As the last of the Century series fighters, the XF-109 was far from conventional. Designed for Mach 2 flight, it was to be the world's first vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) fighter. Unfortunately for Bell, it would take them out of the fighter business forever.
Just as the Vietnam War is ending, another begins next door. A Khmer Rouge attack on U.S. interests in Cambodia leave American soldiers trapped in harm's way.
Take a look back at many of the most fascinating science stories of 2018. Discover how a young woman who fell into a cave 3.7 million years ago is rewriting our understanding of early human history. Learn how space missions are unraveling the mysteries of our universe. See the year in a new light!
How safe are we from the next pandemic? Journey to the island of Riems, off the coast of Germany on the Baltic Sea, to the “Alcatraz for viruses,” where a collective of highly specialized experts from around the world work tirelessly to combat the growing virus threat.
Follow two otter pups as they strike out on their own and begin fending for themselves after being cared for by their mother for a year.
2019 was a year filled with astonishing discoveries on Earth and beyond. We inched closer to immortality, recovered and restored our heritage, and science fiction became science fact when we saw the unseeable for the very first time.
From maniacs to sweet-faced assassins, Australia is home to little-known marsupials—small predators with a taste for blood, bone and meat. This is an entertaining introduction to three of the strangest: the numbat, the northern quoll and the dibbler...and those who are trying to keep them safe.
How much do you know about animal superpowers? Follow the everyday lives of prairie dogs, howler monkeys, and rattlesnakes, as they harness the power of sound to protect themselves.
An in-depth look at the cars from John Staluppi's impressive "Cars of Dreams" collection before they went up for auction in Leake Auction’s inaugural Scottsdale sale.
Over the past few decades, significant discoveries have been made on the very site where the pyramids were built. Authentic archaeological experiments have been filmed in real-time, revealing ancient techniques and methods, unlocking certain secrets of these ancient great builders.
THE SCIENCE OF SUCCESS reveals the hidden patterns that determine success. Understanding these powers has led scientists to be able to predict success.
Nature adapts to Earth's changes over millions of years, but how will the animal kingdom fare in our uncertain, rapidly changing world?
Take a trip down memory lane with acclaimed director Doug Liman, of Swingers and Bourne Identity fame, as we see his very first short films and hear first-hand the lessons learned before Hollywood came calling.
Steak and potatoes - if there's a better combination out there, we've yet to taste it. Award-winning chef Alex McCoy tests a variety of methods to ensure that you cook the ultimate steak right from your home.
Meet Alex McCoy, an award-winning chef on a mission to perfect an American classic: the hamburger. He'll walk you through his tips and tricks to craft the perfect burger, all in the comfort of your kitchen.
While the B-29 prepares to make its WWII debut, it is a tiny English bomber that catches the attention of Douglas Aircraft: a wooden wonder that slips through the air so quickly that it needs no defensive armament. Perhaps the Douglas team can put together a speedy bomber of their own.
This is the story of Hamburg, Germany, one of the biggest harbors in the world. It is the story of merchants and pirates, of immigrants and soldiers. We start almost 800 years ago and cover the history and economic changes of the world reflected in Hamburg's development into the port of today.
After the invasion of the German army in 1940, the Jews living in France, with the help of many, began their fight for survival. The film shows the circumstances surrounding the rescue of tens of thousands of Jews and the civilian resistance that produced the many Silent Saviours.
Pan Am was the most famous airline in the world—and it stood for the American way of life. It soared to incredible heights, then crashed hard. Three decades after its demise, the Pan Am "myth" lives on. This is a story of technical feats, daring pioneering deeds and great challenges.
Sea Lions are the kings of the coastline, but evolution hasn't prepared them for rising ocean temperatures, depleted hunting grounds… or us. Meet the team responsible for rescuing marine mammals in distress, caring for them, and releasing them back to the wild.
In the 60’s, when the U.S. Air Force wanted a large, heavy lift transport aircraft, Boeing and Lockheed battled for the lucrative contract. Lockheed won, but Boeing moved foward with their commercial 747 "Jumbo Jet."
Who were the Celts? Mystical druids from the British Isles, or gruesome, barbaric warriors? Evidence in the European Alps shows that they were an advanced, 3,000-year-old civilization. Now, another Celtic puzzle inside an ancient tomb: the mysterious remains of an aristocratic woman and two men.
This is the story of 18 brave men who risk danger—even death—to save what’s left of their homeland. Amidst the ruins of Libya, former soldiers and novice volunteers hunt for and disarm the improvised explosive devices (IEDs) left behind by IS terrorists.
They've captured our imagination and are a source of childlike wonder, but what exactly are rainbows? Learn the science behind these weather phenomenon and how one day they might help pinpoint habitable planets in deep space.
