How does the cellphone in your pocket link to the Big Bang, the evolution of human memory, and even the Titanic disaster? Big History reveals how cosmic forces conspired to give us the tool that has revolutionized the planet. From the dial pad to the way we write phone numbers, there's a hidden science behind the cellphone.
Scott Wolter gets a call from a man who has a mysterious stone on his property. He's convinced that it's the "Stone of Destiny"--the stone that Jacob from the Bible rested his head on when he dreamed of a stairway to Heaven. As Scott investigates, he discovers the stone was once kept with something even more valuable. It was once kept with the Ark of the Covenant and both are rumored to have been brought to America. Scott's quest for the truth leads him to a sacred site in Ireland called the Hill of Tara and to a mysterious site in Arizona where a petroglyph depicting what could be the Ark could suggest its final resting place is right here in the United States. And, as for who brought it here, a tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments found with a series of other artifacts could suggest a likely group of candidates--the Lost Tribes of Israel.
The teens work at pizza shop and try to impress their boss, but Max gets in over his head and must join forces with Phoebe in order to fulfill a large order.
When ice threatens to shut down the rails, pregnant off-gridder Amanda Simpson is left stranded while her friend seeks out supplies. Brakemen Danny and Animal must transport $5 million worth of freight to Anchorage, navigating a wild moose on the rails.
The Turtles find themselves being hunted by a new threat -- another mutant turtle called Slash, who has a personal vendetta against the brothers.
Ben, Rook and Grandpa Max must stop Ultimate Albedo from absorbing all of Azmuth's profound knowledge and taking over the galaxy. Gwen and Kevin show up just in time to help with their struggle.
They form natural boundaries, dictate how we spread around the planet, create natural defenses, and control our weather. From the World War that began with a gunshot in the Balkans to the feuds of the Appalachians, mountains have also been flashpoints for violence. They provide minerals and metals that make civilization possible, and the water that feeds billions, yet we were never designed to live in their extreme environments. Without mountains earth would be desolate and uninhabitable, and scientists now believe that an invisible mountain range made life possible ...
Lockup explore prison facilities throughout the United States, profiling notable inmates, incidents, and prison operations.
Young Axey and Flutey grow up to run a taxi company, just falling short of their childhood dreams of becoming crime fighters.
Axe Cop is forced to let a girl join the team even though he has put all girls on the dumb list.
A stray kitten makes its way to the base and obtains Susan's ginormica powers.
As floodwaters surge valuable driftwood is left flowing in the wake. James takes to the river to stock up. Joey also races up river but ends up stranded. Pat hires a helper from New Zealand.
Lockup explore prison facilities throughout the United States, profiling notable inmates, incidents, and prison operations.
Jazz hands at the ready; it's musicals week on Strictly Come Dancing! Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to join them for a night to remember on the ballroom floor. The competition is heating up as the remaining seven couples battle it out to stay in Strictly.
Jonathan Ross presents his star-studded chat show in which he welcomes big names from the worlds of film, television and music. Tonight's guests include X Factor success story Olly Murs, well-loved actress Joanna Lumley, game show icon Chris Tarrant and unpredictable comedian Keith Lemon.
When Medusa is kidnapped, Hercules is tasked with making a perilous journey to Hades.
The pressure is on Fletch who's trying to balance responsibility with helping a vulnerable boy and Jamie unwittingly gives Lily a lesson in patient care.