about muscle cars and her journey takes her in different directions.

Supercar Blondie hits New York City in a $4 million Lamborghini Centenario; she is on a quest to track down the players in the underground drift driving scene and to visit the exclusive Manhattan Motor Club.

Supercar Blondie goes to Hollywood arriving in a million-dollar V12 Ferrari; in the City of Angels, Alex is brought into contact with the Brotherhood of Racing, a community of drivers looking to create safe racing conditions for amateurs.

Given special access to a $2 million exclusive McLaren Senna, Supercar Blondie digs under the surface to uncover gang feuds in the SLAB (Slow, Low and Bangin') community and meets up with legendary hip hop artists Slim Thug and Paul Wall.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Las Vegas in a $1 million Lamborghini SVJ roadster; taken under the wing of Patrick, founder of the Junkyard Pirates, Alex is brought into the rat rod world, home to American mavericks and outsiders.

In Miami, Supercar Blondie gets the keys to a $5 million Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo as she explores the sub-culture of lowriders with the seal of approval from Horacio Pagani himself.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Motor City in the dead of winter, but she is given access to a new $500 thousand Ford GT, which raises her spirits; her goal is to learn more about muscle cars and her journey takes her in different directions.

Supercar Blondie hits New York City in a $4 million Lamborghini Centenario; she is on a quest to track down the players in the underground drift driving scene and to visit the exclusive Manhattan Motor Club.

Supercar Blondie goes to Hollywood arriving in a million-dollar V12 Ferrari; in the City of Angels, Alex is brought into contact with the Brotherhood of Racing, a community of drivers looking to create safe racing conditions for amateurs.

Given special access to a $2 million exclusive McLaren Senna, Supercar Blondie digs under the surface to uncover gang feuds in the SLAB (Slow, Low and Bangin') community and meets up with legendary hip hop artists Slim Thug and Paul Wall.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Las Vegas in a $1 million Lamborghini SVJ roadster; taken under the wing of Patrick, founder of the Junkyard Pirates, Alex is brought into the rat rod world, home to American mavericks and outsiders.

In Miami, Supercar Blondie gets the keys to a $5 million Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo as she explores the sub-culture of lowriders with the seal of approval from Horacio Pagani himself.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Motor City in the dead of winter, but she is given access to a new $500 thousand Ford GT, which raises her spirits; her goal is to learn more about muscle cars and her journey takes her in different directions.

Supercar Blondie hits New York City in a $4 million Lamborghini Centenario; she is on a quest to track down the players in the underground drift driving scene and to visit the exclusive Manhattan Motor Club.

Supercar Blondie goes to Hollywood arriving in a million-dollar V12 Ferrari; in the City of Angels, Alex is brought into contact with the Brotherhood of Racing, a community of drivers looking to create safe racing conditions for amateurs.

Given special access to a $2 million exclusive McLaren Senna, Supercar Blondie digs under the surface to uncover gang feuds in the SLAB (Slow, Low and Bangin') community and meets up with legendary hip hop artists Slim Thug and Paul Wall.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Las Vegas in a $1 million Lamborghini SVJ roadster; taken under the wing of Patrick, founder of the Junkyard Pirates, Alex is brought into the rat rod world, home to American mavericks and outsiders.

In Miami, Supercar Blondie gets the keys to a $5 million Pagani Huayra L'Ultimo as she explores the sub-culture of lowriders with the seal of approval from Horacio Pagani himself.

Supercar Blondie arrives in Motor City in the dead of winter, but she is given access to a new $500 thousand Ford GT, which raises her spirits; her goal is to learn more about muscle cars and her journey takes her in different directions.

Investigating how to burn metal using only a 9 volt battery.

Exploring the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies.

Diving deep into the wonderful world of water.

Mixing up some fireworks made from tin foil; whipping up a stinky polymer; trying out an alchemy staple, turning lead into gold.

Experiments blow open the science behind creating a glowing pickle.

Turning up the thermostat and discovering the role heat plays in science.

Discovering the unstable world of elemental gasses; recreating a big bang with lithium, the incendiary power of methane.

Highlighting how electricity can tint titanium.

Delving into the possibilities of mind control, why objects and people tend to sync together, and the magical mysteries behind magnesium.

Discovering the physics of theremins, investigating how the outer ear impacts human hearing.

Investigating how to burn metal using only a 9 volt battery.

Exploring the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies.

Diving deep into the wonderful world of water.

Mixing up some fireworks made from tin foil; whipping up a stinky polymer; trying out an alchemy staple, turning lead into gold.

Experiments blow open the science behind creating a glowing pickle.

Turning up the thermostat and discovering the role heat plays in science.

Discovering the unstable world of elemental gasses; recreating a big bang with lithium, the incendiary power of methane.

Highlighting how electricity can tint titanium.

Delving into the possibilities of mind control, why objects and people tend to sync together, and the magical mysteries behind magnesium.

Discovering the physics of theremins, investigating how the outer ear impacts human hearing.

Investigating how to burn metal using only a 9 volt battery.

Exploring the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies.

Diving deep into the wonderful world of water.

Mixing up some fireworks made from tin foil; whipping up a stinky polymer; trying out an alchemy staple, turning lead into gold.

Experiments blow open the science behind creating a glowing pickle.

Turning up the thermostat and discovering the role heat plays in science.

Discovering the unstable world of elemental gasses; recreating a big bang with lithium, the incendiary power of methane.

Highlighting how electricity can tint titanium.

Delving into the possibilities of mind control, why objects and people tend to sync together, and the magical mysteries behind magnesium.

Discovering the physics of theremins, investigating how the outer ear impacts human hearing.

Investigating how to burn metal using only a 9 volt battery.

Exploring the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies.

Diving deep into the wonderful world of water.

Mixing up some fireworks made from tin foil; whipping up a stinky polymer; trying out an alchemy staple, turning lead into gold.

Experiments blow open the science behind creating a glowing pickle.

Turning up the thermostat and discovering the role heat plays in science.

Discovering the unstable world of elemental gasses; recreating a big bang with lithium, the incendiary power of methane.

Highlighting how electricity can tint titanium.

Delving into the possibilities of mind control, why objects and people tend to sync together, and the magical mysteries behind magnesium.

Discovering the physics of theremins, investigating how the outer ear impacts human hearing.

Investigating how to burn metal using only a 9 volt battery.

Exploring the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies.

Diving deep into the wonderful world of water.

Mixing up some fireworks made from tin foil; whipping up a stinky polymer; trying out an alchemy staple, turning lead into gold.

Experiments blow open the science behind creating a glowing pickle.

Turning up the thermostat and discovering the role heat plays in science.

Discovering the unstable world of elemental gasses; recreating a big bang with lithium, the incendiary power of methane.

Highlighting how electricity can tint titanium.

Delving into the possibilities of mind control, why objects and people tend to sync together, and the magical mysteries behind magnesium.

In under two centuries, favorite food brands span continents and cultures, spur innovation and technology, and forever change the food landscape.

Food preferences are influenced by dozens of factors, including genetics, environment and habit, but the taste is also about perception; the color, texture and weight of food are as important as the flavor.

At one point, each and every food brand had to come up with a plan to get people to try them; today, the food and drink marketing industry is worth about $900 billion and growing.

With every single bite or sip that people take, they participate in one of the most sophisticated journeys around the world ever taken; the global food supply chain is part of an $8 trillion network that produces over 4 billion tons of food annually.

Food brands travel around the world, stick around and change the places they visit; once the food is adopted by eager taste buds, it becomes part of local culture and tradition.

Climate change, a global pandemic, and a booming world population mark an opportune time to be in the food business, not unlike the first wave of the industrial food revolution that gave people the first globally mass-produced, processed foods.

In under two centuries, favorite food brands span continents and cultures, spur innovation and technology, and forever change the food landscape.

Food preferences are influenced by dozens of factors, including genetics, environment and habit, but the taste is also about perception; the color, texture and weight of food are as important as the flavor.

At one point, each and every food brand had to come up with a plan to get people to try them; today, the food and drink marketing industry is worth about $900 billion and growing.

With every single bite or sip that people take, they participate in one of the most sophisticated journeys around the world ever taken; the global food supply chain is part of an $8 trillion network that produces over 4 billion tons of food annually.

Food brands travel around the world, stick around and change the places they visit; once the food is adopted by eager taste buds, it becomes part of local culture and tradition.

Climate change, a global pandemic, and a booming world population mark an opportune time to be in the food business, not unlike the first wave of the industrial food revolution that gave people the first globally mass-produced, processed foods.

In under two centuries, favorite food brands span continents and cultures, spur innovation and technology, and forever change the food landscape.

Food preferences are influenced by dozens of factors, including genetics, environment and habit, but the taste is also about perception; the color, texture and weight of food are as important as the flavor.

At one point, each and every food brand had to come up with a plan to get people to try them; today, the food and drink marketing industry is worth about $900 billion and growing.

With every single bite or sip that people take, they participate in one of the most sophisticated journeys around the world ever taken; the global food supply chain is part of an $8 trillion network that produces over 4 billion tons of food annually.

Food brands travel around the world, stick around and change the places they visit; once the food is adopted by eager taste buds, it becomes part of local culture and tradition.

Climate change, a global pandemic, and a booming world population mark an opportune time to be in the food business, not unlike the first wave of the industrial food revolution that gave people the first globally mass-produced, processed foods.

In under two centuries, favorite food brands span continents and cultures, spur innovation and technology, and forever change the food landscape.

Food preferences are influenced by dozens of factors, including genetics, environment and habit, but the taste is also about perception; the color, texture and weight of food are as important as the flavor.