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A look at how slurp-worthy instant noodle soup, sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, and rich and fluffy marshmallow chocolate cups get to the masses. (S2, ep 12) RATING: AA.

A look at how how a warm, soothing Indian vegetable stew, light and airy crunchy Mexican puffs and a chocolatey-cheesy Russian treat are made. (S2, Ep13) RATING: AA.

...Special Report. Risky Runways: In Sao Paolo, the Himalayas, and on the Norwegian coast, three flight crews are pushed to the limit by the toughest landings on earth. RATING: NU7.

Attention turns to one of the most fearsome weapons of war, the Kamikaze, a tactic explored by the Nazis and perfected by the Japanese. All ages.

Archaeologists unearth clues about a mysterious dynasty of pharaohs called 'The Sun Kings' - but how did they transform Egyptian society? 7+.

Tim Shaw and Fuzz Townshend take on a 1980s legend; a British championship winning Metro 6R4 that was found languishing in a scrapyard. Suitable for all audiences.

In April 1981, the first Space Shuttle launched, ushering a new era of space exploration. Carrying the shuttle was the monstrous NASA Crawler. All ages.

On 20 January 1992, Air Inter flight 148 began its descent into Strasbourg. Amid bad weather it hit a mountain, prompting a search for survivors. (S8, ep 7) RATING: AA.

Off the coast of Sicily, maritime archaeologists find traces of a fierce battle that changed Ancient Rome's history, catapulting it to power. U.

After switching from pirate hunter to unpopular pirate captain, William Kidd chased treasure until his fateful trial - where he was charged with murder. 12+.

Kim is determined to restore her late husband's dream car - a 1995 Nissan Skyline GTR - but, with a family to look after, she needs help from Tim and Fuzz. All ages.

Urban construction relies on two types of cranes to hoist the next high-rise - but when they fail, they make one big mess. Plus, discover the bad side of escalators. 7+.

An investigation into the fate of Indonesia AirAsia Flight 8501, which crashed into the Java sea with 162 people on board in December 2014. (S15, ep 9) RATING: AA.

When a bird strike takes out both engines, Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger and co-pilot Jeffrey Skiles attempt to land in the Hudson River. 7+.

Landing at one of the world's most challenging airports, a passenger plane comes in like a fighter jet, skids off the runway and bursts into flames. RATING: NU.

Thord and Erlend get spooked trying to rescue a van beside a graveyard, while Bjoern gives rookie Jan Erik a lesson in becoming a proper rescuer. 7+.

A mid-air explosion rocks Southwest Airlines 1380. While pilots struggle to regain control, flight attendants make a horrifying discovery. RATING: NU7.

The spotlight falls on Liverpool's Curtis 'Cocky' Warren, who made big money in drugs, becoming the only criminal ever to feature on the Sunday Times Rich List. 12+.

The summer season is frantic for maritime authorities. As drug boats and small dinghies sail towards Spanish territory, small vessels wait to refuel them. 7+. (1 of.

The team hit the jackpot in an abandoned church, finding a Tiffany-style stained glass window and the remains of a basement bowling alley.

Dave hopes to get gold from the ground using a stamp mill. Diego learns that a local horse hospital could hold the key to his fortune. But how?. All ages.

Weapons expert Sean Rich and his team of military aficionados travel America in search of rare and priceless antique weapons and militaria. All ages.

A look at why it took dozens of tries to perfect gluten-free veggie pockets, plus why the secret to apple butter is all in the details. RATING: AA.

Discover the secrets behind Alpha-Bits cereal, squid ink pasta, zesty garden mix, and gummy peach rings. RATING: AA.

Yin and Yang, two Asian small-clawed otters show off their x-ray training skills. RATING: AA.

Three new baby pronghorns are welcomed to the zoo, but only a few get to meet their adult roommates for the first time. RATING: AA.

Your one-stop-shop for all things cruise; bringing you the hottest destinations, ground-breaking ships and the latest deals to ensure your next cruise holiday is your greatest one.

Discover how irresistibly flaky sausage rolls, fluffy marshmallow Easter treats, sweet and sour lollipops, and crunchy pita puffs get made. (S2, ep14) RATING: AA.

Discover how candied pretzels, Cornish pasties and jelly beans make it from production to your plate. (S2, ep 15) RATING: AA.

...Special Report. Lethal Choices: Faced with a mid-air crisis, pilots must make life-and-death decisions, but the wrong choice can trigger more serious problems. RATING: NU.

One of the greatest fortifications in warfare history, the campaign to breach Hitler's Siegfried Line cost 140,000 American casualties. 7+.

The plug gets pulled on Scotland's famous loch as experts search for the truth about Nessie. But as the waters drain, more than a monster is revealed... RATING: AA.

Tim and Fuzz are off to Southampton to take on a 1969 Jensen Interceptor. The owner adored the car until he got extreme arthritis. Suitable for all audiences.

Since the dawn of time, humans have risked all to travel the seas. Now, new technologies have broken the barriers to extreme water travel. All ages.

Looks into the crash of Chalk's Ocean Airways Flight #101. Rocked by an explosion 500 feet up, the aircraft plunged into the ocean leaving no survivors. (S8, ep 8) RATING: AA.

How did the Colosseum come to symbolise the might of Rome? Archaeologists venture into the ruins and unearth long-lost amphitheatres to find clues. U.

The name synonymous with chaos. Blackbeard gained momentum through the Caribbean, before blockading Charleston and fighting a bloody battle. 12+.

Plans to restore a loved 1963 Alfa Romeo Guilia Spider grind to a halt when its owner is hit by a crippling medical condition. Can the boys work their motoring magic? (S3, ep 6) RATING: AA.

Tunnels are engineering marvels, cutting through the landscape and creating direct routes - until they cave in. Plus, a bridge suddenly collapses in Miami. 7+.

Investigation into National Airlines Flight 102, a cargo plane which crashed after take-off from Bagram in 2013. All seven people onboard died. (S15, ep 10). All Ages.

Documentary exploring the horror of the final year of WWII and the infamous Panzer elite division that perpetrated huge massacres on the Eastern Front. (1 of 2) RATING: NU.

Documentary exploring the horror of the final year of WWII and the infamous Panzer elite division that perpetrated huge massacres on the Eastern Front. (2 of 2) RATING: NU.

Attention turns to one of the most fearsome weapons of war, the Kamikaze, a tactic explored by the Nazis and perfected by the Japanese. All ages.

A private jet shuttling business passengers to Ohio slams into an apartment building, instantly killing everyone on board. What went wrong? Rating: All ages.