MinuteEarth
Extreme Weather | MinuteEarth Explains
In this collection of classic MinuteEarth videos, we take a look at some of the most extreme weather on Earth and its consequences.
SciShow Kids
Why Do Floods Happen?
It's been raining for a few days where Jessi and Squeaks live, and the news even said that there may be a flood! Join Jessi to find out what a flood is, how they form, and how you can stay safe if there's a flood where you live!
MinuteEarth
Which Is Worse?
A broken bone might seem worse than a sprain, but you'll get over it much more quickly.
SciShow
3 Whack Weather Phenomena
Hank describes three of the whackest weather phenomena on Earth: atmospheric rivers, fire tornadoes, and ball lightning. Super interesting and super weird.
Crash Course
The Epic of Gilgamesh: Crash Course World Mythology
This week, we're continuing our discussion of heroes by talking about Gilgamesh, star of one of the earliest written hero stories, The Epic of Gilgamesh. Gilgamesh was a terrible ancient king who left his kingdom seeking adventure, and...
TED-Ed
Building the world's largest (and most controversial) power plant | Alex Gendler
In 2018, a single power plant produced more energy than the world's largest coal-powered and gas-powered plants combined. China's Three Gorges Dam relies on running water, and is capable of producing more energy than any other power...
SciShow Kids
The Grand Canyon!
Nature creates some pretty amazing things, and one of the largest of these is The Grand Canyon!
Curated Video
Landmarks - Banaue Rice Terraces
BANAUE RICE TERRACES FILIPINOS OFTEN REFER TO THE BANAUE RICE TERRACES AS THE EIGHTH WONDER OF THE WORLD, AND UNDERSTANDABLY SO. OF ALL THE EXQUISITELY SCULPTED RICE TERRACES WHICH CLIMB THE SLOPES OF THE CORDILLERA IN LUZON, THE LARGEST...
Curated Video
The Science of Fear: Understanding Our Physical and Psychological Responses
This video explores the concept of fear and its physical and psychological effects on the human body. It discusses how fear is a response that can be triggered by both real and perceived dangers, and how our ancestors' fight or flight...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Tibet Tourism
TIBET TOURISM TIBET WAS ONCE CONSIDERED INACCESSIBLE A MOUNTAIN KINGDOM BISECTED BY THE HIMALAYAS THAT WAS MAYBE EVEN A PART OF HEAVEN ON EARTH, SHANGRI-LA. BUT IT SEEMS WITH EACH PASSING MONTH TIBET IS LOSING ITS REMOTENESS AND MAYBE...
Curated Video
Using 3D Mapping Technology to Predict and Protect Against Flood Risks
This video discusses how a British insurance company is using 3D mapping technology to predict flood risks for individual properties, rather than whole neighborhoods. By creating virtual floods and analyzing data on flood frequency and...
Curated Video
Risk Management for Cyber Security Managers - Risk Transference
In this video, we will look at risk transference, the third significant way we can adopt to mitigate cyber risks in an organization.
Curated Video
What Will Earth Look Like When These 6 Tipping Points Hit?
A “tipping point” is when a system, with just a small amount of additional energy, is pushed from one stable state to another suddenly and dramatically. This can be a chair falling backwards. Or it can be a major earth system collapsing....
Curated Video
Hurricane Katrina: Part 2
In 2005, New Orleans was devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The city had flood defences which were meant to protect it. Why did these fail and could this happen again? Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Hurricane Katrina hit New...
Curated Video
LEDCs: Barriers to Development
Discover the vicious cycle which prevents Less Economically Developed Countries from developing - a loop which affects the lives and livelihoods of millions around the world. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. Less...
Curated Video
Floods – Clip
Witness the hazardous effects of flooding. People and places -Physical geography - Floods Learning Points Flooding is more likely to occur after periods of heavy rain. Floods are a natural hazard. A Twig Tidbit Film - Clip. A short film...
Curated Video
The drowning city
Join the team of engineers that is racing to save the city of Venice. People and places - Physical geography - Floods Learning Points Flooding can affect the land around rivers, and also coastal areas. Flooding can be caused by climate...
Curated Video
Floods
Floods are one of the most devastating natural hazards you’re ever likely to encounter. People and places -Physical geography - Floods Learning Points Flooding is more likely to occur after periods of heavy rain. Floods can happen...
Curated Video
Thailand soccer team Tham Luang cave rescue
Learn about a current event, the rescue of the soccer team in the Tham Luang Thailand caves; and the brave divers who gave their all to bring the boys to safety.
Curated Video
Art Restoration and Conservation
Restoration starts with a thorough chemical analysis, an x-ray and even cat-scans to understand the make-up of each piece and the possible effects of different cleaning methods.
Curated Video
Navigating Nature: Innovative Solutions for Flood and Landslide Risks
Explore the evolution of flood and landslide management in France, from the historic 1910 Paris flood to modern preventative measures. Discover how innovative engineering, like amphibious buildings and protective nets, safeguards...
Curated Video
Global Partners
Dr. Forrester describes how her community and its neighboring communities work together to solve common problems. She explains that this is how the United States operates with other countries around the world. She then talks about two...
Curated Video
A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1 Interview: Puck and Fairy
This video introduces a playful segment from Act 2 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," featuring an engaging interview with Puck and a fairy. The discussion reveals Puck's mischievous nature and his role in the fairy realm,...