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BBC Worldwide is prepping special events at MIPCOM 2017 surrounding the launch of the latest additions to its factual-entertainment catalog, Astronauts: Toughest Job in the Universe and Top Gear America.

Ovation has rolled out in the U.S. on Roku devices and the Xumo connected-TV platform Journy, a new multiplatform VOD travel-lifestyle service featuring original series and specials, as well as newly acquired content such as Jared Leto’s Great Wide Open.

CTV has commissioned a sixth season of The Amazing Race Canada that will feature everyday heroes, including teachers, parents, first responders, community leaders, mentors and athletes, who have a story to tell.

The docuseries Mysterious Earth, from the Cisneros Media Distribution catalog, invites viewers to uncover the Earth’s secrets, explore ancient architecture and hunt for hidden tombs and lost civilizations.

Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) has signed agreements with several third-party broadcasters for original factual-entertainment content produced by Channel 5, including Cruising with Jane McDonald, ahead of MIPCOM.

Twofour Rights has inked a host of deals for Boomerang’s Extreme Cake Makers, selling the series into 60 territories.

NHK is presenting the documentary Deep Ocean: Journey to the Deepest to the international marketplace at MIPCOM next week.

Ahead of MIPCOM, all3media international has signed a number of major pan-regional deals, with more than 70 hours of factual and factual-entertainment content sold across Asia.

Endemol Shine North America has signed an exclusive deal with TV and social media personality, best-selling author and acclaimed chef Ayesha Curry.

Hat Trick International has secured deals for the factual-entertainment series Reggie Yates: The Insider, including presales for the brand-new second season, which will launch at MIPCOM.