Why...?
Why...? is an informative show on BBC1. From shark attacks to transport disasters and collapsing buildings - why do these events happen? Delve into the mysteries and science behind the stories that hit the headlines. The program has been available since 2025. A total of 3 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in June 2026.
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During intense storms on 19 August 2024, the 54m superyacht Bayesian mysteriously sinks off the coast of Sicily. Seven people tragically perish. What went wrong?
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