TED Talks
America's Gun Crisis: Will Change Come After the Latest Tragedy?
The conversation between president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media Ian Bremmer and TED’s Helen Walters delves into the issue of gun violence in America. They emphasize the ease of access to firearms, including military-grade...
Curated Video
40 killed as violence rages on; Deputy Information Minister comment
1. Various of protesters chanting
2. Close up of protestor holding sign (Arabic), "For every tyranny there''s an end"
3. Mid of men chanting
4. Protesters marching and banging drums
5. Various of protesters
6. Mid of sign in shape of...
Curated Video
OBAMA COMMENTS ON PAKISTAN, YEMEN AND GREECE
In an unmistakable snub, President Barack Obama left Pakistan off a list of nations he thanked on Monday for help getting war supplies into Afghanistan.
The omission highlights the prolonged slump in U.S. relations with Pakistan that...
Curated Video
Arab states urge Lebanon to end crisis, Amr Moussa presser
1. Exterior of the Arab League headquarters
2. Wide of Arab League Secretary-General Amr Moussa seated at news conference
3. SOUNDBITE: (Arabic) Amr Moussa, Arab League Secretary-General:
"The meeting called on the Lebanese speaker of...
TED Talks
Laura Boushnak: For these women, reading is a daring act
In some parts of the world, half of the women lack basic reading and writing skills. The reasons vary, but in many cases, literacy isn't valued by fathers, husbands, even mothers. Photographer and TED Fellow Laura Boushnak traveled to...
TED Talks
Nadia Al-Sakkaf: See Yemen through my eyes
As political turmoil in Yemen continues, the editor of the Yemen Times, Nadia Al-Sakkaf, talks at TEDGlobal with host Pat Mitchell. Al-Sakkaf's independent, English-language paper is vital for sharing news -- and for sharing a new vision...
TED Talks
Ella Al-Shamahi: The fascinating (and dangerous) places scientists aren't exploring
We're not doing frontline exploratory science in a huge portion of the world -- the places governments deem too hostile or disputed. What might we be missing because we're not looking? In this fearless, unexpectedly funny talk,...
Great Big Story
Socotra Island, A Unique Alien Landscape
Discover Socotra Island's unique species, including the Dragon's Blood tree, and its UNESCO heritage status.
Great Big Story
Inside Yemen's Hand-Carved Rock Palace
Explore the mesmerizing Dar al Hajar, Yemen's Rock Palace, a magnificent structure seemingly carved from the very rock it rests upon. Originally built as a summer residence for Imam Yahya in the 1930s, this man-made wonder showcases...
Curated Video
Attack prompts review of US aid to Saudi Arabia
The White House said on Tuesday that it will review its assistance to the Saudi-led coalition campaign in Yemen after an airstrike on a funeral hall packed with mourners in Sanaa killed nearly 140 people and wounded 600 others.Saturday's...
Curated Video
Attack Prompts Review of US Aid to Saudi Arabia
More than 1,000 mourners were packed into the funeral hall, including some of the most powerful figures in Yemen's rebel movement. Ali al-Akwa, who was just about to start reciting the Quran, heard warplanes overhead — but that...
The Viral Fever
Socotra: Preserving the Endemic Species and Culture
Socotra part 2/2: This video explores the unique culture and biodiversity of Socotra, a remote island off the coast of Yemen. The island's isolation has led to the preservation of an ancient language and culture, as well as a wealth of...
Curated Video
Kingdoms From Nothing: Aksum
This series explores the many kingdoms of pre-colonial sub-saharan Africa.
TLDR News
Britain's £1.4 BILLION Arms Sale to Saudi Arabia while Cutting Aid to Yemen - TLDR News
This Week in Parliament is the series where we discuss what's been going on in the Houses of Parliament. This week the Commons debated the Government's decision to continue arms sales to Saudi Arabia while cutting aid to Yemen; a...
Next Animation Studio
U.S. says Iran directed drone strike against U.S. force
Officials said they believe the attacks involved as many as five kamikaze drones laden with explosive charges.
Next Animation Studio
Disaster looms as abandoned tanker rusts off Yemen’s coast
Both sides of Yemen’s civil war blame each other for blocking the UN from saving the planet from a massive oil spill.
Next Animation Studio
Houthi rebels in Yemen used advanced drones in Abu Dhabi attack
Yemen’s Houthi rebels say they are responsible for deadly drone attacks in the United Arab Emirates on Monday.
Ancient Lights Media
Yemen
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Yemen.
Next Animation Studio
China is helping Saudi Arabia build its own ballistic missiles
The first ‘unambiguous evidence’ that Saudi Arabia is building its own ballistic missiles with the help of China has emerged through satellite images.
Curated Video
The History and Culture of Coffee
This video, provides a brief overview of coffee, discussing its origins, cultivation, and different brewing methods. Learn about unique types of coffee, such as Kopi Luwak, which is made from beans ingested by Asian palm civets. Explore...
NASA
Using Precipitation Data to Assess Risk of Cholera Outbreaks
A new modeling approach using satellite data will likely to enhance our ability to develop cholera risk maps in several regions of the globe. The model (GCRM) is based on monthly air temperature, precipitation, availability of WASH...
TLDR News
OPEC+ Cuts: Has the US-Saudi Relationship Collapsed?
Biden's relationship with Saudi Arabia has been a colourful one since before he was even president. Considering the history, we look at the recent OPEC+ cuts; and whether this spells the end of the 50-year Saudi-US relationship.
Step Back History
Al-Qaeda's Road to 9/11
Al-Qaeda had been born in the fires of war against the Soviets, but as the 80s turned into the 90s Al-Qaeda made the transition to a terrorist network. This is that story.
Professor Dave Explains
President Obama
Professor Dave explores the career and legacy of President Barack Obama