Embark on a captivating journey with Bettany Hughes as she discovers extraordinary treasures from the ancient world. Which ancient civilization has the most secrets waiting to be uncovered?
Watch all seasons of ‘Ancient Treasures with Bettany Hughes’ in the US and CA on BBC Select: https://bit.ly/3WbBwFY
From the depths of national identity to the echoes of social class and inequality, renowned historian David Olusoga delves into the captivating stories that shaped one of the world’s most influential, yet fragile, unions: the United Kingdom.
Stream ‘Union with David Olusoga’ with BBC Select: https://bit.ly/3xxRh22
👽 Are we truly alone in the universe? Scientists around the globe believe we are on the edge of making first contact with extraterrestrial life, but what could it mean for the human race?
Explore the possibility of alien life reaching our planet in ‘First Contact: An Alien Encounter’: https://bit.ly/3Vge6Ps
June 6th, 1944. Canada, Britain and the US storm the Normandy coast to try and wrestle back Europe from Germany and Nazi control. The soldiers called it The Longest Day, but it is now better known around the world as D-Day.
'D-Day: Last Words' tells the story of the historic World War II battle through the dramatic recollections of those veterans caught up in the action, sharing stories never heard before: https://bit.ly/3KvFhAH
A power struggle, a meteoric rise and fall. The story of King Henry VIII’s right-hand man has long gripped historians, but who was the real Thomas Cromwell?
Uncover the true history of Henry VIII’s chief minister with historian Tracy Borman: https://bit.ly/3KizezF
Uncover the chilling life on one of history’s most notorious figures. From the early years to the height of his power and eventual downfall, explore the life of Adolf Hitler through a unique lens of rare photographs and archival footage of the notorious dictator: https://bit.ly/3K5Fryy
Join Bettany Hughes on an adventure through a curated selection of India’s finest treasures. Explore a land of incredible architectural wonders and amazing sacred sites and discover the beautiful subcontinent.
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As the most photographed person ever, what was Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship with the camera? Using rarely seen film and photos, ‘Elizabeth: Life Through the Lens’ charts her changing image over her 70 year reign: https://bit.ly/4dnw2Qh
Get in-depth reporting and live coverage from all perspectives. The BBC brings you the world's stories.
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See the Hairy Bikers 2016 trip around the UK to discover the little-known history of Britain’s pubs, inns, and taverns.
Si and Dave enjoyed a pint whilst speaking to the landlords, locals and experts and heard the stories behind the establishments at the heart of their communities: https://bit.ly/3TYaCk1
Unlock the gates to one of the world’s most famous buildings. 🏰👑
A British royal residence steeped in intrigue, join Alexander Armstrong as he uncovers the joy and scandal that took place behind the closed doors of Buckingham Palace: https://bit.ly/3J3sbKy
Blackface used music and comedy as a delivery system for racist tropes and became the most popular form of entertainment in the Victorian era. David Harewood looks into the origins of minstrelsy, how it shaped ideas of blackness in popular culture, and why it continues to appear today: https://bit.ly/4czBMX1
Beyond the front line in Ukraine, how is Putin’s war changing ordinary lives across Europe? From Poland to Norway, BBC's Katya Adler journeys to meet Russia’s closest neighbors to the West: https://bit.ly/4agQIHs
From his journey from Somaliland to being forced into child labor, Olympian and British national treasure Mo Farah shares the stark and emotional story of his childhood.
Stream ‘The Real Mo Farah’ in the US & Canada: https://bit.ly/499hrF7
🧳 Pack your bags and get ready for check-in!
Discover what 'everyday miracles' make some of the most incredible hotels run in the newest season of 'Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby': https://bit.ly/3P2Qb3R
From his humble roots in London to an extraordinary fashion maverick whose fashion house dressed royals but little was known about the publicity shy designer, Alexander McQueen.
Discover more about his life in ‘Life in 10 Pictures: Alexander McQueen’: https://bit.ly/42M5ZO3
From murdering matrons and wicked stepmothers to conspiring to kill a president, join Lucy Worsley and a team of detectives as they investigate murderesses from history. You can now watch the hit podcast Lady Killers in the US and Canada with BBC Select: https://bit.ly/3T0AsVm
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip had a fairytale romance that spanned decades, but the truth might be far more complicated than it seems. From strategic matchmaking efforts to the strain caused by Philip’s German heritage, how did this royal marriage come to be?
https://bit.ly/49k9yxu
From the son of a poor tribe’s chief to a renowned conqueror, how did Genghis Khan become a ruthless but history-making leader?
👉 https://bit.ly/42CnnEU
What makes Scotland the perfect Scotch producer? 🥃 Scottish actor David Hayman discovers the history, culture, and legacy of the beloved drink from its origins to today’s multinational industry.
Watch Scotch: The Story of Whisky: https://bit.ly/3SHaCp6
