The British Isles have a long, rich and celebrated seafaring history stretching from the earliest times through the victories of Drake and Nelson, the voyages of discovery and the defence of the realm by vessels of all types in the present century. Much of this history is recorded in literature and in museums but reaches its most tangible form in the large number of historical ships that have been preserved and are continually restored as monuments to a proud past.

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Discover the wildlife of Transylvania, a mysterious and secretive region hiding some of Europe's last true wilderness. Its soaring Carpathian Mountains and vast ancient forests provide sanctuary for wolves, bears and lynx.

The Mackenzie and Amazon valleys are 10,000 km apart and are ecologically distinct. Yet, in a subtle sense they are collaborating elements within the biosphere, the Earth's thin layer of living matter. In this film are seen two of the world's myriad river ecosystems and how they are linked within the biosphere.

Written and directed by Ric Burns, The Way West chronicles how the American West was lost and won, from the Gold Rush until the final major battle of the Indian Wars at Wounded Knee. Following the clash of cultures as Native Americans and whites struggled bitterly over the land, this documentary tells the story of conquest and defeat and explores the spiritual dimensions of the struggle for the American West.

Earthrise tells the story of the first image captured of the Earth from space by humans. Told solely by the Apollo 8 astronauts, the film recounts their experiences and memories and explores the beauty, awe, and grandeur of the Earth against the blackness of space. This iconic image had a powerful impact on the astronauts and the world, offering a perspective that transcended national, political, and religious boundaries. Told 50 years later, Earthrise compels us to remember this shift and to reflect on the Earth as a shared home.

The brutal murder of 16-year-old Brianna Ghey in a Warrington park shocked the nation. In this documentary, her mother Esther talks about her daughter, and how the tragedy has driven her fight for change. The film details the 28-hour search that led to the arrest of Brianna 15-year-old killers - Scarlett Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe. Friends and family also talk about Brianna's trans journey, the struggles she faced, and the love she brought to those around her.

Cathy Newman hears testimony from victims of former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed, who allege that a female former senior employee of the store was instrumental in enabling and covering up their rape and abuse by the notorious billionaire over more than a decade. Newman hears how the woman would recruit young girls inside the retail premises and even out on London's streets, then deliver them to Fayed. Afterwards, she would threaten and persuade the women to keep quiet about what happened to them.

The island of Guadalcanal may not be the first name that comes to mind when asked to recall the epic battles of World War II, but it's significance is greater than most people think. This program from the National Geographic channel illustrates how thin small island in the south Pacific witnessed some incredibly turbulent times during the heat of battle, culminating in over 50 sunken warships being laid to rest around the tiny coast.

When 20-year-old Mhairi Black was elected to be the member of parliament for Paisley and Renfrewshire South in 2015, she became the youngest person since the Reform Act of 1832 to take a seat in the House of Commons. As if that wasn't enough, the man she pipped to the post was former foreign secretary Douglas Alexander. She won hands down, beating him by almost 6,000 votes, and all before she had even completed her politics degree at Glasgow University.

“Luminous” tells the story of the first astronomer in history to publicly predict the near-future explosion of a star. But will he be right? Others in the astronomical community are skeptical, and professional reputations hang in the balance. In production since 2014, “Luminous” follows Calvin College astronomy professor Larry Molnar’s five-year journey to test his unprecedented prediction, knowing that its success or failure will unfold squarely in the international spotlight.

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Forever Wild celebrates America's commitment to wilderness and its preservation. Shot in high definition, the film captures the glory of undeveloped, wild places through visually stunning images. It also profiles America's modern wilderness heroes – individuals who have volunteered countless hours and immeasurable energy to ensure that these wild places remain forever wild.

From the industrial past to a remarkable rewilding. Iolo Williams explores the history, heritage and habitats of an abundance of wildlife in the south Wales valleys.

The inside story of the tech entrepreneurs who created the social media app Twitter. At first the site grew on the back of celebrities who realised it offered them a direct way to communicate with fans. After going global, it seemed to be fulfilling the founders' dream of a digital utopia where all voices would be heard. But as hate speech and misinformation flooded the platform, the founders faced growing problems to control it - and the sale to Elon Musk in 2022 represented the end of their dream.