102 Minutes: Inside the Towers
Channel: HISTORY (DStv 186)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Documentary, History
On 9/11 the whole world watched the Twin Towers on television, and in the years since we've seen almost every angle replayed.
But on the 25th anniversary we'll experience first person stories for the first time from a POV we couldn't see, revealing what they heard and what they saw - from the inside out.
Over the course of 102 minutes, the inhabitants of these buildings, plus first responders racing to the rescue, lived their own harrowing narratives, scattered throughout the buildings.
From window washers to lobby staff, we gather never-beforeheard accounts of life-or-death struggles and heroism from throughout the towers.
Using new first-person interviews with survivors and video effects that give enlightening detail from a new perspective, the special creates a factual record of what they experienced on 9/11 as it happened, through their points of view... from inside the towers.
Mysteries of Ancient Medicine
Channel: National Geographic Channel (DStv 181 / StarSat 220)
TX Time: 18h50
Genre: Documentary Series, History
Strange, ingenious and terrifying healing traditions from the ancient world.
Combining archaeology, forensics and stylised reconstructions, the series explores topics like toxic remedies, pirate cures, early acupuncture and Roman battlefield surgeries.
Archaeology reveals how ancient peoples treated disease using remedies ranging from astrology and omens to sweat baths, bloodletting and toxic antidotes.
Unearthed medical texts, tools and treatments show a world of innovation, from barber surgeons in wartime to Roman hospitals and global healing traditions.
In the series premiere, "Etruscan Gold Teeth, Soutra Aisle, The Two Toes": From gold dental bands in Etruscan tombs to the blood stained remains of a medieval hospital in Scotland, archaeologists reveal the gritty realities of ancient care.
A crafted Egyptian prosthetic adds a final twist, raising new questions about innovation in early medicine.
1000-lb Sisters 7
Channel: TLC Entertainment (DStv 135)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Docu-Reality
1000-lb Sisters returns as Tammy and Amy embrace new opportunities, personal growth and major life changes.
Tammy and Andrea's relationship reaches an exciting new chapter when Andrea's surprise proposal results in an emotional "yes," but building a future together proves to be more complicated than expected.
As the couple navigates relationship growing pains, questions about independence and winning over Andrea's friends, Tammy is also determined to keep pushing herself outside her comfort zone, taking on memorable new experiences, including horseback riding and other exciting firsts.
Amy is focused on creating the life she's always dreamed of.
As she continues to lose weight, pursues skin-removal surgery and learns how to drive, she discovers a passion for songwriting, transforming her poetry into original songs with the help of AI-generated songwriting and vocals while dreaming of one day performing them in her own voice.
As both sisters pursue new goals and navigate evolving relationships, they remain committed to repairing and strengthening their bond, proving that despite life's challenges, their connection remains at the heart of their journey.
In the Season 7 premiere, "Play That Funky Music, AI": Tammy and Amy attempt to renew their sister bond and the family has strong opinions about Amy's new hobby.
Andrea makes a drastic decision about her relationship with Tammy as Chris is making gains in and out of the gym.
Grand Designs New Zealand 10
Channel: BBC Lifestyle (DStv 174)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Home Improvement, Reality, DIY
Hosted by Tom Webster, Grand Designs New Zealand shares the stories of creative and enterprising Kiwis who are taking on the challenge of building their own unique and inspirational homes.
No design is too ambitious, and no obstacle too large in their quest for the perfect house.
Following the Grand Designs format, the series sees the process of these incredible design projects, as well as the personal journeys of those building them – from the initial blueprints, through to the long and often arduous task of turning the plans into practical living spaces.
Using archaic or new-school building techniques and material, and in locations from the beach, the mountains, and the hills in between, Grand Designs New Zealand features houses ranging from architectural designer mansions to DIY, never-before-seen kinds of homes.
In the Season 10 premiere, "Earnscleugh Castle": A well-resourced couple who fall in love with a rundown Central Otago castle find restoring a heritage building is anything but romantic.
House Hunters International 145
Channel: Travel Channel (DStv 179)
TX Time: 06h00
Genre: Reality
This spin-off of House Hunters goes around the globe.
Home hunters and their realtors check out all sorts of architectural styles and work through the quirks of buying real estate in other countries.
Each episode follows house hunters as they view three potential homes, receive guidance from an estate agent and choose the digs of their dreams, where we revisit them a few weeks later.
In the Season 145 premiere, "Family Move to Groningen": A pastor, professor and their teenage daughter make the move from Kansas City to Groningen, Netherlands.