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Tracking the early years of the space race, beginning in 1957, as the U.S. struggles to catch up with the Soviet Union.

The body of a wealthy German businessman is found in the harbor.

Using a large ball to stimulate the sensory and lymphatic systems; cross and open pattern for a brain.

Repopulating the oyster population; fishing.

A one-block design that relies on floppy corners, ombre fabric and floating stars.

The completion of a coastal Florida seascape scene.

Ken Whiting goes deep into the alligator-filled waters of the Okefenokee swamp on a 3-day kayak camping trip.

This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts.

Katie Lila showcases her creativity through an installation using vintage food containers at the MAC Artfest.

A jockey at the Florida Agricultural Museum in Palm Coast talks about his 30-year career; Roger paints a portrait of the jockey.

Experts study southern sea otters to ensure their longtime survival on California's coast.

Louisiana author M.O. Walsh talks about "The Big Door Prize," including the book's central question of a person's potential and the ripple effects it has on the lives of a small town.

Converting a ladder-back chair into a rocker the easy way; rebuilding a garden bench using recycled mahogany.

Innovation helps Independent Can and Watts Innovations maintain a competitive edge.

Two gardeners share their garden adventures.

A South Carolina family that has been raising peaches for nearly a century; bringing in the harvest in the cranberry bogs of Massachusetts; maple sugaring in Vermont; California farmers find new overseas markets for their strawberries.

Annette Becker, director of the 20,000 piece Texas Fashion Collection, provides details on the work of designers Hanae Mori, Todd Oldham, Oscar de la Renta and Norma Kamali.

Alcapurrias; the story of Coco López and piña coladas; coquito cocktails.

PayPal co-founder Kimbal Musk's love of cooking inspires him to become a restaurateur, food advocate and philanthropist.

A flavorful tandoori salmon; favorite kitchen gadgets under $15; a tasting of yogurt; broiled smashed zucchini with garlicky yogurt.

Exploring Italy's repertoire of simple soups; Italian wedding soup; bread and tomato soup with poached eggs and ribollita; four ways to boost store-bought broth.

The legacy of coal and its enduring influence on culture, industry and regional identity.

A visit to The Shoals, Alabama, a river-driven region where the sounds of Muscle Shoals shaped American music, and where culture, history and community pride echo as loudly as the songs recorded there.

Glazy Susan donut shop in Worcester, Mass.; Mount Monadnock; Wozz! Kitchen Creations in Bethlehem, N.H.

Getting the most out of time in nature; tips on birdwatching in the garden; arranging flowers outside; an old-fashioned picnic break.

The American eel; one sculptor's "land art" highlights a legacy of environmental exploitation.

Trying out the Subaru Solterra's first major update; the Land Rover Defender 110.

Science, health, technology and environment experts and professionals address issues such as artificial intelligence, medicine and climate science.

Author Benn Steil, senior fellow and director of international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations, discusses the life and career of Henry Wallace.

Exploring markets around the globe, from Ethiopia and France to Topanga, Calif. in the Santa Monica Mountains.

Making eggplant Parmigiana in Pompeii.

Basmati rice; choosing the best variety of rice for your meal; saffron basmati rice; biryani; pairing biryani with a pomegranate salad and Indian omelet; saffron spice.

Britain awaits the formal announcement of the war's end as Foyle joins a committee preparing to keep public order.

Behind the scenes of the restoration work done at George Washington's Mount Vernon in Virginia.

Relations intensify between the French, British and Native Americans as the war moves to upstate New York.

Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter Charley Crockett performs songs from "Lonesome Drifter"; roots singer-songwriter Waxahatchee presents tunes from "Tiger's Blood.".

Britain awaits the formal announcement of the war's end as Foyle joins a committee preparing to keep public order.