PBS
Is There Life on Mars?
Otherwise landed in 2004 with its twin - MER-A, better known as Spirit. These six-wheeled golf-cart-sized robots were Swiss army knives of geological lab instruments. Opportunities most spectacular discovery where these cute little...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Corruption, wealth and beauty: The history of the Venetian gondola - Laura Morelli
It's hard to imagine Venice without the curious, banana-shaped gondolas that glide down the canals. How did these boats come to be the trademark transportation of Venice? Laura Morelli details the history of the gondola, explaining why...
TED Talks
TED: Planet City -- a sci-fi vision of an astonishing regenerative future | Liam Young
Get transported on a stunningly rendered, sci-fi safari through Planet City: an imaginary metropolis of 10 billion people, from the brain of director and architect Liam Young. Explore the potential outcomes of an urban space designed to...
SciShow
Why Is Your Cat So Disgusted With You?
Sometimes your cat looks at you like they’re just absolutely revolted. So, does your cat think you're gross?
SciShow
3 Times We Thought We Found Aliens
Earthlings have been searching for alien life for centuries, and more than a few times we were confident that we'd found evidence, but to err is human after all.
TED Talks
Anupam Mishra: The ancient ingenuity of water harvesting
With wisdom and wit, Anupam Mishra talks about the amazing feats of engineering built centuries ago by the people of India's Golden Desert to harvest water. These ancient aqueducts and stepwells are still used today -- and are often...
The Daily Conversation
China's Amazing Water Canal | China's Future MEGAPROJECTS: Part 2
New ReviewSouth-to-North Water Transfer Project: The huge populations filling China's northern megacities have a shortage of the single most necessary resource for life: water. To solve that problem, the Chinese will soon be moving 44.8 billion...
Curated Video
The Last Wild Axolotls of Mexico City
New ReviewIn the southern part of Mexico City lies Xochimilco, a maze of canals filled with boats, music, food and tourists. It’s also one of the last remnants of the interconnected lakes that once surrounded Tenochtitlan, the ancient capital of...
Curated Video
Visiting Amsterdam's Canals
Howcast - Learn about Amsterdam's canals in this Howcast travel video.
Curated Video
Top 4 Places to Visit in Amsterdam
Howcast - Learn about the top four places to visit in Amsterdam in this Howcast travel video.
Curated Video
Top 4 Neighborhoods to Visit in Amsterdam
Howcast - Learn about the top four neighborhoods to visit when you're in Amsterdam with this Howcast travel video.
Curated Video
Visiting the Canals in Venice
Howcast - Learn about Venice's famous canals in this Howcast travel video.
Curated Video
Explore the Vibrant Canals of Xochimilco
Xochimilco in southern Mexico City features a unique canal system with colorful gondola-like boats. This area showcases Mexico's cultural heritage, with canals that were once vital to the Aztecs. Visitors can enjoy customized boat rides...
Curated Video
Genius Technologies Panama Canal Found to Move World’s Biggest Ships
Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel as we examine two of the greatest shipping channels ever built. Fluctus is a website and YouTube channel dedicated to sea geeks. Whenever you are curious or an incorrigible lover of this mysterious...
Curated Video
Historic Amsterdam: A Drone’s Eye View
Soar above the enchanting city of Amsterdam with this captivating drone footage. Glide over the iconic canals, historic buildings, and vibrant streets. Marvel at the historic bridges, bustling squares, and unique houseboats that make...
The Daily Conversation
The Backstory of Bangkok, Thailand’s Megacity
Bangkok, once a small fishing village, has grown into the most visited city in the world, known for its vibrant culture, strong economy, and complex political history. It faces major challenges like traffic, heat, flooding, and rapid...
Makematic
Transportation and Communication Innovations
Throughout the 1800s, innovations in transport and communication, from canals to the telegraph, bridged geographical distances and made it faster to move people, produce and post.
Curated Video
Earthquakes: Nature's Warning Signs and the Power of Tectonic Plates
This video explores the phenomenon of animals sensing earthquakes before they happen and the causes of earthquakes. It also highlights the importance of understanding and engineering our buildings and cities to withstand earthquakes. The...
Curated Video
Exploring Bomb Cyclones: The Formation and Characteristics of Intense Storms
In this video, the concept of bomb cyclones is explored, highlighting their connection to climate change. The term "bomb" refers to the rapid formation of these storms rather than their intensity. Bomb cyclones share similarities with...
Curated Video
Advancements in Weather Forecasting: From Prediction to Nowcasting
This video discusses the challenges of predicting and forecasting weather, particularly in the context of rapidly changing weather conditions due to global warming. It highlights the shift from traditional weather forecasting methods to...
Curated Video
The Fascinating World of Butterflies: Metamorphosis, Conservation, and Ecosystem Contributions
This video provides an informative overview of the life cycle and significance of butterflies. It explores the four stages of metamorphosis, from egg to butterfly, highlighting their beauty and delicate wings. The importance of...
Curated Video
Exploring the Mysteries of Mars
This video provides a brief overview of our fascination with Mars, from early misconceptions about Martian canals to current scientific missions searching for signs of microbial life. It highlights the challenging conditions on Mars,...
Curated Video
Exploring the Sahara Desert: From Landscapes to Quicksand
This video provides a fascinating glimpse into the Sahara Desert, highlighting its vast size, diverse landscapes, and unique adaptations of its plant and animal life. It also debunks common misconceptions about quicksand, explaining its...
Curated Video
The Fascinating Phenomenon of Solar Eclipses
In this video, we learn about the significance of sunlight in sustaining life on Earth and how solar eclipses occur. The video explains the ancient beliefs surrounding eclipses and provides scientific explanations for the phenomenon. It...