Back in the late Miocene epoch, there was an island--or maybe a group of islands-- in the Mediterranean Sea that was populated with fantastic giant beasts. It’s a lesson in the very strange, but very real, powers of natural selection.

How could a body of water as big as the Mediterranean just...disappear? It would take decades and more than 1,000 research studies to even start to figure out the cause -- or causes -- of one of the greatest vanishing acts in Earth’s...

If salty water is constantly spilling into the world’s oceans, does that mean they are getting saltier by the day?

If salty water is constantly spilling into the world’s oceans, does that mean they are getting saltier by the day?

Though people are most familiar with Plato's fictional Atlantis, many real underwater cities actually exist. Peter Campbell explains how sunken cities are studied by scientists to help us understand the lives of our ancestors, the...

What's as big as a polar bear, swallows its prey whole, and swims at forty miles an hour? It's not a shark or a killer whale... it's the Atlantic bluefin tuna— the largest and longest-lived of the 15 tuna species. Its unique set of...

As benign as it may look up close, the tiny seaweed Caulerpa taxifolia can wreak quite a bit of havoc on coastal ecosystems. This super algae is very adaptable; it also grows fast and spreads easily. Eric Noel Munoz gives the details of...

Most schoolchildren can find Italy on a map—it’s the “boot” that’s kicking an island into the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. The island is, of course, Sicily, and the boot is Italy’s mainland. Without a doubt, Italy’s complex natural...

The Citadel of Kite Bay, built in the 15th century by Sultan Ashraf, is a historic fortress in Alexandria. It was constructed to defend against Ottoman invasions on the site of the ancient lighthouse. Completed in 1479, it features...

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...

In this video, we explore the fascinating world of aquatic monsters, from giant squids to eels without scales. We learn that these creatures, unlike legendary monsters, actually exist in our present-day oceans. The giant squid, reaching...

Marseille, France:"Our third and last destination today, will be Marseille in France, there we will visit Puerto Viejo, a small, and pleasant fishing village also the velodrome, and an extensive national park."

Sandcastle Art and Natural Beauty in Antalya, Turkey:"And then prepare your bucket and shovel because we will finish this trip in Antalya, Turkey, where one of the biggest sandcastle art festivals is held every year. At the top of the...

Dive into the world of water, from the vast oceans that cover 71% of Earth's surface to the unique seas like the Mediterranean and the Dead Sea. Learn about the role of water as the "universal solvent" and the mysteries hidden in the...

Learn about Syria -- a country on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea -- including its 14 Governorates and capital city with this Countries of the World video by KLT!

Explore the fascinating world of tides with a primary school class at Mont-Saint-Michel, where Europe's highest tides occur. Discover how the gravitational forces of the moon and sun orchestrate the ocean's dramatic rise and fall, and...

Discover the dynamic struggle against coastal erosion in France, where communities along the Aquitaine and Mediterranean shores combat the sea's relentless advance. Learn about the natural and engineered solutions—from dikes to...

Dr. Forrester explains various bodies of water found on Earth.

Discover the enchanting Kizkalesi, also known as the Maiden's Castle, floating on the Mediterranean Sea just off the southern coast of Turkey. Built in the early 12th century, this castle has guarded an ancient port city for centuries....

The Maltese Archipelago, located in the central Mediterranean Sea, is known for its rich history stretching back over 7,000 years. It is home to some of the world's oldest freestanding stone buildings, including the enigmatic Hal...

Mr. Beat explains the Barbary Wars.

Nile River Valley Civilization examines how the Nile River Valley Civilization was able to flourish by analyzing the benefits of its location.

What did Italy want in the World Wars? | Mussolini, Italian Empire, Italy WW2

This clip looks at the physical features, history, climate and culture of Italy