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From flamenco dancing to world famous bullfighting, join the National Geographic Channel is some of the vibrant, timeless traditions of Spain. Since the death of Francisco Franco in 1975, Spain has undergone a swift and dramatic transformation. Having endured a bloody Civil War, nearly four decades of dictatorship, isolation from the rest of Europe, and economic depression, Spain has now decisively entered the 20th century. Yet, as economic, social, and political changes sweep the nation, Spaniards continue to cherish the traditions that are uniquely theirs.

Join Titanic discoverer Dr. Robert Ballard and his team on their latest undersea adventure! Far beneath the ocean's surface lies a world of mystery and lost treasure. But the laws of the sea can't end the debate over who may stake claim to these centuries-old Roman ships, Spanish galleons, and luxury liners. Join Dr. Robert Ballard and his team of experts as they embark on a remarkable maritime expedition to the Mediterranean Sea where, a half mile underwater, they discover and study ancient shipwrecks. And witness two generations of treasure hunters who make their living finding and selling silver, gold, and other riches from the ocean floor. You'll meet these fearless individuals - from explorers and archaeologists who profit from their finds - as they risk everything to uncover the great TREASURES OF THE DEEP.

National Geographic Scientist Uncovers Treasure Trove of Human Fossils That Could Challenge Rules of Human Evolution Tiny Humans Living as Recently as 1,500 Years Ago Could Rewrite the Timeline for Human Evolution.

This chilling documentary traces the rise of one of the world's most dangerous terrorists, Abu Musab Al Zarqawi, who orchestrated a string of deadly attacks against the West before his 2006 death in a bombing raid in Iraq. The film focuses on his impact as a top al-Qaida leader, one of Osama Bin Laden's most trusted advisers, who managed to evade a worldwide manhunt for years while plotting kidnappings, bombings and other attacks.

What does an American ambassador really do, and how does he or she deal with the dangers of serving in a potentially hostile nation? In this unique program, National Geographic ventures past the heavily guarded gates of four American embassies to find out. Among those profiled is single mother Wendy Chamberlain, who was the new ambassador to Islamic Pakistan when al Queda terrorists attacked America on September 11. She relates how, with family and staff members sent back to the U.S. for security reasons, she held talks with Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf to determine whether the one-time Taliban ally would support President Bush's war on terrorism. It was a turning point in the crisis, and one of several dramatic moments in this fascinating, highly personal look at American foreign policy.

He was born in a manger, died on a cross, created a new religion and became the most famous man of his age, but his life remains shrouded in mystery. History and archaeology shed light on the early experiences and forces that shaped Jesus’ young life.

From live sharks to million dollar documents, each year, courier services ship packages by the billions transporting just about anything to anywhere on the planet. Everyday, they work round the clock to get it all there by land, sea or air, intact exactly when you need it. And for over 100 years, one courier has taken worldwide shipping to high tech heights, UPS, the largest package delivery company on earth.

No distance is too far for the best bounty hunters in the nation as Leonard Padilla and Rob Dick travel to Guam to capture a fugitive who has been on the run for nearly a year.

This is the story of the fabled 'little town'; Christians caught in the cross hairs of a growing Islamic Fundamentalism and the entrenched Israeli.

Take a spectacular journey. It starts right here... Explore a strange and mysterious world. Explore the LAND OF THE TIGER. A rare and fascinating study of the enormous jungle cats, LAND OF THE TIGER features spectacular footage of tigers stalking their prey, caring for their young, swimming, playing... and fighting- as well as glimpses of the other animals with which the tiger shares its domain. Come as close as you dare to these wild cats in all their royal splendor as you and National Geographic journey deep into the LAND OF THE TIGER.

Follow Africa's five mega-predators as they struggle for survival in a cruel season of deprivation on South Africa's Mala Mala Reserve. To survive they must compete for the same resources using every physical and psychological weapon in their respective arsenals. Who will emerge as top predator? What will it take to survive? From the perspective of the very creatures now pitted against one another Predators at War reveals the ultimate inside look at animal survival through groundbreaking images innovative story-telling and the visual language of war.

Astounding never-before-seen footage combines with candid interviews with soldiers and reporters to deliver an in-depth account of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Examine the Pentagon's plans for the "shock and awe" campaign, experience the confrontation in Basra, and witness the historic toppling of a statue of Sadam Hussein. 60 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; featurettes; interviews.

2009. Ciudad Juárez, murder capital. Phoenix, Arizona, kidnapping surge. NG explores how guns, drugs, people, and money factored into the violence.

National Geographic The Real Roswell