A new Smithsonian documentary reveals details about a secret U.S. military unit that will change our understanding of the Iran hostage crisis more than 40 years ago. Host Catherine Herridge shares what she learned from speaking with former members of that team. | CBS Mornings

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Calling all Star Trek fans! Stream BUILDING STAR TREK today and explore a series ahead of its time. | Smithsonian Channel

408K views · 10K reactions | The Queen’s love of horses, dogs, and animals is one of her many passions that will carry on in her memory. Reflect on Queen Elizabeth’s legacy with a In Memoriam special of Elizabeth, airing all day Saturday. | Smithsonian Channel | Facebook

7.8K views · 188 reactions | Dolphins are renowned for being some of the most playful animals on the planet, and this pod of Atlantic spotted dolphins from the Bahamas certainly live up to their reputation. Youngsters play high-speed games of chase, while the adults prefer something more sophisticated; collaborative group games of catch the seaweed. Learn about how animals across the world tonight at 8 PM in Animals at Play. | Smithsonian Channel | Facebook

Orangutans—they’re just like us? If you’ve ever struggled to teach a human baby the basics, you’ll appreciate this video compilation. 🤣 Watch what happens when these baby orangutans’ lessons at Orangutan Jungle School don’t go quite as planned. https://bitly.com/3m5kDZB | Smithsonian Channel