Katty Kay in Washington and Christian Fraser in London return to report on the events that are shaping the world.
Armed with his 1913 railway guide, Michael Portillo travels the Habsburg imperial line from Vienna across the awe-inspiring Semmering Pass. Show more
Documentary series exploring the ancient cities of Athens and Rome. Professor Wallace-Hadrill meets people who see ancient Athens as a model for today's great cities. Show more
How Britain's docks in cities like Liverpool, London and Cardiff were not only commercial portals to the world, but also gateways for the arrival of sounds, styles and cultures. Show more
A Storyville documentary. An eccentric Jewish family is thrown into turmoil when two stolen children reappear after 40 years. Show more
Dr Ben Robinson retraces the dramatic last days of King John, famous for accepting Magna Carta, and uncovers the legend of his lost treasure. Show more
Documentary which tells the story of the volunteer coaches and the unlikeliest of athletes who they tirelessly support in their dream to swim from England to France. Show more
Documentary about a charming couple in their twilight years, who have lived in their beloved Scottish castle since rebuilding it from ruins 40 years ago. Show more
Documentary series exploring the ancient cities of Athens and Rome. Professor Wallace-Hadrill meets people who see ancient Athens as a model for today's great cities. Show more
