BBC Earth

Water plants create some of the most beautiful, bizarre and important habitats on earth. To hold on in torrents, plants use a kind of superglue. Some are armed with vicious weapons to fight titanic battles for space. Others form perfect spheres and escape from animal enemies by rolling. Where nutrients are washed away, plants turn into hunters of animals, laying traps and even counting to ensure their success.

Four of Britain's best sleepers begin a major sleep deprivation experiment, in which they complete tests and have their brains analysed. Extreme snorer Yvonne, and Craig, who suffers from night terrors, are both treated at a sleep clinic.

In some natural wonders people push themselves to the limit to survive. For the people who call these extraordinary places home, survival requires skill, ingenuity and bravery. These places include Brazil, Ethiopia, Laos and Switzerland.

In 2004 and 2011, two incredible tsunamis hit South and East Asia. Using survivor testimony and fascinating expert insights, this is an investigation into these two unimaginable modern tragedies.

Nine months after visiting Europe's most active volcano, Etna in Italy, it erupted. Neighbouring volcanoes Stromboli and Vulcano are now also showing signs of imminent eruption.

Volcano expert Chris Horsley returns to the Spanish Canary Island La Palma. The Cumbre Vieja eruption's destructive lava flow has ruined thousands of homes and lives.

In Wiseman, Erik must protect his meat from rogue scavengers, while in Noorvik, the Hailstones battle thick ice to bring home essential food.

The investigators attempt to discover the killer of an infamous Pharaoh and under the secret behind the death of a dynasty.

A labyrinth of tunnels underneath a tiny French village which contains mysteries from several historical eras, and a Welsh slate mine that has been given a new lease of life.

With unique access to a pristine, unspoiled corner of the Serengeti, the drama of the daily lives of Savannah animals and the emotional moments they face can be witnessed.

In Wiseman, Erik must protect his meat from rogue scavengers, while in Noorvik, the Hailstones battle thick ice to bring home essential food.

The investigators attempt to discover the killer of an infamous Pharaoh and under the secret behind the death of a dynasty.

A labyrinth of tunnels underneath a tiny French village which contains mysteries from several historical eras, and a Welsh slate mine that has been given a new lease of life.

With unique access to a pristine, unspoiled corner of the Serengeti, the drama of the daily lives of Savannah animals and the emotional moments they face can be witnessed.

Newcomer Cody Allen hopes to learn the intricacies of dog mushing, while for Erik Salitan fur trapping is an important source of income.

The discovery of a mass grave near Luxor with the bones of nearly 60 people sends archaeologists on a quest into ancient Egypt to who the remains belong to, why they were buried the way they were and what could have led to this mass burial.

An underground city beneath a forest in Northern France built to house 3,000 people, an ice cave under Iceland's biggest glacier, and a subterranean power station in London.

Becky struggles to secure a steady supply of winter water, Kim and Pierre turn their attention to harvesting big game, Jon looks to the land for some much-needed supplies, and Bentley cruises the waters of Schade Lake.

The Great British Intelligence Test measures the brainpower of the nation in one of the largest intelligence experiments of its kind.

Incredible facts and myths about the animal kingdom are put to the test. Is spider silk stronger than steel?

Robson travels around the Welsh Pembrokeshire coast, where he goes in search of Seabass. In Saundersfoot harbour, Robson meets sustainable fisherman Berwyn, who is lucky enough to own one of the rare sea bass fishing licences.

We eat them for breakfast, pack them in our lunch boxes and enjoy them for dessert. Here in the UK we spend £1.4 billion a year on yoghurt. Gregg Wallace visits a factory in rural Somerset that produces one million pots of it every twenty-four hours.

Michael Mosley runs an experiment to test whether beetroot and leafy greens can give the body and brain a boost. GP Dr Zoe Williams investigates the new generation flu vaccine, and gives advice on which health apps can be trusted. Surgeon Gabriel Weston discovers a new treatment that promises to improve the mobility of stroke survivors. And psychiatrist Dr Alain Gregoire reveals how to spot generalised anxiety disorder, and what you can do about it.

A tornado traps teachers in America, wildfires rip across England, a landslide hits hikers in Argentina, and a man descends into a deadly volcano.

The Great British Intelligence Test measures the brainpower of the nation in one of the largest intelligence experiments of its kind.

Incredible facts and myths about the animal kingdom are put to the test. Is spider silk stronger than steel?

Robson travels around the Welsh Pembrokeshire coast, where he goes in search of Seabass. In Saundersfoot harbour, Robson meets sustainable fisherman Berwyn, who is lucky enough to own one of the rare sea bass fishing licences.

We eat them for breakfast, pack them in our lunch boxes and enjoy them for dessert. Here in the UK we spend £1.4 billion a year on yoghurt. Gregg Wallace visits a factory in rural Somerset that produces one million pots of it every twenty-four hours.

Michael Mosley runs an experiment to test whether beetroot and leafy greens can give the body and brain a boost. GP Dr Zoe Williams investigates the new generation flu vaccine, and gives advice on which health apps can be trusted. Surgeon Gabriel Weston discovers a new treatment that promises to improve the mobility of stroke survivors. And psychiatrist Dr Alain Gregoire reveals how to spot generalised anxiety disorder, and what you can do about it.