NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC HD

Some constructions can be the birth and death of a place at the same time. Explore the causes, prevention, and lessons from history's worst dam failures.

The filmmaker joins scientists on mission to safeguard ancient white sturgeon, documenting the conservation efforts for prehistoric fish.

Authorities intercept a musician whose bass guitar case emits a suspicious odor of cocaine, leading agents to search the instrument for concealed narcotics.

The host takes a behind-the-scenes look at the kitchens of TajSATS preparing over 22,000 meals a day for airline passengers.

Hazen Audel embarks on a dangerous solo run into the deepest canyon in the USA.

Simon, Sioux, and Mbali face a global crisis when an increase in temperature causes thousands of snakes to move out of their natural habitat seeking amenities.

At Italy's busiest airport, vigilant police uncover a clever drug smuggling attempt, finding cocaine sewn into a shirt and hidden within an ordinary-looking shoe.

The filmmaker visits people living on water and discusses migrations, a crater lake, a salt desert and the Indian monsoon.

Conservation specialists work diligently to ensure the welfare of animals and develop strategies to meet the challenges of promoting human-wildlife coexistence.

A woman smuggles cocaine in packets of hair bleach and a man's photos of the Pope act as a clever hiding place for illegal drugs.

Will's journey to a distant island in the South Pacific, at risk from encroaching waters, becomes enlightening as he assists in documenting a forgotten language.

Survivalist David Blaine distinguishes the concepts of belief and performance through magic by exploring the vibrant land of India.

Australian chef and restaurateur Luke Nguyen heads to Bangalore to explore the impressive cuisine and nightlife of the region.

Watch Anandpur Sahib turn into a bustling, enticing Mega Kitchen that prepares food for devotees during the Sikh festival of Hola Mohalla.

Hazen Audel journeys into the rocky terrain and slippery marshes that surround the Mekong River Basin and hunts precious mushrooms in the primal forests of Laos.