An ancient piece of corroded metal is more than it seems: an alien-looking device of intricate dials and cogs; there are over 30 gears inside and some gears have up to 65 teeth on them. Using cutting-edge imaging technology, experts examine what could actually be a 2,000-year-old computer. How can an ancient Roman cup change colour? It's not an optical illusion. It really does change colour from red to green.
Zachary Quinto explores the unpredictable and terrifying phenomenon of sinkholes to determine just what causes them. He visits a Florida man whose brother was killed when their family home was literally swallowed whole by the Earth as well as a series of sinkholes that are forming a series of caves right below the houses of a quaint suburban neighbourhood. Whether they be a part of some biblical prophecy or further evidence of mankind's effect on our planet, he's alarmed to discover that all the same, they can strike anywhere in the world, at any time.
The band heads to Nashville, Tenn. Dave sits down with Dolly Parton, Tony Joe White, Steve Earle, Willie Nelson, Emmylou Harris and producer Tony Brown to discuss Nashville's musical influences and the Nashville sound. Foo Fighters prepare to record at Southern Ground studio, owned by country musician Zac Brown, who also guests on the song 'Congregation'.
In the fifth episode of the series, as Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.
The little known story of our quest to understand the origins of the Moon. Neil Armstrong's "giant leap for mankind" began a scientific journey of discovery that lead to one of the most startling conclusions in the history of astronomy. The Moon was born from Earth.
All three episodes of this remarkable series are presented together in a single video on our website. This powerful documentary gives voice to the people of New Orleans, from the terror and chaos of the storm to the long, painful aftermath. As Hurricane Katrina approaches, the city orders a voluntary evacuation that soon becomes mandatory, but for many it is already too late. Trapped by rising waters, stranded in shelters like the Superdome, powerless without federal help, thousands are forced to endure the unendurable. Yet it is also a story of resilience, of neighbors helping neighbors, of grief and recovery. Two decades later, survivors reflect on what they lost and how their culture and communities have been forever changed. With rare footage and emotional testimonies, this film becomes essential viewing.
How can an ancient Roman cup change colour? It's not an optical illusion. It really does change colour from red to green.