Post by Ghulam Mustufa on Jul 12, 2004 12:51:43 GMT
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In the Footsteps of Muhammad
Edward Stourton traces the history of the Prophet and his continuing impact on our lives today.
Time: 20:00 to 20:30 (30 minutes long).
When: Monday 12th July on BBC Radio Four
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Suicide Killers
A look at the motivations that drive people to die willingly for their cause, as well as the human cost of suicide killings. Includes interviews with a woman who lost loved ones on one of the doomed 11 September planes, the British backpacker who unwittingly shared an Afghan guesthouse with two suicide bombers, the father of so-called 'shoe-bomber' Richard Reid, and the parents of Palestinian Hamas bombers.
Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Monday 12th July on UKTV History
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Children of Abraham
Mark Dowd, a Catholic who trained to be a Franciscan Friar, embarks on a very personal journey to the Holy Land, Egypt, Turkey, Bosnia and the USA to explore the shared roots and deep enmities of Christianity, Islam and Judaism to try and discover if there is any hope of a shared future.
Time: 04:55 to 05:55 (1 hour long).
When: Tuesday 13th July on Channel 4
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The First World War: Jihad
Ten-part series based on the book by Hew Strachan, Professor of the History of War at Oxford which tells the story as never before. Part four looks at the ally nobody wanted - the Ottomans. But the Germans soon realised an allegiance would be a chance to make a strike at the British Empire - India in particular. And for the Ottomans - a chance to win back some of their lost territories.
Time: 17:00 to 18:00 (1 hour long).
When: Tuesday 13th July on Discovery
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A Life of Grime
Documentary series following the exploits of environmental health officers in Haringey. Meat to be used in a Muslim festival gives cause for concern, and a tower block due for demolition must be cleared of pets.
Time: 18:30 to 19:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Tuesday 13th July on UKTV People
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Terrorvision
Documentary examining the phenomenon of organised terrorism and its perpetrators' hunger for media attention. Featuring interviews with those whose lives have been irrevocably affected by terrorism, and talking to convicted terrorists about the motivation for their actions.
Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Tuesday 13th July on UKTV History
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World Weddings: Love Converts
Series on unusual weddings tells the powerful story of a Hindu woman and a Muslim man in Calcutta, kept apart by intolerant families and shunned by prejudiced friends but who eventually make their marriage vows together. A portrait of the communal suspicion and tension that still underpins modern India is the result.
Time: 03:30 to 04:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Wednesday 14th July on BBC 1
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Alastair Campbell Interviews Bill Clinton
Alastair Campbell's next guest in his series of interview programmes for Five will be former US President Bill Clinton. During his nine years with Tony Blair, Alastair Campbell saw Clinton close-up on numerous occasions involving some of the biggest issues of the Blair premiership, including Northern Ireland, Kosovo and Iraq. He was also closely involved in the development of the political links between the Democrats and New Labour.
Time: 19:30 to 20:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Wednesday 14th July on five
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The Road to Riches: Risky Business
Economist Peter Jay presents a documentary series charting mankind's progress from primitive hunter-gatherer to modern wealth-creator. In this edition, he learns about the lives of Jewish merchants who traded under Islam, and travels through medieval Italy, where governments first spotted the potential benefits of backing business.
Time: 03:00 to 04:00 (1 hour long).
When: Thursday 15th July on BBC Prime
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Saudi: The Family in Crisis - This World
Documentary about the crisis facing Saudi Arabia's rich and secretive Royal Family, under pressure after the recent rise in terrorist attacks in the country, which are claiming Saudi as well as western victims. The family walks a tightrope between bringing reforms to the people while sticking to the strict puritanical religious code of this Muslim state, home to many of Islam's holiest sites.
Time: 21:00 to 21:50 (50 minutes long).
When: Thursday 15th July on BBC 2
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House of Saud
Documentary recounting the history of the desert Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from its warrior origins to its affluent present. The programme explains the Islamic origins of the Saudi state and the huge importance of the shrine of Mecca, and also tells the story of the discovery of oil in the 1930s. Contributors include members of the Saudi royal family and other key witnesses including Henry Kissinger.
Time: 23:20 to 01:20 (2 hours long).
When: Thursday 15th July on BBC 2
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One Day in September (Part 1 of 2)
Kevin MacDonald's Oscar-winning film recounts in gripping detail the horrifying story of the massacre of eleven Israeli athletes during the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Friday 16th July on UKTV History
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One Day in September (Part 2 of 2)
Kevin MacDonald's Oscar-winning film recounts in gripping detail the horrifying story of the massacre of eleven Israeli athletes during the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Time: 21:00 to 22:00 (1 hour long).
When: Saturday 17th July on UKTV History
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Show Racism the Red Card
A programme promoting an anti-racist message featuring footballers Thierry Henry, Rio Ferdinand, Sol Campbell, David Ginola, Ian Wright and Alan Shearer.
Time: 22:55 to 23:15 (20 minutes long).
When: Saturday 17th July on Community Channel
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Nefoedd Ar y Ddaear: Islam.
John Ogwen explores the art and architecture of Islam. His journey begins at the Djenne Mosque in Mali, West Africa, continuing on to the Jama Masjid Mosque in Delhi, India, the Muslim Mosque of Haghia Sophia in Istanbul, the Great Mosque of Cordoba and, finally, the New York Mosque.
Time: 20:30 to 21:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Sunday 18th July on S4C
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Betrayal: Mordechai Vanunu - Israel's Nuclear Spy.
The story of Israeli nuclear whistleblower Mordechai Vanunu, who leaked details of his country's weapons programme and was sentenced to 18 years imprisonment in 1986.
Time: 23:00 to 00:00 (1 hour long).
When: Sunday 18th July on History Channel
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Flying Scared
A look at how terrorist atrocities have hit both the airline and tourist industries, the links between them and the possible remedies.
Time: 03:00 to 03:30 (30 minutes long).
When: Monday 19th July on BBC Prime
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Airport: Haj
Behind the scenes at Heathrow airport. Hundreds of pilgrims heading for Mecca nearly bring the airport to a standstill, reporter Steve is in hot pursuit of a masked celebrity, and Maria from Cyprus Airways has to make some tough decisions on account of foot-and-mouth regulations.
Time: 20:30 to 21:00 (30 minutes long).
When: Monday 19th July on UKTV People
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Children of Abraham
Mark Dowd, a Catholic who trained to be a Franciscan Friar, continues his very personal journey to the Holy Land, Egypt, Turkey, Bosnia and the USA to explore the shared roots and deep enmities of Christianity, Islam and Judaism. In Jerusalem, he questions whether the sacred sites such as the Temple Mount and the Wailing Wall have now become prized symbols of political power, rather than religious totems to the virtues of faith.
Time: 05:00 to 06:00 (1 hour long).
When: Tuesday 20th July on Channel 4
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Spy Secrets: Tricks of the Trade
Series in which MI5 and MI6 secret agents discuss their work and their methods. This first espisode looks at how agents operate, from the techniques of disguise and surveillance to the top secret work of undercover agents. Featuring the laundry van that caught terrorist bombers, and the spy in the Mosque whose warnings about Al Qaeda went unheeded.
Time: 20:00 to 21:00 (1 hour long).
When: Tuesday 20th July on History Channel
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The World Uncovered: Meet the Stans - Tajikistan.
Simon Reeve visits republics of the former Soviet Union. Tajikistan is the poorest country in the region, yet recent drug hauls have netted a staggering $150 million of heroin. Simon takes part in a drugs raid and gets to know the poorly paid conscripts who patrol the dangerous border with Afghanistan.
Time: 20:10 to 21:00 (50 minutes long).
When: Saturday 24th July on BBC World
