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A look at how a carefully selected batch of healthy dried beans can create a delicious four-blend medley. Plus, a decadent after-dinner treat.

Discover how eggnog gets its rich and creamy texture. Plus, a look at how gingerbread houses are built on a foundation of dough and icing.

...Special Report. Splash Down: Three last-resort water landings. All handled differently, yet each one crucial to improving the outcomes of ditching on open water. RATING: AA.

December 1943. Fuelled by the loss of mentor Dudley "Mush" Morton, Richard Hetherington O'Kane and his submarine USS Tang set out to assault Japanese shipping.

Experts search the Pacific for proof of Japan's devastating firepower against the Allies, as well as their catastrophic attack on Australia. All Ages.

The boys head to Norfolk where an old hot hatch awaits. Owner Senna, as her name suggests, comes from a family of petrol heads. Rating: All ages.

Experts investigate the cause behind the devastating storm that ravaged New York. All Ages.

Two minutes after Scandinavian Airlines Flight #751 left Stockholm, smoke filtered through the cabin and both engines failed, one erupting into flames. (S9, ep 3) RATING: AA.

Herculaneum: Experts investigate Herculaneum's grisly skeletons and uncover what happened in the deadly final hours after Mount Vesuvius erupted. U.

Seeking further wealth, the Vikings attacked Constantinople in 860, becoming a permanent and feared fixture in the Byzantine Empire. U.

Tim and Fuzz are challenged to transform an extremely rare and prized AC Aceca for a deserving dad in Leeds. But can they keep their fix-up mission a secret? (S4, ep 1) RATING: AA.

How did the shuttle Columbia tear itself to pieces during re-entry? And how did a concrete high-rise in London become an inferno? 7+. (1 of.

Experts examine why Garuda Indonesia Flight 152 crashed into the jungle, killing 234 people, when it was minutes away from the Medan airport runway. (S16, ep 10) RATING: AA.

Two-part documentary exploring how Nazi ideology made children pledge their lives to Hitler and how they were turned into soldiers. (1 of 2) RATING: AA.

A look at the hundreds of brainwashed Hitler youth members. Those captured spent up to three years in denazification camps. (2 of 2) RATING: NU.

Discover the Messerschmitt Me 262. One of the most technologically advanced aeroplanes of World War II, it was built in a subterranean cave. 7+. All ages.

A commuter turboprop slams into the side of a hill in New Zealand, and the search for answers inevitably leads to the cockpit. RATING: NU.

Delta Airlines Flight 191 hit a storm. A strong gale slammed the plane to the ground, killing all on board. Can plane designers ever overcome microburst winds? 12+.

In summer, increased boat traffic brings a surge in emergencies that authorities must handle - while smuggling mafias continue to navigate the seas. 7+. (5 of.

Jay and the team search the former headquarters of Pabst Brewing Company, finding an intriguing blueprint and valuable collectibles. (S1, ep 7). All Ages.

The military aficionados head to auctions in Houston where they test the firepower of a 1907 Winchester and an American Revolution blunderbuss pistol. All ages.

Sean meets a man who spent his childhood unwittingly playing with an incredibly valuable toy. He also finds a veteran who owns one of his favourite weapons. All ages.

Bundt Cake & First-Class Lunch: As one kitchen crew tries to bake 440 cakes by morning, another cooks first-class meals for passengers aboard a train. RATING: AA.

Jalapeno Poppers & Sweet and Spicy Chili: In this Big Game special, dive into chocolate pizza, jalapeno poppers, thirst-quenching pilsners and sweet chipotle chili. RATING: AA.

Slow and Steady Wins the Mate: Heidi Rose finds a mate and a herd of onagers are wrangled into the barn for their annual check-ups. Suitable for all audiences.

A "golden girl" mandrill named Eebi undergoes a risky procedure. Plus, a sly cheetah proves she's nobody's fool. Not recommended for children under 12.

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Discover how a few simple ingredients produce the complex flavour of crumbly Scottish shortbread and how moist cake and creamy mousse are rolled into Yule logs.

Take a look inside a jawbreaker factory and go behind-the-scenes at Tim Hortons' roasting facility! (S3, ep 1) RATING: AA.

Mistaken identity and hostile fire over enemy territory are among the many risks that pilots face in war zones around the world. U.

June, 1944. Six allied commandos spying on Japan's merchant ships fall under threat when their covert operation is discovered by the enemy.

Experts learn secrets of the Roman Empire when they uncover one of the oldest shipwrecks in the world. A port lost for centuries is also discovered. RATING: AA.

The hosts are off to Manchester to pick up a 1978 Bedford HA Ice Cream Van. Owner Barbara has served ice cream to the locals for over 50 years. RATING: NU.

A unique documentary charts the extraordinary journey of the tornado that struck El Reno, Oklahoma, on 31 May 2013: one of the largest and fastest twisters ever recorded. All ages.

Investigation into the crash of Continental Connections Flight 3407 in 2009. 51 people died when it plummeted into a house 10km from the runway. (S9, ep 4) RATING: AA.

In 2009, Air France Flight 447 vanished over the Atlantic Ocean, with the wreckage only being found two years later. But what caused the catastrophic crash? 7+.

Discover the siege of Paris in 885, which was just part of the Viking's persistent and bloody attacks on Francia. U.

Tim and Fuzz take on the restoration of a Datsun 240z for its deserving owner Paul. But with so much to do, will they get the car back to him in time? (S4, ep 2) RATING: AA.

On 11 May 1996, ValuJet Flight 592 crashed into the Florida Everglades, killing all 110 passengers onboard. What caused the plane to plummet?. All ages.

The pilots blamed the weather when USAir Flight 1016 fell from the sky, killing 37 people. But were severe rains only part of the story? (S16, ep 6) RATING: AA.

The Witch Hunt Begins: Uncover the story of how the ambitions of a misogynist led to women being hunted and tried for an impossible crime for centuries. 12+. (3 of.

Cutting-edge visuals drain the water around Alcatraz to reveal why the prison was so inescapable and find out what the bay's fault lines could mean for San Francisco's future. All ages.

SAS commando Chris Ryan tells of how he had to race 200 miles across the desert to evade Iraqi forces when a mission went awry in 1991.

Facing a cascade of failures and an engine fire, a turboprop is just seconds from the tarmac in Montreal when it flips over and crashes to the ground. RATING: NU.

A passenger jet unexpectedly runs out of fuel. The pilot heads for a decommissioned air force base, not knowing it is hosting a weekend family event. All Ages.

From east to west, alarms echo across the seas. Maritime forces mobilise, chasing down drug traffickers while racing to rescue lives. 7+. (6 of.

The team salvage elegant furnishings and historic gems, as they search a former bank that once held the fortunes of rich oil barons. (S1, ep 8). All Ages.

Shooter hits the range with an MP5 sub-machine gun. Plus, Jim gets his hands on a Colt .45 that allegedly belonged to Buffalo Bill. Can he prove it's real? All ages.

Sean and the team uncover a very rare 1915 Vickers machine gun. It could prove a huge seller at auction. But how will it fare on the range? All ages.

In this Halloween special, go trick-or-treating for candy corn, booger lollipops, spooktacular gummies and pumpkin cookies. RATING: AA.

Smoke out the scrumptious secrets behind backyard BBQ favourites, like gourmet barbecue sauce, vegetarian patties and old-school relish. RATING: AA.

A star duck has a mysterious leg injury. Meanwhile, a beaver is overdue at the dentist and an unwell onager is in for an exam. Suitable for all audiences.

Monkey the anxious bush baby has been harming his tail. Will Dr K have to amputate? Suitable for all audiences.

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Get a look inside the age-old making of baklava and the high-tech machines that create candy buttons. Suitable for all audiences. All ages.

Get a look inside the making of Cherry Garcia ice cream, Earl Grey Tea and lollipops! Suitable for all audiences. All ages.

In a rush to complete their flights, three different flight crews skip key procedures, ignore signs of danger and make deadly decisions. U.

Master of War: Archaeologists hunt for clues to explain how warrior pharaoh, Ramses the Great, earned his legendary status. 7+.

Cutting-edge documentary which pulls the virtual plug from North America's Great Lakes. What secrets of geology and human history lurk beneath these huge expanses of fresh water? RATING: AA.

The hosts pick up one of France's most legendary rally racers: A 1972 Renault Alpine 110. The car has never been driven by it's owner, Guido. (S9, ep 7) RATING: AA.

Video footage captures the devastation wrought by the 'super outbreak' of tornadoes that struck the USA in April 2011 - the most active month on record. All Ages.

Considered the worst air disaster in South American history, TAM Airlines Flight 3054 killed 181 passengers when it slammed into a gas station in 2007. RATING: AA.

The incredible story of the design, top-secret construction and fate of The Yamato, the biggest and most powerful battleship in history. All ages.

Political turmoil in Norway leads The Vikings to journey west. On their travels, they become the first Europeans to reach North America. U.

Join Tim Shaw and Fuzz Townshend for more secret fix-ups. They transform a rusty old Volvo P1800... with a little help from Sir Roger Moore. (S4, ep 3) RATING: AA.

A carelessly discarded match caused the worst fire in London Underground's history, killing 31 people. How did this small fire become a deadly fireball?. All ages.

Experts look into the fate of TransAsia Flight 235. Dash cam footage captured its final moments, but still the cause of its crash remained a mystery. (S16, ep 8) RATING: AA.

How did a nuclear missile explode in its silo? And why was the ferry Estonia's sinking the worst European maritime disaster since Titanic? 7+. (2 of.

When a truck driver refuses help after sliding to a standstill, he creates chaos on the main road. Plus, a gritter falls victim to the ice. 7+.

Nalu and Daniel Apassingok go seal hunting as they cope with a heavy loss, while Tig Strassburg takes his sons duck hunting. 7+.

Facing poor visibility, a cargo flight is on final approach to an Alabama airport when it hits a grove of trees and crashes. What went wrong? RATING: NU.

A design fault leads to an explosion on a DC-10. Two years later and the same fault causes a similar tragedy. It could've been prevented so why wasn't it? All Ages.

Along the Spanish shores, the festival honouring the patron saint of sailors comes alive with vibrant events - bringing a different challenge for the Coastguards. 7+. (7 of.

Follow shrewd scavengers and refurbishers as they search long-abandoned buildings for items of high value or huge historical importance. (S1, ep 9). All Ages.

Weapons expert Sean finds a chest that could have hoarded pirate treasure on the high seas. Plus, Shooter stumbles upon a unique anti-bandit gun. All ages.

Tesla in Fremont, California, share electrifying insights into one of the most iconic electric cars - the Model 3. (S1, ep 1) RATING: AA.

Maple Sugar Candies & S'mores Ice Cream: Celebrate Canada Day with this mouth-watering look into butter tarts, maple syrup candies and handcrafted s'mores ice cream. RATING: AA.

Unpack aphrodisiacs in this episode celebrating all things love, from sexy pickled asparagus to farm-fresh beets. RATING: AA.

A baby skunk has a bloated belly, and a rabbit has severe swelling in his jaw which could kill him if left untreated. Not recommended for children under 12.

Crystal the bearded dragon requires emergency surgery, and Leo the tortoise is brought in after being run over by a car. (S1, ep 3) RATING: NU.

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Take a look at how gigantic batches of some of your favourites are made, from fruit candy to chicken soup! Suitable for all audiences. All ages.

Discover the magic of making peanut brittle and bagels! Suitable for all audiences. All ages.

From corrosion and metal fatigue to faulty repairs, three doomed airlines are brought down by gradually deteriorating parts. U.

July 1940. In the North Atlantic, a British escort pins down one of Germany's top U-boat captains. Otto Kretschmer and crew face a barrage of underwater bombs.

When a truck driver refuses help after sliding to a standstill, he creates chaos on the main road. Plus, a gritter falls victim to the ice. 7+.

The hosts head to Leicester to pick up a Mk 3 Ford Cortina, once Britain's top selling car but now on the automotive endangered species list. All ages.

As the world's weather gets wilder, warmer and weirder, experts investigate the effects of our changing climate. Could it be making tornadoes and hurricanes more powerful.

A look at the crash of West Caribbean Airways Flight 708 in 2005. Faulty engines and bad weather caused the plane to stall, plummeting 160 people to their deaths. RATING: AA.

Fast tracked by Hitler, the Luftwaffe grew from nothing into an advanced air force that contained some of the deadliest technology of World War II. 12+.

The mid-10th-century reign of Harald Bluetooth marked the start of a second Viking age, but it was not to last. Discover the final days of the Vikings. U.

Tim and Fuzz get more than they bargained for when they agree to secretly restore a beloved Singer Le Mans sports car for its 70-year-old owner. (S4, ep 4) RATING: AA.

Seconds from Disaster. Looks at the 1999 Paddington train crash. Who was at fault? And could the devastating collision that killed 31 people have been avoided? Rating: All ages.

Terrorists claimed responsibility when Metrojet 9268 broke up in the air after leaving Sharm el Sheikh. But can experts prove what really happened? (S16, ep 5) RATING: AA.

When an otter in desperate need washes up on his jetty in Shetland, Billy and his wife Susan welcome a unique new member of their family. Heartwarming documentary. 7+.

E-Type Emergency: Mike's childhood dream to own an E-type Jaguar becomes a nightmare thanks to ill health. Although, the boys step in to get the car back on the road. (S3, ep 1) RATING: AA.

Tim and Fuzz head to Derbyshire to secretly fix up petrolhead Ged's 1971 supercar after health issues stalled his plans to restore it. RATING: AA.

When Alaska Airlines Flight 261 suddenly nosedives into the Pacific, investigators uncover a critical maintenance issue. All ages.