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The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p

Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci

Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re

Antiques dealers Melissa Drabble, Lucy Ryder Richardson and Jon Swanston are on a buying trip to the south of France. Their base is a historic farmhouse in Provence – perfectly located close to some of the country's best antiques markets, or brocantes, as they are known locally. The trio are heading to Carpentras, home to France's oldest synagogue and now host to a market that attracts dealers fro

Archaeologist Ben Robinson takes us to the quiet village of Ravenglass, tucked away on the edge of the Lake District's National Park, where he finds out about its strategic importance to the Roman empire. Ben explores the village and its surrounding area to uncover the remarkable evidence of its Roman past: unearthing Roman pottery, locating the earthworks of its fort and marvelling at one the bes

In this episode the team explores the coastal waters of the Indian Ocean to discover what happens when the powerful Indian Ocean collides with the edge of a continent. Expedition Leader Paul Rose, Environmentalist Philippe Cousteau Jr, Maritime Archaeologist Dr Lucy Blue and Marine Biologist and Oceanographer Tooni Mahto search for one of the ocean's most mysterious creatures, the seahorse, to see

Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant

Celebrity gameshow. Every week Richard Osman welcomes four celebrities to take on some of his many tricky and fiendish games. Playing from Monday to Friday – with double points being given on Fridays – the contestants are faced with a selection of competitions individually and as pairs. The winner of each episode is awarded prizes for being the daily winner. The contestant with the most points at

Paul follows the River Ayr as it flows from Loch Glenbuck towards the sea and the Clyde coast. The old mining village of Glenbuck was demolished long ago, but its memory is kept alive by former resident Barbara Alexander whose uncle, the famous Liverpool football manager Bill Shankly, was a Glenbuck man. From Glenbuck, Paul follows the river through a landscape pockmarked by the scars of old miner

Long-running British television quiz show in which contestants face two rounds of quick-fire probing questions, firstly on a specialised subject of the their choice, and the second on general knowledge. Each contestant has two minutes under the spotlight of a black leather chair to answer as many questions as possible. The contestant scores one point for each correct answer and may pass as often a

Long-running general knowledge quiz that tests the intellectual powers of the brightest undergraduates in Britain. Launched in 1962 and hosted by Bamber Gascoigne, the show achieved cult status with teams from two different rival colleges pitting their wits against each other each week. The questions are as varied and as tough as they can be, and competitors risk having hard-earned points deducted

In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati

Weil sie eine streng vertrauliche E-Mail des US-Geheimdiensts CIA der Presse zugespielt hat, muss sich Gun, Übersetzerin beim britischen Nachrichtendienst GCHQ, wegen Verstoßes gegen den sogenannten Official Secrets Act vor Gericht verantworten. Grund für ihren Geheimnisverrat: In besagter Mail werden die britischen Agenten aufgefordert, belastendes Material gegen fünf Mitglieder des UN-Sicherheit

Discover more about the British countryside as the presenters visit rural homes and areas to bring stories about nature and wildlife and environmental topics to a wider audience. The programme focuses on seasonal subjects with an overarching theme of conservation, species protection, the preservation of the rural way of life and challenges facing modern farming communities. The Sunday morning show

A long-running crime drama series, set on the fictional Caribbean island of Saint Marie. Outwardly, the location is an idyllic destination for holidaymakers who arrive in their droves in search of sea, sun and sand. For a succession of British detectives who are sent out to assist their fellow officers, it resembles a sleepy backwater. But first appearances are often deceptive, and Saint Marie is

Programme that follows two teams consisting of an antiques expert and a celebrity, as they go on a road trip around the UK searching for treasures and competing to make the most money to give to charity. On their trip, they find rare items, and learn more about the history of the item they purchased. Then, they try to sell their antique at an auction, hoping to make a profit and give it all to cha

Two teams of amateur collectors meet at an antiques fair to compete to turn in the largest profit from a £300 budget. The teams receive guidance from expert traders, who give feedback on which items are most likely to attract the highest bids. The contestants first head to the High Street to acquire items they want to trade. Any leftover money is taken by their mentors, who go shopping for extra i

When in France, it's very easy to focus on the savoury food offerings. That's not surprising with the incredible meat, fish, veg and cheese in such beautiful abundance. But Marcus wants to discover what simple sweet treats are on offer in Provence. After a visit to the market, where he finds pastries, jams and nougat to tempt him, he makes the simplest sweet imaginable: lavender sugar. It's the pe

Marcus has a VIP guest coming for dinner, the mayor of Saint-Remy's sister, and he really wants to impress. As she is a bit of a history buff, he decides to do some research into the origins of some local produce to find culinary inspiration. There's one simple ingredient he has in mind that's not only a classic and worldwide staple but cost effective too. It has been eaten for millennia, and it t

The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p

Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci

Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re

Antiques dealers Viki Knott, Ian Humphries and Moses Otunla are on a buying trip to the south of France. Their base is a historic French farmhouse in Provence, which is perfectly located close to some of France's best antiques markets, or brocantes, as they are locally known. The trio are heading to the Occitanie region to the beautiful town of Pézenas – home to over 50 antiques shops. Twice a yea

Sitting on the east coast of Jersey, and about 14 miles from the coast of Normandy, the small village of Gorey was, for hundreds of years the frontline of defence between the British Isles and its enemy, the French. Archaeologist Ben Robinson follows the story of this small village's history as an important military location, from the castle built in the 1200s to the experiences of the village in

The team embarks on an expedition to explore the profound effect that man is having on the Mediterranean Sea. Western civilisation developed around its shores, but now human activity is threatening to destroy it. Expedition leader Paul Rose, environmentalist Philippe Cousteau Jr, maritime archaeologist Dr Lucy Blue and marine biologist and oceanographer Tooni Mahto investigate how the Mediterranea

Members of the public sell their unwanted antiques at auction in an effort to make profit. But will the risk pay off? Host Paul Martin presents this compelling reality TV show, and there are experts on hand to do a valuation of the items beforehand, too. The show travels up and down the country, meaning everyone has the opportunity to take part and win some cash, as long as they have the right ant

Celebrity gameshow. Every week Richard Osman welcomes four celebrities to take on some of his many tricky and fiendish games. Playing from Monday to Friday – with double points being given on Fridays – the contestants are faced with a selection of competitions individually and as pairs. The winner of each episode is awarded prizes for being the daily winner. The contestant with the most points at

The show travels to the north of the UK to look at the most fascinating archaeology uncovered in the region over the course of 2021. In North Yorkshire, a team of community volunteers are digging down beneath Richmond Castle, one of the country's oldest and best-preserved Norman castles, and what they find tells a rich 1000-year story, from its origins as a Norman stronghold to the intimate role i

Comedy panel game show where celebrities and comedians come together in two teams to gain points on Quite Interesting topics. Presented by Sandi Toksvig with permanent panellists Stephen Fry and Alan Davies, with four guests that change each episode. The show asks the guests a series of questions that are obscure, difficult or misleading where there are often "obvious but wrong" answers. The quiz

In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati

True-crime documentary series that follows the team of forensic specialists from Northumbria Police- crime scene investigators, ballistics scientists, forensic pathologists,... and reveals the crucial role they play in bringing criminals to justice. Take a look at the incredible journey of individual pieces of evidence from the moment they are found at the crime scene, through to microscopic analy

English comedian, actress and writer Sara Pascoe tries to find the world's most endangered jobs. She is exploring skills that might soon be lost in the world of modern technology that is constantly changing. Sara starts her epic journey with a mission to learn about the history, politics, and technology of fascinating countries and pick up new skills just as they're about to stop existing. The que

Hopeful candidates compete for a one-off chance of working for British business magnate Alan Sugar. Would-be employees divide into teams for a series of increasingly challenging tasks set by the entrepreneur. It is a do-or -die opportunity of making it to the final shortlist, under the watchful eyes of Lord Sugar's associates Karren Brady and Claude Littner. The contestants are up against the cloc

Programme that follows two teams consisting of an antiques expert and a celebrity, as they go on a road trip around the UK searching for treasures and competing to make the most money to give to charity. On their trip, they find rare items, and learn more about the history of the item they purchased. Then, they try to sell their antique at an auction, hoping to make a profit and give it all to cha

Push factors from the noisy, bustling cities of Britain, combined with the alluring peace of the countryside, has the population dreaming of homes in more scenic surroundings. Escape to the Country sees buyers from different areas on the UK considering their options to settle down in the English countryside. Presenters show off a range of prospective homes, before they must make their final decisi

The latest news from the BBC,which is designed to inform you on current affairs. The BBC is aims to be a totally impartial public service broadcaster, and was established by Royal Charter. The BBC is funded by a licence fee paid by British households, and is regulated by Ofcom. They aim to create high-quality content, in order to inform and educate, but also entertain, their audience Millions of p

Join presenter Jo Coburn as she discusses the latest political news and stories in a conversational format, covering the comings-and-goings from Westminster in the BBC's daily politics programme. Featuring opinions and arguments from all the sides of the political spectrum, the show invites informed and opinionated guests to share their views on the stories of the day. Andrew Neil presents a speci

Entertaining and educational British quiz show, hosted by Rick Edwards, in which 24 regular contestants compete throughout the series to answer a slew of tricky questions. But some of the optional answers are designed to be ''impossible'', or at the very least inconsistent with the information given. The participants must avoid selecting these booby trap answer. After two exciting rounds, those re

Antiques dealers Adi Higham, James Gooch and Jacqui Harries are on a buying trip to the south of France. Their base is a historic French farmhouse in Provence – perfectly located close to some of France's best antiques markets, or brocantes, as they are locally known. The trio are heading to a beautiful market in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, which opens weekly in the shadow of Fort Saint-André. They co

Archaeologist, Ben Robinson visits the east coast village of Flamborough which sits on a rugged headland sticking out into the North Sea. A largely unassuming village today, it was once effectively cut off from the rest of the country by a five-metre-deep, two-and-a-half-mile long man-made dyke, re-enforced and fortified with local chalk. As Ben discovers when he visits two of the village's most p

Documentary series. The team ventures into one of the world's most hostile environments, the Arctic Ocean, which plays a crucial role in controlling our climate. Expedition leader Paul Rose, environmentalist Philippe Cousteau Jr, maritime archaeologist Dr Lucy Blue and marine biologist and oceanographer Tooni Mahto head to this hostile and remote ocean, where they plan to dive beneath the polar ic

Paul Martin and the team are on the south east coast, in the seaside town of Bexhill-on-Sea. Experts Michael Baggot and David Fletcher have their work cut out digging and delving through bags and boxes looking for unwanted antiques. David finds a charming art deco children's clock, while Michael may have discovered a painting that could be worth thousands! Paul also visits the site of the Battle o

Celebrity gameshow. Every week Richard Osman welcomes four celebrities to take on some of his many tricky and fiendish games. Playing from Monday to Friday – with double points being given on Fridays – the contestants are faced with a selection of competitions individually and as pairs. The winner of each episode is awarded prizes for being the daily winner. The contestant with the most points at

It is early 2016 and sailors begin to arrive at Rosyth dockyard in Scotland where HMS Queen Elizabeth is still under construction. Captain Jerry Kyd and his 700 sailors are assembling to take up their posts on the biggest warship ever constructed for the Royal Navy. Their mission? To take the prototype warship to sea for the first time on dangerous make or break sea trials in the North Sea. Before

In-depth news and current affairs review of the main political and economic stories of the day, featuring robust interviews with senior government and opposition figures, business and union leaders, and analytical reports that delve behind the headlines. Regular presenters cross-examine studio guests on details of policies, priorities, actions and inactions, on a range of domestic UK and internati

Unspun World provides an unvarnished version of the week's major global news stories – reliable, honest and essential viewing. The BBC's world affairs editor John Simpson brings his experience and expertise to bear on the most important international stories. In discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world he uses their unique local knowledge to go beyond the headlines

Fifty years ago, an Australian self-styled preacher decided to create his own heaven on earth in a remote part of New Zealand. Recruiting members from all over the world, he built a community based on strict and literal interpretations of the Bible, with a set of strictly assigned gender roles. This episodes look into the beginnings of the Gloriavale community and how it evolved from its socialist