Great Big Story
Tea Expedition: Harvesting Ancient Flavors in China
Embark on a journey deep into the remote tea mountains of southwest China with Shannon Tang, the owner of Tea Drunk in New York City. Discover the art of harvesting historic Chinese tea, made from leaves and buds of centuries-old tea...
Great Big Story
Finding Home After Leaving Prison
Embark on Jesse's powerful journey from incarceration to freedom as he shares his experience with the Homecoming Project. Having served time for attempted murder, Jesse faces the challenges of reintegration into society. Explore the...
Healthcare Triage
A Vaccine for Malaria!
Malaria kills a lot of people every year, and many of those people are young children. Developing a vaccine against this deadly disease has been a long and difficult journey, but there’s been a breakthrough! While we are still working...
Curated Video
Human and Environment Interactions
Dr. Forrester describes the ways that severe environmental conditions, such as earthquakes, wildfires, mudslides, and droughts, challenged settlers in the United States. She talks about how the Hoover Dam was built for flood control. She...
Great Big Story
Lizzo's journey of silence to empowerment
Explore how Lizzo transformed her period of silence into a powerful voice for activism and self-acceptance.
Great Big Story
Hannah Jordan, The Resilient Cyclist Defying Odds
Discover the inspiring journey of Hannah Jordan, a 15-year-old cyclist battling a rare metabolic disease with Olympic dreams.
Curated Video
The Iranian Hostage Crisis: A Turning Point in US-Iran Relations
This video provides a detailed account of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis, where Islamic student militants held 52 American embassy staff hostage for 444 days in Tehran. The crisis, stemming from the aftermath of the Iranian Revolution...
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The Battle of Cannae: Rome's Last Stand Against Hannibal
This video provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC, where Hannibal faced a massive Roman army led by Consuls Paulus and Varro. It highlights the strategic and logistical challenges faced by...
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Acclimating to Altitude and Preparing for a Mountain Hike
Kovid Mittall wanders around the town of Gangotri as he prepares to begin a big hike the next day. Mittall is filled with personal reflections on happiness, the beauty of nature, and the importance of acclimatizing to high altitudes. The...
Curated Video
Russian Tsars Family Tree | Ivan the Terrible to Nicholas II
Russian Tsars Family Tree | Ivan the Terrible to Nicholas II
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Breaking the Habit: A New Breakthrough in Nicotine Addiction Treatment
Varenicline is a promising new drug that mimics the effects of nicotine on the brain to help individuals overcome nicotine addiction. By targeting the same brain pathways as nicotine, it helps alleviate withdrawal symptoms by stimulating...
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Return to Flight: The Journey of Space Shuttle Discovery
This video provides an in-depth look at the preparations and challenges faced by NASA as they work towards the crucial Return to Flight mission of the space shuttle Discovery. Highlighting the importance of the mission for the European...
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Britain Leads Efforts to Combat Illegal Immigration with Cutting-Edge Technology
The British government is leading the way in tackling illegal immigration with cutting-edge technology at ports to detect people entering the country illegally. By using carbon dioxide detectors, heartbeat monitors, and passive...
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Revolutionizing Heart Health: The Power of Adult Stem Cells
Researchers are using adult stem cells to build new arteries and improve blood flow in patients with heart conditions. In a study involving over 100 patients, significant improvements were seen in blood flow and heart muscle function...
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The Rise and Fall of Empires: The Sasanian-Roman Conflict of the 3rd Century
This video details the strategic maneuvers and decisive victory of Roman Caesar Galerius over Sasanian King Narsa in the late 3rd century, showcasing the intricate political landscape and military tactics of the time. Through cunning...
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Battle of Falkirk: William Wallace and the Scottish Resistance
This video provides a detailed account of the events surrounding William Wallace's raid into England in 1297, his subsequent knighthood and appointment as guardian of Scotland, and the decisive Battle of Falkirk in 1298 where Wallace's...
Wonderscape
The Giraffe Life Cycle
This video delves into the life cycle of giraffes, from the birth of a baby giraffe to its growth into adulthood. It covers the remarkable resilience of newborn giraffes, their rapid development, social interactions within the herd, and...
Wonderscape
The Myth of the Pharaoh's Curse: Fact or Fiction?
Delve into the legend of the 'Curse of the Pharaoh' associated with King Tut's tomb. Explore the series of mysterious events that fueled this myth, from the death of Lord Carnarvon to Carter's pet Canary incident. Understand the cultural...
Wonderscape
Understanding Snake Life Cycles: From Birth to Adulthood
This video covers the life cycle of snakes, detailing how they are born, either through laying eggs or live birth, and their survival challenges as snakelets. It explains their growth, frequent skin shedding, and dietary habits as...
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The Resurfacing of Ferdinanda Island: A Spectacular Seismic Event
In this video, we learn about the reemergence of an island off the coast of Sicily due to seismic activity. The island, formed by a submerged volcano, has resurfaced multiple times in history, causing territorial disputes among nations....
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Exploring Mars: Unmanned Spacecraft and the Mars Exploration Rovers
This video discusses the exploration of Mars through unmanned spacecraft and upcoming missions. It highlights the Mars Global Surveyor, which has provided extensive data about the planet, and introduces the Mars Exploration Rovers, twin...
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Exploring Mars: Searching for Water and the Possibility of Life
This video discusses the exploration of Mars and the search for evidence of water on the planet. It highlights the challenges faced by previous space probes and the recent discovery of strong evidence of hydrogen just below the surface,...
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The Making of Epic Special Effects: From Hulk Films to Honda's COG
This video explores the behind-the-scenes process of creating special effects for Hulk films and a unique advertisement for Honda's Accord. It showcases the meticulous planning, extensive testing, and attention to detail required to...
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Behind the Scenes: Creating Spectacular Special Effects and Precision in Advertisements
This video provides a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes process of creating special effects for Hulk films and a unique advertisement for Honda's Accord. It highlights the meticulous planning and execution required for both projects,...