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Paul Martin presents from the heart of Birmingham and its historic Museum and Art Gallery. Experts Christina Trevanion and Thomas Plant search the queue for the best antiques and collectables to take to auction. Paul Martin explores the museum's world-class collection of pre-Raphaelite art and discovers the work of arts and crafts jewellery designers Arthur and Georgie Gaskin.

Every day this week, celebrity contestants Nikki Fox, Ruthie Henshall, Danny John-Jules and Ignacio Lopez take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for

Janette Manrara dishes up more backstage gossip and behind-the-scenes action from the world of Strictly. Plus a first trip to the training room for an exclusive look at how some of the couples are gearing up for Musicals Week.

Ben Robinson investigates how a Cornish gem became world-famous for tin. In the bay, the archaeologist unravels the epic story behind the hundreds of huge carved stones that lie scattered in the surf. There's a look at some medieval technology in action at one of the oldest tin refineries in Britain, and a local doctor consults his ancestor's 150-year-old medical diary for evidence of past ailment

Five gang members stole more than £50 million in false benefit claims over a period of nearly five years.

The remains of a Tudor house in Leicestershire were thought to be the childhood home of England's forgotten queen, Lady Jane Grey. But when archaeologists excavate, they find more than they bargained for. In Northern Ireland, the graveyard of a Victorian workhouse sheds new light on one of the most traumatic periods of modern Irish history, the Great Famine of 1845. A team from Sheffield Universit

Iranians protest against Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's 2009 election victory – with deadly consequences. Ten years later, they take to the streets again after a hike in fuel prices. The regime's response is known as Bloody November.

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis run through the main talking points of the last seven days with the support of guests Ed Byrne, Rhys James, Athena Kugblenu, Laura Lexx and Alasdair Beckett-King.

The day's important national and international news stories. With Victoria Derbyshire.

Howard Marks's university side hustle has turned into a much bigger enterprise, and he sits at the helm of a highly successful international drug-smuggling ring. He and his crew are planning to ship ten tonnes of cannabis into America – but what they don't know is that they are becoming the focus of a new policing operation led by America's Drug Enforcement Agency and the Spanish police. With the

Further highlights from day five of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

The last four chefs taking part in this year's competition hit the stoves. Awaiting them are two challenges that would have any professional chef quivering in the wings. They will need to outperform their rivals if they want a coveted place in the quarter-final. It's a nerve-wracking start as they each take on the skills test. Marcus asks the first two chefs to dish up a beef fillet, with mushroom

A look at the immigration pressures and promises that brought governments to crisis.

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Every day this week, celebrity contestants Nikki Fox, Ruthie Henshall, Danny John-Jules and Ignacio Lopez take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for

With their children fledged, today's couple has decided to move from the busy city of Nottingham to the peace and quiet of the east Devon borders, where Jules Hudson is on hand to help them with a spot of property shopping. Jules also pays a visit to Lyme Regis, where he discovers why and how the town is determined to turn green.

On the hunt for gold in Gloucestershire. Catherine and Ishy have reached the halfway point in their trip. In Cheltenham, Catherine snaps up a posh purchase, while Ishy trots off to Cirencester and makes his mark with a golden find. On a cultural detour, Catherine discovers the boozy origins of a familiar tune with a Gloucestershire connection. Who will take the auction crown this time round?

Adam Frost takes stock in his garden, and Rachel de Thame visits an inspirational garden full of vibrant perennials that really pack a punch. Toby Buckland visits a garden near Bath shaped by the disused canal that it's built on. Amongst the historical remnants, he discovers some true botanical treasures – native orchids. And Joe Swift visits Iford Manor in Wiltshire to pick up a few tricks for br

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The big political issues of the day.

Live coverage from day six of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

This edition comes from Oxford Union, the most famous debating chamber outside of Westminster, where Paul Martin is joined by experts Will Axon and Mark Stacey. Together the team pick out a selection of interesting antiques and collectables to be sold at the local auction house. Will gets a little light refreshment when he comes across some 18th century picnic bottles, while Mark discovers a uniqu

Every day this week, celebrity contestants Nikki Fox, Ruthie Henshall, Danny John-Jules and Ignacio Lopez take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for

Janette Manrara returns with more behind-the-scenes action from the world of Strictly.

Live coverage from day six of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

In 1987, Howard and his crew are planning their biggest ever shipment – smuggling 30 tonnes of "sticky bud" from Thailand to Canada, worth a whopping $60 million. Meanwhile, the War on Drugs is picking up pace, and with increasing pressure to close the net on the smugglers, Craig isn't going to let Mr Nice slip the net this time. Has Howard's luck finally run out?

A pool party ruins Julia's plans before an important event at work. When an attractive man leaves his wallet in the newsagents, Liz takes it in the hopes of returning it and securing a date. And a new dad on the scene who has a history with Amanda puts Kevin's nose out of joint.

The day's important national and international news stories. With Paddy O'Connell.

Why are ultra-processed foods so irresistible, and how they have come to dominate food culture? This documentary by medical doctor and academic Dr Chris van Tulleken features interviews with former food industry insiders who talk openly about the way in which popular foods have been designed to be irresistible. Food companies go to extraordinary lengths to ensure their products connect with consum

Further highlights from day six of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

Tonight, it's the last quarter-final, and the week's best chefs return to do battle once more. They all want a place in knockout week, but to get there they'll have to impress the judges, as well as some special guest diners who might just know a thing or two about food. It's the invention test first, and this time the judges would like a dish centered around beetroot. They can raid the larder for

Sara is joined by broadcaster and best-selling author Graham Norton, actor, writer, comedian and podcaster Cariad Lloyd, the internet's resident librarian and social media star Jack Edwards, and comedian, author and actor Meera Syal. They share their favourite books and review the book club choice, Butter by Asako Yuzuki.

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Every day this week, celebrity contestants Nikki Fox, Ruthie Henshall, Danny John-Jules and Ignacio Lopez take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for

Wandering round Wiltshire and Somerset, Catherine and Ishy have reached their penultimate tête-à-tête. In Bath, Ishy is hoping for divine intervention with a 19th-century relic, while Catherine picks up a peppery purchase and blushes over a very cheeky find in Melksham. Away from the shops, our duo go giddy over centuries-old plasticine. They relive their youth as they play about with their plasti

Mary invites great pal, presenter and comedian Sue Perkins to spend the day with her. Although a talented cook, Sue always over-complicates when hosting a crowd and never follows a recipe, which often leads to disasters in the kitchen – she needs Mary's help! Fortunately, Mary has an array of foolproof tips and fantastic new ideas to inspire Sue, with recipes including falafel with whipped feta, a

Archaeologist Ben Robinson visits Runswick Bay on the North Yorkshire coast, where he discovers how this pretty village was once a place of danger. Ben explores the mythical "hob-holes" to uncover how they once helped supply a thriving jet industry and finds evidence of how, in the late 1800s, the village became the inspiration for a group of artists who became known as the British Impressionists.

Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.

Live coverage from day seven of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

In Muncaster in Cumbria, hundreds of people turn up with collectibles and treasures they want to take to auction. Antiques experts James Lewis and Caroline Hawley uncover a few gems including a dazzling decanter and an art nouveau picture frame. Paul Martin visits Coniston Water in the Lake District.

Every day this week, celebrity contestants Nikki Fox, Ruthie Henshall, Danny John-Jules and Ignacio Lopez take on a series of quiz rounds selected by the host, quiz legend Richard Osman. A daily winner is declared following a quickfire round at the end of each show, and the scores are tallied across the week, resulting in an overall champion being crowned on Friday. Will the winning stars opt for

Fleur East is on hand with even more Strictly exclusives in this special Musicals edition, where she's joined by a trio of celebrity super fans. Plus a sneak peak at the remaining couples' first rehearsals in the Strictly studio.

Live coverage from day seven of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

Coverage as Harrogate and Gainsborough battle it out for a place in the third round.

The magnificent Lou Sanders introduces comedians Celya AB and Neil Delamere to the stage.

The day's important national and international news stories. With Christian Fraser.

Success in Australia is bittersweet, as the rise of Brawn GP causes unrest amongst the teams that helped them. Jenson defies all expectations, achieving incredible victories despite a relentless onslaught from the sport's biggest names. Away from the track, Ross and Nick fall into a high-stakes legal battle that could spell the end of their championship dreams. As the competition heats up, Brawn f

A story of first love between Maren, a young woman learning how to survive on the margins of society, and Lee, an intense and disenfranchised drifter, as they meet and join together for a thousand-mile odyssey which takes them through the back roads, hidden passages and trapdoors of Ronald Reagan's America. But despite their best efforts, all roads lead back to their terrifying pasts and to a fina

Alcohol-related deaths from liver disease among women under 40 have risen sharply over the last decade – but why? Thirty-two-year old BBC journalist Hazel Martin goes on a personal journey to find the answer. She's one of a growing number of young women who have experienced alcohol-related liver damage, despite not regarding herself as being dependent on alcohol. Talking to doctors, patients and e

In 1994, editor James Brown spotted an opportunity to create a general interest men's magazine in a world fixated on yuppies and the new man. With a team of bucky young hopefuls, they birthed Loaded, a magazine that went on to define the lad culture of the 90s. The magazine quickly became a cultural phenomenon, offering a blend of irreverent humour, gonzo journalism, celebrity interviews, sports a

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Duggee hosts a reunion for the first ever Squirrels he looked after. But the first ever Squirrels are older now and very similar to the Squirrels' parents. Does that mean that when the Squirrels are bigger, they will become like their parents, too?

The team get all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.

Grizzy finds a crystal skull which gives him the power to sow discord within a group.

The Smith twins discover their true family history.

Arthur believes real monsters are at play at Gruselbrook Funpark's ghost ride attraction.

Amethio challenges the black Rayquaza, and Terapagos displays some of its true power.

Buddy Oliver and his dog, Conker, invite Aiyla to join them in their kitchen den to cook up some tasty food and share some of the skills and hobbies that they both love! A black belt in karate, Aiyla loves food that has a kick, so Buddy shows her how to make her very own homemade pasta, tossed with a spicy tomato sauce – all made from scratch with fresh ingredients in super simple steps. It will b

Danny-Jake takes on some epic BMX jumps – will he fly over them or crash and burn?

A lucky BP fan goes behind the scenes at Match of the Day, while two more get a VIP Women's Super League experience! Also, one of the UK's biggest social media stars, Kyle Thomas, joins us in studio, we meet the stars of Moana 2, and SV2 shows you some amazing football tips and tricks.

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Monty Don visits the world's 80 most inspiring gardens. In India, Monty visits the majestic tomb gardens of the Mughal emperors and the pleasure gardens of the Hindu Maharajahs. He looks at the quaintly British gardens of tea country and visits the famous architectural gardens at the Taj Mahal. Finally, Monty visits a little known rock and sculpture garden. It was created in secret by one man out

Roberts Tree Farm has been a Christmas fixture in Hudson Springs, New York state, selling cut-your-own trees for a generation, but this year, business is challenged by a newcomer, chain retailer Harvest Garden Supply. Jessica Roberts gets some unexpected advice from one of their customers, Clay Moore, a marketing expert who just happens to work for the new rival.

Wildlife expert Saba Douglas-Hamilton, together with her husband Frank and their three young children, move to the romantic Samburu National Reserve in Kenya to run a safari camp for the first time. But life out there isn't easy. There are monkeys in the kitchen, floods threatening the camp and, with no fences to keep out the wildlife, elephants are regular house guests. This series follows their

With plenty of deceptively easy recipes and fantastic tips, Lorraine Pascale shows people with no kitchen confidence how to pull off an impressive meal for friends and family. In this episode she helps Sonia Harwood, a mother of three and foster carer, who would love to create homemade family meals but ends up relying on frozen food. Lorraine shows her how easy cooking with fresh ingredients can b

Tom Kerridge is joined by fellow Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc to cook two dishes using ingredients that have fallen out of flavour. Raymond recreates a favourite souffle from his childhood using semolina and heritage apples to rival Tom's old-fashioned mutton chops with cabbage and turnip gratin. Oliver Peyton gets the inside track on a distilling revival that's happening right under our no

Masterchef's John Torode sifts through the archives and serves up a selection of mouth-watering dishes from some of the nation's favourite television chefs, featuring recipes and ingredients linked by the letter C. Highlights include Jamie Oliver's celery, celeriac and pomegranate salad and Raymond Blanc's cafe creme.

On a visit to the Kent coast, Ben Robinson learns how an exclusive retreat for the rich and famous suddenly became "Hellfire Corner" during World War II. Ben examines graffiti in an exclusive visit to a secret air raid shelter and tours the site of Britain's biggest guns. On the beach, the archaeologist runs his eye over the secret hideaway where Noel Coward and his partner lived after the war.

Alfred Kralik, the most trusted employee at leather goods shop Matuschek and Co in Budapest, is approached for a job by Klara Novak. Kralik is disappointed when she is hired by Mutuschek, as their working relationship becomes more and more fractious. Neither realise that the other is the correspondent they have been writing to via a newspaper lonely hearts column.

Asia's jungles are exceptionally diverse, but whilst they provide shelter, food and opportunity, they are also full of dangers and hidden threats. In monsoon forests, tigers tenaciously hunt their prey, and prehistoric-looking rhinos play courtship games akin to kiss chase. In tropical rainforests, female orangutans must search far and wide to find their perfect mates. And in the little-known fore

Chris Packham delves beneath a snake's skin to discover what has made them some of the most successful predators on earth. Their simple body plan hides remarkable adaptations that enable them to rival their limbed, winged and finned counterparts. Chris reveals the variety of ways in which snakes use their bodies not just to slither, but to climb, fly and swim. He explores how they use their senses

In this episode, Flog It! comes from the Imperial War Museum at Duxford in Cambridgeshire. The experts will be greeting hundreds of visitors and trying to find items to take off to auction. Meanwhile, Paul Martin finds out more about the Hawker Hurricane, famed for its role in the Battle of Britain.

More than half of us now live in cities. Crowded, chaotic and bursting with life – these are places under pressure. In this series, Dan Snow, Anita Rani and Ade Adepitan go behind the scenes to reveal the hidden systems and armies of people running some of the greatest cities on earth. This time, they are in Hong Kong, where space is at a premium and real estate is the most expensive in the world,

Live coverage from day eight of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

From Texas to Travis, Annie Lennox to Lulu, and Primal Scream to The Proclaimers, this collection of the best of Scottish rock and pop is the perfect way to celebrate St Andrew's Day. With performances from a range of BBC shows across the decades, this selection also features the likes of Emeli Sande, Simple Minds, Sheena Easton and Deacon Blue.

Recorded live at Hogmanay 2012 on the esplanade of historical Stirling Castle, the Proclaimers deliver a set of their best-loved tracks in front of an audience of new year revellers. One of Scotland's favourite bands, playing their classic tracks at one of the most iconic locations in Scotland – it was a great way to see in 2013.

Jesmark, like his father before him, makes a precarious living from fishing on his 12-foot luzzu on the inshore waters of Malta. On learning that his infant son is not showing normal growth and needs specialist attention, his financial situation becomes critical, and he has to make a potentially life-changing decision. In Maltese and English with English subtitles.

It's the summer of 2001, and for several of Britain's biggest boybands, life in the limelight is coming to an end. Despite almost 20 million albums sold between them, East 17 and Take That have called time on their pop dreams. Five-piece Damage has hit a glass ceiling. Tweenager heartthrobs 911 have burned out, and bad boys Five are hanging by a thread. Waiting in the wings are four-piece Blue and

Cromwell's visit to Shaftesbury Abbey has undone him. His confidence in himself and in his decisions past and present has been shaken to the core, and he is no longer able to summon up the memory of his most beloved master, Cardinal Wolsey, to help him navigate the perilous shadows of Henry's court. The court is more than usually dangerous in the autumn of 1536. A rebellion in the north country, f

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Hamza Yassin and Charlotte Smith are on the beautiful Northumberland Coast. Hamza travels to Coquet Island with the RSPB's site manager, warden and volunteers to help restore a nesting platform for the very rare roseate tern, repairing the damage caused to it by burrowing puffins. Hamza also embarks on a wildlife safari at Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve as he attempts to spot some of the magn

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As winter gets under way, Dougie is at Auchnacarry Estate in Lochaber, where he takes a walk in the woods. He goes in search of the UK's Tree of the Year, a mighty ancient oak that has recently been rediscovered and has captured the public's imagination. Shahbaz visits a farm near Crianlarich, where scientists are measuring methane emissions from sheep and looking at ways of reducing them. Rosie i

This circular walk takes Derek on a journey around the town of Llandrindod Wells, where he gets to taste spring water with medicinal qualities and tries his hand at lawn bowls. He also ventures out of town to clear a bog and help the local wildlife, and returns to present a well-deserved Weatherman Walking Local Hero Award to a first responder.

Ken Hom kicks off the show with his fragrant crispy chicken spring rolls, quick to make and even quicker to devour. Then, Olia Hercules has a cracking brunch dish with a side of pickles that would make the perfect Christmas gift. Ollie Dabbous rustles up a pumpkin soup with ricotta dumplings, all served in the pumpkin shell. And Helen McGinn delivers more homemade gifts, giving gin, rum and vodka

Nigel cooks pumpkin stew with sour cream and caramelised apples with homemade ice cream.

Can seventh-tier side Kettering Town pull off a second successive giant-killing win over league opposition and earn a place in the FA Cup third round for the first time in 16 years? The Poppies came from behind to earn a shock victory away to League One neighbours Northampton Town in the previous round, courtesy of goals from local boy Luca Miller and former Newcastle United striker Nile Ranger. A

Live coverage from the final day of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

Classical historian Dr. Michael Scott takes us on an extraordinary journey through the often-invisible treasures of one of the greatest ancient cities in the world – Istanbul. The city has been at the crossroads of Europe and Asia for over two and a half millennia. From the Greeks and Romans, through the Ottomans to the Turks, Istanbul has been fought over, destroyed and rebuilt time after time. F

Today's Flog It! comes from Culzean Castle in Ayrshire, Scotland. Local people are welcomed with their antiques and collectibles and the experts select items to go to auction. Paul Martin finds out about the history of the Castle.

Jason Mohammad introduces highlights and talking points from the FA Cup second round, with the 20 winning teams hoping to be rewarded with a tie against a top Premier League side. The nine non-league clubs still in the competition all faced EFL opponents, with Gainsborough Trinity, Harborough Town and Brackley Town away to opponents at least three divisions above them.

Live coverage from the final day of the 2024 UK Snooker Championship.

After 142 years, HMP Barlinnie is closing its doors. The prison is Scotland's largest jail and houses over 1,400 inmates in five gigantic Victorian halls. The most infamous jail in Scotland, Barlinnie has built up a fearsome reputation for violence and drug-taking over its 140-year history. On the verge of a new super jail, this series explores the prison's recent past, and how it has shaped the a

A criminal (Robert De Niro) stalks the family of the lawyer who originally defended him.