David Attenborough investigates birds of paradise in New Guinea, an unmapped, mountain region of New Guinea, ancient Polynesian beliefs on Easter Island, Bowerbirds in the Australian rainforests, musical communication in the natural world, and the unique preservation qualities of amber; Michael Palin hosts a tribute to Attenborough's career in "Life on air."

Glass is a complex and alluring material: solid yet liquid, strong yet fragile, it reflects, refracts and absorbs light. These unique properties are being pushed to the limit by innovative artists in Britain today. Combining traditional techniques with cutting-edge technology, their creations include sculpture, architecture and installations. Glass now offers an introduction to contemporary glass arts and profiles eight of Britain's leading glass...