BBC Select1 day agoThe captivating mating ritual of desert Scorpions at nightIn the deserts of the American Southwest, David Attenborough observes the nocturnal mating ritual of scorpions.1 day ago3 days agoThe secret paparazzi images that shocked the Royal FamilyPhotographing the Queen was once restricted until a photographer in the late 1950s caused a paparazzi boom.3 days ago4 Aug 2026Ancient coins expose a Roman family's power struggleCoins depicting Agrippina the Younger and her son Nero reveal a dramatic shift in power in Ancient Rome.4 Aug 202630 Jul 2026The egg that became one of Attenborough's greatest treasuresDavid Attenborough recounts his 1960 expedition to Madagascar, where he pieced together fragments of a giant egg.30 Jul 202628 Jul 2026How Mary, Queen of Scots plotted to seize the throneWhile imprisoned by Elizabeth I, Mary, Queen of Scots, wrote ciphered letters to plot against the British queen.28 Jul 202621 Jul 2026The final battle of India's warrior queen, LakshmibaiThe Rani of Jhansi became a cultural heroine after her legendary last stand against British forces.21 Jul 202616 Jul 2026How the samurai armour became Japan's weaknessWhy the striking armour that once protected Japan from its enemies could not withstand changing times.16 Jul 202614 Jul 2026Marie Antoinette's costly diamond necklace scandalFalse accusations by a con artist damaged the queen's already fragile reputation.14 Jul 20267 Jul 2026The queen who became 'king' of HungaryCrowned King of Hungary, Maria Theresa used her charisma to rally military support and secure power.7 Jul 2026...
