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In the Italian countryside, Rick connects with rustic, traditional culture: enjoying an agriturismo (farmhouse inn), seeing how prosciutto and pecorino cheese are made, and hiking down into deep and ancient wine cellars. He ends in Assisi - the hometown of St. Francis - which retains its spiritual aura to this day. Like pilgrims, he explores its stony center before trekking to its awe-inspiring basilica, built on the tomb of the beloved saint.
Gulnaz Khan travels across Africa's Sahel, where desertification threatens entire communities. Muslims and Christians join forces with scientists, refining traditional practices that promise to hold back the Sahara and its shifting sands.
Celebrate with the home cooks as they prepare recipes in honor of special occasions and holiday traditions. From Bar Mitzvahs to powwows, the contestants take a culinary trip down memory lane and bring a festive spirit to their dishes.
Hopper's work is the most recognizable art in America - popular, praised, and mysterious. Countless painters, photographers, filmmakers and musicians have been influenced by his art - but who was he, and how did a struggling illustrator create such a bounty of notable work? This new film takes a deep look into Hopper's art, his life, and his relationships. From his early career as an illustrator; his wife giving up her own promising art career to be his manager; his critical and commercial acclaim; and in his own words - this film explores the enigmatic personality behind the brush. Combined with expert interviews, diaries and a startling visual reflection of American life, Hopper: An American love story brings to life America's arguably most influential artist.
Henry Louis Gates traces the roots of actors Brian Cox and Viola Davis, uncovering records from workhouses in Scotland and slave plantations in South Carolina that reveal individuals who battled to build a better life for their families.
NEWSLINE is produced by NHK, Japan's news leading public broadcaster, featuring global news and current affairs, business, sports, science and technology trends plus global weather forecasts from over 30 news bureaus throughout the world.
Country music sets the tone and pace for this fun full body workout.
After discovering a pangolin and its amazingly unique keratin scales, the Wild Kratts receive an alert from two Wild Kratt kids in China. The pangolins in their forest are in trouble! The gang responds, uncovering Chef Gourmand Gaston's latest plan to make Smoothies using pangolin scales. The Wild Kratts must tap into the real power of the pangolin's scales - as an incredible defense - to rescue this little-known creature. Science Concept: Specialization for Defence.
The Hunters wake up to a frozen winter wonderland outside, hoping to go ice-skating. When the roads are too slippery to leave, the family instead attempts a fun icy scavenger hunt right at their doorstep.
The Loops crew prep a Stu Day party, but Stu can't help but help people. / Liana finds crumbs on Louisa's pillow and says she took the last cookie, but Louisa denies it. The twins get evidence and argue their case in front of Judge Lyla.
When Lotta is frustrated learning a new dance, she comes to see it is okay that she experiences music in her own colorful way. / Sheldon worries about telling Carl that he doesn't want to play their favorite pirate game anymore.
Daniel's Winter Adventure - Daniel, Dad, Prince Wednesday and Prince Tuesday are all going sledding! But once they get to the hill and see how tall it is, Daniel and Prince Wednesday get scared. Dad assures them that if they try it a little bit at a time, they might surprise themselves and have a great time. Later, Daniel goes ice skating for the first time. When he tries it a little bit at a time, he realizes it is not so hard.Neighborhood Nutcracker - Daniel is going to see a show called The Nutcracker Ballet! Once he arrives at the performance, he finds out that Prince Wednesday is sick and needs Daniel to fill in for him and dance on stage. Daniel is reluctant at first but realizes that if he learns the steps a little bit at a time, he can dance the Nutcracker and the show will go on! Strategy: If something seems hard to do, try it a little bit at a time.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
Phoebe, Jay, and Lupe get to practice their fire safety plan when the Fire Inspector visits Tobsy Towers. Phoebe and Jay are sent to buy juice from Mr. Aguilar, but when it goes awry, they must find a solution.
Abby teaches her beastie how to fly but she feels sad when it needs to leave for Fairyland. To help, Nina and Elmo make her a memory box of things to remember the fun times. Meanwhile, Super Grover teaches Cookie Monster how to fly too.
Bex and Sammy are excited for their sleepover at Yolanda's house. Will it go smoothly or will their morning routines clash Zadie makes everyone mad when she invents a new dancing game, but won't let anyone else be in charge.
The pals help Donkey plan a party for Stanley, but their ideas are different from hers./Can Panda like opera if he doesn't know anyone else who does?
After meeting the Mayor, Rosie decides to be Mayor Rosie! She faces her first test as mayor when a fallen tree branch gets in the way. When Rosie sees everyone ooh-ing and ahh-ing a new statue, she decides she wants to be a statue too.
Ms. Mole's Glasses - When Ms. Mole forgets her glasses at school, Elinor and her friends follow her to return them. Ms. Mole can't see anything without her glasses! The kids travel throughout Animal Town, just missing Ms. Mole at every turn. During their travels, the kids realize Ms. Mole has been shopping and getting around using different senses. By the time they finally reach Ms. Mole and return her glasses, she's got all her shopping done without them. Cool!Elinor Stops the Squish - Elinor and her friends want to bring Ms. Mole a cupcake for her birthday, but they're worried it will get squished on the way to school. The kids find inspiration in nature when they observe how different animals/creatures stay safe using their shells as a defense mechanism. Elinor, Ari and Olive use this idea as inspiration to make a shell around the cupcake using a hard coconut. Because of the kids' hard work and ingenuity, the cupcake makes it all the way to school without being squished, just in time for Ms. Mole to enjoy her present. Yum!
When the Huda Store mistakenly gets a delivery of too many rubber bands, Alma and Rafia try to give them away. / Alma and Rafia think they've invited too many people to Safina's bake sale.
Winter Champions In an attempt to entertain themselves through the long winter months, Molly and the gang organize an outhouse race to determine who will become "Winter Champions." Now they just have to figure out how to build an outhouse and keep it from tipping over. Hus-Keys After hearing that her Great-Aunt Merna keeps misplacing her keys, Molly decides to create a tutorial video to help Merna train her dog to find them for her. Molly and Tooey cast Suki in the leading roll, but when Molly's furry friend's performance is comically bad, she turns to clever editing to make her training video effective.
Will Buster's friends treat him the same after they learn he has asthma? Maybe the answer will be found on a guided tour through...Buster's lungs! In the second story, prankster poltergeists have arrived in Elwood City--and just in time for the "Scare Your Pants Off" costume party! It's boys versus girls in what becomes a great big battle of the pranks, until the kids learn a lesson about practical jokes...from a spooky source.
Sample of New York - The Mobile Unit reports to the New York City Odd Squad to help with a big problem. Curriculum: Sample Size. It's Not Easy Being Chill - An agent-in-training visits the Mobile Unit. Curriculum: Fractions.
In the Alps, December transforms the mountains and valleys into a winter wonderland. Spruce and fir forests glisten with sparkling frost as goldcrests dart across in search of their feast. Marmots retreat to cozy underground homes, chamois race across the highest peaks, while deer and wolves trot through deep snow. Catch a glimpse into the Alps' most enchanting time of year.
In REAL RAIL ADVENTURES: SWISS GRAND TOUR, television host, lifelong traveler and train buff Jeff Wilson journeys through several cities and towns in Switzerland by train, including Zurich, St. Gallen, Gstaad and Montreux, to take in the sights and learn about the local history and traditions of each destination. He also shares up-to-date travel advice to help viewers create authentic, memorable rail adventures of their own. The one-hour travel documentary showcases the construction marvels and visual splendors of the Swiss rail system, where majesty and machine meet. From world-class mainlines and stunning scenic routes to pioneering steam locomotives and historic cog trains, REAL RAIL ADVENTURES celebrates the triumphs of Swiss engineering and ingenuity. Engineers overcame the country's numerous natural obstacles - soaring peaks, plunging valleys and craggy terrain - by building impressive (and improbable) trestles, bridges and tunnels.
Get ready for some rockin', rollin' and ROADSHOW with this collection of best musical moments.
DW News - a daily newscast from the heart of Europe. As one of the world's largest international broadcasters, Deutsche Welle provides public television viewers the unique opportunity to see our world from another perspective.
Presented by Sumi Somaskanda and Caitriona Perry, BBC World News America gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, DC.
PBS NewsHour provides in-depth analysis of current events with a news summary, live studio interviews and discussions of domestic and international issues. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett co-anchor.
Classic Christmas is a beloved Central Florida tradition. From the beautiful Knowles Memorial Chapel on the campus of Rollins College, the Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra, along with guest soloists Mary Wilson and Stephen Mumbert as well as the Bach Festival Children's Choir, performs custom arrangements of treasured holiday classics created specifically for this joyous celebration. A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS WITH THE BACH FESTIVAL SOCIETY: JOYFUL SOUNDS is a hour-long documentary that captures this a exciting performance.
In the fast-moving world of an all-women's motorcar garage, Phryne's mechanic Ailsa is preparing for an annual rally put on by the Victorian Automobile Association. Everything changes when Gerty, the driver for the ladies' team, is found dead in her roadster. The crash deals a solid blow to the case for women drivers and has Phryne up in arms struggling to convince Jack that her friend's death was no accident. Jack has his own inner battle to contend with - coming to terms with the absolute desolation he experienced when he mistakenly thought the motorcar accident involved Phryne Fisher - and decides that he needs to step away
When several villagers become ill at the local cricket match, Geordie and Sidney must determine if it was an accident or something more sinister. Sidney and Amanda learn that their secret isn't so secret after all.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.