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The incredible story of a lobsterman at sea
Mathematician Hannah Fry tells the story of a man lost at sea.
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Sliced Bread looks at whether the expensive brands clean any better.
The All in the Mind Awards 2025
Find full details and how to submit nominations for the 2025 Awards.
How one man found love after 88 first dates
Mathematician Hannah Fry looks at love.
Nine of the most memorable mermaids on screen
Screenshot takes a deep dive into cinema's great aquatic characters.
Six Moral Dilemmas Facing Space Exploration
Matthew Syed examines the moral debates surrounding space exploration.
11. Love Bytes
A mathematician struggles to find love. What could be messing with his odds?
Dishwasher Tablets
Do more expensive dishwasher tablets clean better? And how do eco versions stack up?
Confidence through coffee
How one cafe helps young adults with learning disabilities get on the job experience.
Worse than Murder
Worse Than Murder: 1. Muriel Is Missing
When Muriel McKay vanishes in 1969, the police are baffled. Then the phone rings.
1. Wake Up Call
As the world hears news of a fire in west London, questions start about who’s to blame.
Central Intelligence
Central Intelligence: Episode 1
Inside story of the CIA, starring Kim Cattrall and Ed Harris.