TED-Ed
TED-ED: The legend of Annapurna, Hindu goddess of nourishment - Antara Raychaudhuri and Iseult Gillespie
Historically, the union between Shiva and Parvati was a glorious one: a sacred combination which brought fertility and connection to all living things. Yet a rift had grown between these two forces. Setting out to prove the importance of...
Crash Course
All Night Demon Dance Party - Kathakali: Crash Course Theater #24
This week, we're headed back to India to learn about the all night dance shows that culminate in killing a Demon (metaphorically): Kathakali! This form arose in the Kerala region of India, and tells traditional Indian stories, but with...
Curated Video
Indonesia Religion
New ReviewMany people in Indonesia believe in the spiritual power behind objects and forces, and most societies have organized ceremonies and rituals to mollify these spirits. In Indonesia, traditional animist beliefs have been combined with the...
Curated Video
Spiritual & Religious Use of Marijuana
Howcast - Learn about the spiritual and religious use of marijuana by various cultures in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
India's Sacred Cave Temples
The sacred cave temples. These subterranean sanctuaries, hewn from solid rock, served as places of worship, meditation, and monastic life for centuries. This video will explore the depths of these remarkable spaces, their unique...
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Temples of Tamil Nadu – India
Tamil Nadu, located in southern India, was largely spared from Mughal conquests, allowing uninterrupted Hindu religious practices and the preservation of its temples. The UNESCO World Heritage Brihadishwara Temple in Tanjavur, built by...
Weird History
Surprising Mythological Stories From Around the World
Whether it’s Marvel’s Thor, Disney’s Moana, or those Titans that clashed in that movie, pantheons of mythic heroes are everywhere in popular culture. But those Hollywood films barely even begin to scratch the surface of the wild stories...
Curated Video
Adventure and Apprehension at 23,000 Feet
Kovid Mittall, an enthusiastic mountaineer, is embarking on another climbing expedition in the Himalayas at an elevation above 23,000. As he begins his journey, Mittall highlights three possible outcomes: success, failure, or a...
Hip Hughes History
Jainism 101: Religions in Global History
A short overview of Jainism. Please support the World History Playlist!
Hip Hughes History
Buddhism Explained: Religions in Global History
What does a Buddhist believe? What are the basic beliefs of Buddhists? An introductory lecture to the basics of Buddhism. Please consider support HHH this summer for more World History vids for the kiddies!
Coto Japanese Academy
Conversational Japanese - When to Use よ or ね in Japanese?
In this video, Akiko-sensei will show you the difference between よ and ね - and how to use them! When should you use "yo"? When should you use "ne"?
Coto Japanese Academy
JLPT N3 Grammar - わりに (How to say "Considering it's cheap, it's actually good!" in Japanese)
In this video, Yuka-sensei will introduce you to the grammar point わりに (wari ni) JLPT Level N3 Grammar Point. わりに (wari ni) meaning: considering; comparatively; relatively; unexpectedly; unusually~
Coto Japanese Academy
JLPT N5 Grammar: PlaceにVerbに行く (How to say "I am going to do~" in Japanese)
In this video, Yuka-sensei will introduce you to the grammar point PlaceにVerbに行く JLPT Level N5 Grammar Point. PlaceにVerbに行く meaning: "~Going to do~"
Coto Japanese Academy
JLPT N4 Grammar - たばかり
In this video, Yuka-sensei will introduce you the usage of "たばかり”, JLPT Level N4 Grammar Point.
Curated Video
Thaipusam: A Sacred Hindu Festival of Devotion and Atonement
This video highlights the significance of Thaipusam, which is observed by Hindu communities worldwide. The video mentions that Thaipusam is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the Hindu God of War, and takes place over three days during the full...
Curated Video
How B.C. restaurants are serving up a bountiful salmon harvest
This year is turning out to be a very positive one for salmon fishers in B.C., as a bumper salmon run has led to a wealth of fishing opportunities. Shiva Reddy, a sommelier and On The Coast's food and wine columnist, reveals how chefs...
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Why you're seeing more B.C. cherries in the store this year
After years of devastating climate disasters made stone fruit harvesting in B.C. very difficult, cherries grown in British Columbia have been everywhere this summer. Shiva Reddy, a sommelier and On The Coast's food and wine columnist,...
Curated Video
How to make perfect pizza dough
CBC’s food and wine columnist Shiva Reddy says selecting the right flour is crucial to achieving perfect pizza dough, whether you're aiming for a classic Neapolitan-style pizza with a thin, airy crust or a New York-style pizza with a...
Curated Video
Why Vancouver’s food culture is changing — and restaurants are struggling to stay open
Food and wine columnist Shiva Reddy delves into why so many Vancouver restaurants have closed in recent months, citing the struggle to cover expenses amid declining foot traffic, rising debts and changing consumer habits as factors.
Curated Video
Sadhguru on the Cosmos: Understanding the Origins and the Darkness Within
Dive deep into the science of creation with Sadhguru as he unveils both the wondrous light and the hidden darkness at its core. This thought-provoking video will challenge your perceptions and expand your understanding of existence.
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Israeli forces raid Al Shifa hospital thousands sheltering inside complex
Al Shifa, was raided by Israeli forces, leading to international calls for an investigation.
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Devotees visits Nepal’s Pashupatinath Temple on first Monday of Shravan
Thousands of Hindu devotees thronged Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu on the first Monday of the holy month of Sawan. The month of Sawan is considered sacred by Hindu devotees and is dedicated to Lord Shiva where the females keep fast...
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‘Aarti’ performed at holy cave of Amarnath
Every day, Aarti is performed at the holy cave of Amarnath, starting early in the morning. The annual Amarnath Yatra commenced on July 1, with the first group of pilgrims embarking on their journey from the Baltal base camp in Ganderbal,...