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Discovery Channel : Science, History, Space, Tech, Sharks, News

Discovery Channel online lets you explore science, history, space, tech, sharks, & more, with videos & news, plus exclusives on your favorite TV shows.

Deadly Secret

Scientists have long wondered what makes the venom of the brown recluse spider so toxic. Now they've discovered some of its ingredients, a big step toward developing an antidote. Go to Discovery News.

The Dirt

You ask, Mike answers. Someone wants to know what's up with the hats. Go to Mike's blog for Mike's take on his particular form of vanity.

MythBusters Raw

From Tory's morning taser ritual to Kari's MacGirlver tips, go behind the scenes and see the MythBusters, but not like you see them on TV. �

Nasty Weather Ahead

Ike has come and gone, leaving behind billions of dollars in damage. Hear a hurricane expert on what to expect in the weeks ahead. Go to Discovery Earth Live.

Think You're Smart, Eh?

How would you fare in the Cash Cab Game? Now you can match your wits with other people who think they're pretty smart.

 
News Headlines
Mega-Tsunami Dumped Tonga's Coral Boulders
Are huge boulders on a South Pacific island the result of ancient devastation?
 
 
Features
dinosaur
 
Top Games
Deadliest Catch
 
Discovery of the Day
Remember CDs?
Aug. 17, 1982: A slick new form of recorded music, known as a compact disc, is rolled out by Royal Philips Electronics at a plant outside Hanover, Germany. The first CD to come off the line is "The Visitors" by ABBA. Over 200 billion more CDs will be sold before they begin to fade into oblivion 25 years later. More ...
 
 
Plug In
Listen to "Boom De Ah Dah" Anywhere
Keep the music in your head. And download the FREE ringtones.

Classic MythBusters
Watch some oldies, but goodies. Download a show .

Bear Grylls' Top 10
Find out his favorite and least favorite memories. See Bear's lists.

 
TV Shows
 
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  • Animal Planet
    Animal Planet
    Dedicated to the unique relationship between people and animals.
     
    HD Theater
    HD Theater
    Wildlife, world culture, adventure and more exclusive content in HD.
     
  • Discovery Health
    Discovery Health
    Your source for health & wellness info, tips, tools & support.
     
    Military Channel
    Military Channel
    Your only destination for weapons, warfighters and history - 24/7.
     
  • The Science Channel
    The Science Channel
    The only network devoted entirely to the wonders of science.
     
    TLC
    TLC
    TLC is an affirmative and connective experience.
     
 
Top Video
 
 
How Stuff Works
How Geniuses Work
What makes some people think faster and deeper?

How Wind Power Works
Is it a saving technology or pure folly?

How Google Works
Will a powerful search engine lead to Web world domination?

Are Bats Headed for Extinction?
Something is killing them off at an alarming rate.

How TV Ratings Work
Are some viewers more important than others?

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