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Ziya travels to South Korea to uncover the truth behind the myth of the Jeju Mermaids, known as haenyo… and what she discovers may surprise you.

Engineers in Japan have developed a fully wearable mechanical walking machine that can be “driven” by almost anyone, with a little training.

Engineering student and mad tinkerer Chris McIntosh has turned an old recliner into a comfortable road warrior.

Bull Leapers use the laws of physics to their advantage as they entertain the Spanish crowds by leaping over bulls in the ring.

Visit the Plastinarium to learn how artist Gunther von Hagens and his helpers create the pieces for his world-famous Body Worlds exhibit, which is changing the way we see the human body.

Aaron “Kid” Colton hasn’t let a serious accident and a lack of cash derail his dream to regain his freestyle streetbike stunt championship.

Invertebrate neurobiologist Claire Rind has discovered how big, heavy tarantulas can climb smooth vertical surfaces.

Ewald Schuster has spent 30 years building a working model of the famous Harrier Jet and today is the day to attempt his first vertical landing.

Engineers from McGill University visit the Mars Yard at the Canadian Space Agency to test prototype tires for the Juno lunar rover.

The events of 9/11 inspired firefighter Ryan Alles to develop a system for workers in skyscrapers to safely escape the tall buildings in times of emergency.