The U.S. Treasury and Secret Service have battled to stay a step ahead of professional counterfeiters. But now color copiers and desktop publishing have invited a new class of "casual counterfeiters" to try their hands at making a dishonest buck. The Treasury is fighting back with a major initiative to re-design the U.S. currency—the most radical change in the look of American money in 60 years. NOVA will follow the process of making a better buck—from selecting new portraits through printing and issuing the first bills.

Lea grows up in a home in which she is given no protection. From being a cheerful, curious little girl, Lea sees her life brutally change when her mother returns to her ex-husband Ole. The death dance between the two adults damages the child growing up between them. Lea turns to inebriation in order to cope with everyday life in her family. Then Lea gives birth to her daughter Sonja. She wants to make a clean break with her family and start a new life. She wants to take care of her child, provide her with the protection she herself was deprived of. But Lea soon realizes she is lacking this ability, and consequently has to make an impossible decision.

Die Sendung zeichnet das Leben von Albert Einstein nach. In der Sendung werden nicht nur die physikalischen Errungenschaften des wohl prominentesten Physikers, sondern auch der Mensch Albert Einstein und seine ganz persönliche Seite beleuchtet. Einsteins Theorie sorgte für eine Sensation in der Welt der Forschung und verschaffte ihm die lang ersehnte und verdiente internationale Anerkennung. 1921 wurde Einstein mit dem Physiknobelpreis ausgezeichnet. Erst viel später erkannte man, dass die Relativitätstheorie die wohl noch größere Leistung Einsteins war.

Hong Kong & Taiwan are two islands inextricably linked by their huge neighbor. Modern metropolises full of eastern traditions, they're forging forward in the 21st century as China's little dragons. Traveler Megan McCormick begins her journey in Hong Kong, looking out at the incredible skyline from Victoria Peak. She then takes in the contrasts of the city before taking the ferry visit Tap Mum Chau and Lantau Island. After a flight to Taiwan she explores the capital Taipei, ending her trip with a visit to its most remote outpost - Orchid Island. Along the Way… · Drive through the stunning Taroko Gorge · Place your bets at the Happy Valley Racecourse · Take a lesson in Tai Chi on the Kowloon waterfront · Experience a glorious sunrise from the peak of Jade Mountain · Indulge yourself with a shopping trip to the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone

Ian Wright starts his amazing journey of South Korea in the Capital Seoul. After finding a place to stay, he takes in the delights of the Kyongdong market with a hired guide. Still in Seoul Ian tries his hand at Tae Kwon-Do with the national team of Korea, and gets to train with the Womans Olympic team. After taking in the nightlife of Seoul, Ian heads north to the North - South Korean Boarder to experience Military power at it most dramatic at the DMZ.

Throwing Ian Wright into the heart of the world's most extraordinary capital is bound to be interesting. In Tokyo, Ian crosses between the spiritual aspects of the peace-loving Buddhist Senso-Ji temple and the Bushido philosophy of the Samurai warriors - through which he learns to wield a lethally sharp sword. He explores the hi-tech of Odaiba's technology centres and the weird and wonderful aspects of the Tokyo fashion scene.

Ian Wright journeys to Russia, the largest country in the world which covers more than 10 million square miles and spans 11 time zones. For 70 years travelers were unable to visit the then USSR, but since the collapse of communism Russia has become an increasingly popular destination.

Traveler Ian Wright sets off on a journey of contrasts, taking in Malacca, Penang, and the wilds of Borneo. Steeped in history and home to ancient tribes, flamboyant temples, manic street markets, and superb cuisine, Ian discovers the rich and colorful diversity of cosmopolitan Malaysia.