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NOVA | July 2025

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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Iceman Reborn
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 – 9 PM

Murdered more than 5,000 years ago, Otzi the Iceman is Europe's oldest known natural mummy. Now, new revelations about Otzi's life and legacy come to light, including surprising secrets hidden in his genetic code. 

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  • WTVP-HD 47.1 - Thu, 07/03/2025 @ 12:00 PM
  • WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 07/04/2025 @ 4:00 AM
  • WTVP-WORLD 47.3 - Tue, 07/08/2025 @ 6:00 PM
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Dino Birds
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – 9 PM 

Why are birds the only dinosaurs still alive today? Rare fossil discoveries are revealing the secrets of bird evolution, telling the story of how some resilient feathered dinos became the vast array of colorful bird species that fill our skies.

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When Whales Could Walk
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 – 9 PM

A spectacular fossil graveyard reveals a 43-million-year-old whale that had four legs and could walk. Follow scientists as they search for new clues to how mammals moved from land into the sea to become the largest animals on Earth.

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  • WTVP-WORLD 47.3 - Tue, 07/22/2025 @ 6:00 PM
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Ancient Maya Metropolis
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 – 9 PM

The ancient Maya built large complex cities with towering pyramids and temples that served as centers for a thriving civilization. Follow archaeologists exploring new evidence into the mystery of why after hundreds of years the cities were abandoned.

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