TV Programm für wedotv Big Stories am 18.08.2026

The history of the British Empire colonial legacy in Northern Ireland is well known the world over but a there is a largely untold story of the the firefights between and close quarter battles exchanged between the provisional IRA, the British army and the elite SAS. Although the IRA often employed "terrorist" techniques within the city of London and on England's mainland not much is said of the often guerilla warfare techniques of the British Special Air Service in Northern Ireland since the beginning of this conflict. In this episode we will examine how the history of the Special Air Service affected the training of every elite force after it and how the close quarter battles in Northern Ireland in the late 1970s through to the millennium shaped both special forces and resistance methods.

For Jess, life at home feels out of control. But she's got the work routine dialed in, even as the team is hit with an unprecedented three rescues in under twelve hours.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry share similar interests and seem like a perfect match. Both have faced tough times growing up but have come out on top. Now they're winning together. This hour-long special, featuring a chat with author Andrew Morton, explores the social backdrop that makes their bold marriage fit right in with today's British Royal Family.

The Real Story takes us inside a simple royal love tale. It offers a glimpse behind the scenes of how a Prince ended up falling for a girl from a regular middle-class family.

After Diana's death, everyone's attention turned to Charles, who was not only a widower and a dad but also next in line for the throne. This show takes a closer look at how he got along with his sons, his longtime love Camilla, and what his future might look like as King. Royal experts David Starkey and Anthony Holden share their insights.

Animals or groups protect their territory by using sounds like birds singing or scents like pheromones from many mammals to mark boundaries. These are just the initial warnings. If other animals ignore these signs, a conflict might happen. Animals need a secure territory to mate, raise their young, and ensure there's enough food and resources for survival. This episode looks at the strategies animals use to claim their territory.

November 15 marks the start of firearm season in Michigan every year, and it's like Christmas for both hunters and Conservation Officers. On this day, officers are looking into a case where a hunter might have fired towards a house.

Michigan conservation officers patrol a weekend party and make sure snowmobilers are riding safely and staying out of danger.

Joint Task Force Two (JTF 2) is the elite Canadian Forces Special Operations unit responsible for a broad range of missions, including counter-terrorism and armed assistance to other government departments. Highly secretive, JTF 2 and its predecessor, the Canadian Airborne Regiment, have been deployed in hotspots around the world from Haiti to Bosnia. This episode focuses on the legendary JTF sniper teams and their use in Afghanistan alongside the British SAS and the US Delta Force at "the sharp end of the spear." A book written by an ex-JTF member explains how, in 2006, both the Pentagon and the British Foreign Office noted the instrumental role that JTF 2 played in the rescue of the British and Canadian Christian Peacemaker Team held hostage in Iraq. Unique in look, the FN P90 personal defense weapon, used by JTF 2 soldiers and special police around the world, will be highlighted in this program.

In 1968, a new form of military policing was being developed in a rural area north of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department sent an observer to this unit, and he, in turn, took this knowledge back to the LAPD. This contributed to the development of the department's first Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.) team. This CQB episode takes an historical journey to examine how this incident affected and changed police tactics around the world. Using CQB's trademark "sub-second" analysis, the program also looks at how police S.W.A.T. teams train, plan and equip themselves for the challenges of urban combat. The dramatization of a 1980s S.W.A.T. siege of a gang safe-house demonstrates the complicated challenge of protecting innocent people who might be caught in the line of fi re, as well as the specifics of the squad's training regimen, how they communicated, and the special equipment they used.

Wiedie and Chris designed their lives so they can experience all Jackson Hole has to offer. And when a young snowmobiler's first ride into the backcountry spins out of control, they join forces with Jess and Flip to execute a perfect 'swoop and scoop' rescue.

Tim demands a lot of everyone around him, especially during a cave rescue, which he describes as the worst kind of rescue.

Experience an in-depth look at Princess Diana, the extraordinary woman of the 20th century. Featuring unique interviews and touching clips, this portrait captures her incredible journey to fame and her ability to overcome the emotional and physical challenges she encountered nearly every day.

The Real Story takes us inside a simple royal love tale. It offers a glimpse behind the scenes of how a Prince ended up falling for a girl from a regular middle-class family.

After Diana's death, everyone's attention turned to Charles, who was not only a widower and a dad but also next in line for the throne. This show takes a closer look at how he got along with his sons, his longtime love Camilla, and what his future might look like as King. Royal experts David Starkey and Anthony Holden share their insights.

Animals or groups protect their territory by using sounds like birds singing or scents like pheromones from many mammals to mark boundaries. These are just the initial warnings. If other animals ignore these signs, a conflict might happen. Animals need a secure territory to mate, raise their young, and ensure there's enough food and resources for survival. This episode looks at the strategies animals use to claim their territory.

November 15 marks the start of firearm season in Michigan every year, and it's like Christmas for both hunters and Conservation Officers. On this day, officers are looking into a case where a hunter might have fired towards a house.

Michigan conservation officers patrol a weekend party and make sure snowmobilers are riding safely and staying out of danger.

Joint Task Force Two (JTF 2) is the elite Canadian Forces Special Operations unit responsible for a broad range of missions, including counter-terrorism and armed assistance to other government departments. Highly secretive, JTF 2 and its predecessor, the Canadian Airborne Regiment, have been deployed in hotspots around the world from Haiti to Bosnia. This episode focuses on the legendary JTF sniper teams and their use in Afghanistan alongside the British SAS and the US Delta Force at "the sharp end of the spear." A book written by an ex-JTF member explains how, in 2006, both the Pentagon and the British Foreign Office noted the instrumental role that JTF 2 played in the rescue of the British and Canadian Christian Peacemaker Team held hostage in Iraq. Unique in look, the FN P90 personal defense weapon, used by JTF 2 soldiers and special police around the world, will be highlighted in this program.

In 1968, a new form of military policing was being developed in a rural area north of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department sent an observer to this unit, and he, in turn, took this knowledge back to the LAPD. This contributed to the development of the department's first Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.) team. This CQB episode takes an historical journey to examine how this incident affected and changed police tactics around the world. Using CQB's trademark "sub-second" analysis, the program also looks at how police S.W.A.T. teams train, plan and equip themselves for the challenges of urban combat. The dramatization of a 1980s S.W.A.T. siege of a gang safe-house demonstrates the complicated challenge of protecting innocent people who might be caught in the line of fi re, as well as the specifics of the squad's training regimen, how they communicated, and the special equipment they used.

Wiedie and Chris designed their lives so they can experience all Jackson Hole has to offer. And when a young snowmobiler's first ride into the backcountry spins out of control, they join forces with Jess and Flip to execute a perfect 'swoop and scoop' rescue.

Tim demands a lot of everyone around him, especially during a cave rescue, which he describes as the worst kind of rescue.

Experience an in-depth look at Princess Diana, the extraordinary woman of the 20th century. Featuring unique interviews and touching clips, this portrait captures her incredible journey to fame and her ability to overcome the emotional and physical challenges she encountered nearly every day.

The Real Story takes us inside a simple royal love tale. It offers a glimpse behind the scenes of how a Prince ended up falling for a girl from a regular middle-class family.

After Diana's death, everyone's attention turned to Charles, who was not only a widower and a dad but also next in line for the throne. This show takes a closer look at how he got along with his sons, his longtime love Camilla, and what his future might look like as King. Royal experts David Starkey and Anthony Holden share their insights.

Animals or groups protect their territory by using sounds like birds singing or scents like pheromones from many mammals to mark boundaries. These are just the initial warnings. If other animals ignore these signs, a conflict might happen. Animals need a secure territory to mate, raise their young, and ensure there's enough food and resources for survival. This episode looks at the strategies animals use to claim their territory.

November 15 marks the start of firearm season in Michigan every year, and it's like Christmas for both hunters and Conservation Officers. On this day, officers are looking into a case where a hunter might have fired towards a house.

Michigan conservation officers patrol a weekend party and make sure snowmobilers are riding safely and staying out of danger.

Joint Task Force Two (JTF 2) is the elite Canadian Forces Special Operations unit responsible for a broad range of missions, including counter-terrorism and armed assistance to other government departments. Highly secretive, JTF 2 and its predecessor, the Canadian Airborne Regiment, have been deployed in hotspots around the world from Haiti to Bosnia. This episode focuses on the legendary JTF sniper teams and their use in Afghanistan alongside the British SAS and the US Delta Force at "the sharp end of the spear." A book written by an ex-JTF member explains how, in 2006, both the Pentagon and the British Foreign Office noted the instrumental role that JTF 2 played in the rescue of the British and Canadian Christian Peacemaker Team held hostage in Iraq. Unique in look, the FN P90 personal defense weapon, used by JTF 2 soldiers and special police around the world, will be highlighted in this program.