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Quasars are the brightest objects in space, powered by black holes, and the most mysterious. How do they shape the universe and ultimately aid in its destruction.

The Milky Way is dying and scientists are trying to discover what's killing it. Scientists must trace its whereabouts over the past 13.6 billion years.

How do they use ancient techniques and modern technology to produce thousands of tonnes of barbecue charcoal? How do they cook up Japan's soba noodles.

How do they grow America's only freshwater pearls in Tennessee? Plus, what secrets are behind how the world's sharpest knives are made.

How do they turn root vegetables into sweet sugar? How do they make feather dusters? And, how do they make billions of balloons to keep parties popping.

How do they turn trees into pencils? How do they make liquorice? And, how do they use traditional techniques to weave the world's most fashionable lace.

How does one family in America make three quarters of the world's peppermint oil? Plus, how are performance-enhancing tennis racquets made.

How do they make a trombone? How do they make traditional Spanish wineskins? Plus, how do they turn smelly muddy peat into rejuvenating face cream.

Mireya and Ronny return to where they heard whistles and saw glowing eyes. Meanwhile, Mireya agrees to be bait in order to lure out Bigfoot.

After Russell records thermal imagery that he believes is Bigfoot, Mireya and Ronny have a terrifying experience when they realise they're not alone.

Justin and Emiliano scan the Florida landscape and dive in waters teaming with alligators as they try to unravel the mystery of the Mayan empire's fate.

Hidden messages in a 500-year-old map lead Justin and Emiliano to Florida and Arkansas in search of a source of water said to grant eternal life.

Rise Of The Ice Giants. New research shows the migration of ice planets may have helped start life on Earth, and stopped it being destroyed. How are they so vital.

Quasars are the brightest objects in space, powered by black holes, and the most mysterious. How do they shape the universe and ultimately aid in its destruction.

The Milky Way is dying and scientists are trying to discover what's killing it. Scientists must trace its whereabouts over the past 13.6 billion years.

Beneath the densely populated city of Naples lies a looming threat. A super volcano may be on the verge of erupting and cause an apocalyptic catastrophe.

New theories claim the sunken city of Atlantis may have been in the Americas. From the Bahamas to an ancient site in Louisiana, Rob and Stefan seek the evidence.

NASA and SpaceX launch the first crewed mission from U.S. soil in almost ten years. Behind the scenes coverage of the SpaceX Dragon Capsule water landing.

Experts investigate if a nearby exoplanet could be the home to an alien civilization after a new discovery confirms that life can thrive on such a world.

A look at some of the most mind-blowing footage experts have seen - including see-through animals, algae-powered motorcycles and human sized chickens.

A showcase of Mother Nature's most amazing moments, featuring a man eaten alive by leeches and another who pulls a car with his eye sockets.

Richard explores one of the world's biggest man-made engineering projects: the Kölnbrein Dam, which can hold back an incredible 200 million tonnes of water.

Richard joins the crew of one of the biggest moving objects on earth, the Marie Maersk container ship, on her continuous 28,000-mile voyage from Asia to Europe.

Once thought to be an inevitable disaster, scientists now have the technology to prevent asteroids from hitting the Earth. How are they working to do this.

Scientists have discovered evidence of a mysterious ninth planet on the very edge of our solar system, could its moons support extra-terrestrial life.

The Universe is a violent and dangerous place. From exploding stars and colliding galaxies to nebula shockwaves - what are the worst places in the Universe.

How do they make the perfect surfboard for catching waves? Plus, how do they turn Danish cream into one of the world's favourite butters.

How are million-dollar racehorses transported across the world to their new owners? Plus, what creative methods are used to photograph food.

How do they produce a million tonnes of stainless steel? How do they keep cash safe with an uncrackable lock? How do they make traditional Indian sugar.

How do they harvest three thousand tonnes a year of the world's weirdest seafood delicacy? Plus, how do they protect water polo players from injury.

How do they build one of the world's most exclusive luxury cars? How do they make a referee's whistle that can be heard above 50,000 screaming fans.

How do they turn English willow into cricket bats for India's finest cricketers? And, how do they construct the foundations for tall buildings.

A look at how everyday items including steel pulleys and acetate eyewear are made, revealing the materials and unique production processes used in making them.

More everyday items go under the microscope, revealing their production. How are objects including gyroscopic stabilizers made.

More everyday items go under the microscope, revealing their production. How are objects including shuffleboard tables made.

More everyday items go under the microscope, revealing their production. How are objects including air hockey tables made.

Heavily inspired by superbike designs, the KTM X-Bow is always road and race ready. What elements come together to create this powerful and innovative vehicle.

The Tesla Model S is a high-performance and high-speed vehicle with zero emissions. What goes into the construction of this innovative electric car.