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The Neandertal Burial That Taught Us About Humanity
If we can see ourselves in the way our ancient cousins dealt with death…what else could we have in common?
SciShow
What Do Food Expiration Dates Actually Mean?
Sell By, Best By, and Use By... do these dates actually tell you anything? Food science can be tricky, but we're here to clear some of it up. The Financial Diet: / thefinancialdiet Hosted by: Michael Aranda
PBS
2 out of 3 North American bird species face extinction. Here’s how we can save them
As the climate crisis worsens, so does pressure on wildlife. The number of birds in North America has declined by 3 billion in the last 50 years. Brooke Bateman, director of climate science at the National Audubon Society, joins Ali...
PBS
Can We Get DNA From Fossils?
In 1993, scientists cracked open a piece of amber, took out the body of an ancient weevil, and sampled its DNA. Or, at least, so we thought. It took another few decades of research, and a lot of take-backs, before scientists could figure...
SciShow
Arctic Bison Mummy!
SciShow News explains how Wikipedia has been used to track, and even predict, outbreaks of disease all over the world, and then introduces you to the most complete naturally mummified bison ever found.
SciShow
Goodall, Fossey & Galdikas: Great Minds
Today we know that humans and chimpanzees share 99% of their DNA and that we have a lot in common. Not just how we look, but how we behave, form groups, defend our turf, and love each other. People didn't always see other primates this...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Who owns the "wilderness"? | Elyse Cox
In 1903, US President Theodore Roosevelt took a camping trip in California's Yosemite Valley with conservationist John Muir. Roosevelt famously loved the outdoors, but Muir had invited him for more than just camping: Yosemite was in...
SciShow
What Do Food Expiration Dates Actually Mean?
Sell By, Best By, and Use By... do these dates actually tell you anything? Food science can be tricky, but we're here to clear some of it up.
Crash Course Kids
Water Fix!
How can we fix water shortages? Well, we know that shortages are a problem and can cause fighting because water is a resource. When you limit a resource, things get scary. But, in this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about...
Curated Video
The Importance of Preserving, Restoring, & Conserving Art
New ReviewArt tells the story of humanity across societies and cultures, but keeping that art around for future generations can be a monumental task. In this episode of Crash Course Art History, we’ll learn how art historians preserve, restore,...
Curated Video
Exploring the Cultural Significance of Sri Lankan Temples
Sri Lanka's temples are vital cultural and spiritual centers, showcasing the island's rich heritage. These sacred spaces, primarily Buddhist and Hindu, serve as hubs for worship, education, and community gatherings. With unique...
Curated Video
Step Inside the World’s Largest Collection of Films
Go behind the scenes at the world’s largest collection of film, video and sound recordings at the Library of Congress Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation in Culpeper, Virginia with Darley Newman.
Curated Video
Castles of the Umayyad Desert – Jordan
The Jordan Desert is home to the remarkable ruins of Umayyad castles, including Qasr Al Mushatta, the largest and most ambitious, designed as the winter palace of Caliph Walid II, and Qasr El Kharaneh, a well-preserved fortress with...
Curated Video
Visby – Capital of Gotland in Sweden
Visby, the capital of Gotland in Sweden, is a well-preserved Hanseatic town renowned for its medieval cityscape, highlighted by a 10-meter-high wall built between 1270 and 1420 to protect its wealthy German merchants from local farmers....
Curated Video
Cesky Krumlov – Historic Site in Czech Republic
Český Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Czech Republic, is a living testament to European architectural history, with its origins dating back to the 15th century B.C. Its Gothic and Renaissance buildings, medieval gates, and...
Great Big Story
The nuclear bunker preserving movie history
Explore the unique nuclear bunker housing priceless movie memorabilia, a crucial part of preserving cinematic history for future generations.
Great Big Story
The last of the lampists, preserving a lost art
Discover the dedication of the last remaining lampists, preserving the craft of hand-making lamps in a modern world.
Curated Video
Landmarks - Machu Picchu/Chichen Itza
MACHU PICCHU/CHICH N ITZ IN THE 15TH CENTURY, THE INCAN EMPEROR PACHAC TEC BUILT A CITY IN THE CLOUDS ON THE MOUNTAIN KNOWN AS MACHU PICCHU OR "OLD MOUNTAIN". THIS EXTRAORDINARY SETTLEMENT SITS AT 8,000 FEET ABOVE SEA LEVEL, HALFWAY UP...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Mount Rushmore
MOUNT RUSHMORE MOUNT RUSHMORE IN SOUTH DAKOTA IS ONE OF THE UNITED STATES' MOST FAMOUS MOUNTAINS, AND TO MANY IT S THE COUNTRY S MOST PRECIOUS. CARVED INTO THE ROCK ARE THE FACES OF FOUR U.S. PRESIDENTS: GEORGE WASHINGTON, THOMAS...
Curated Video
Cryogenics: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future
This video provides an overview of the study of cryogenics, exploring its origins and advancements in the field. It highlights the practical applications of cryogenics in medicine, such as cryosurgery and cryopreservation, which have...
Great Big Story
Bridging ages, technology's role in cultural preservation
Discover how advanced technologies like 3D printing and CNC milling revolutionize the preservation of fragile cultural heritage.
Science ABC
Stomach Drop Feeling: Why Does Your Stomach “Drop” When You’re Anxious?
When we experience anxiety, our sympathetic nervous system is activated and initiates the fight-or-flight response. This response is a host of physiological changes that prepare us to either fight or flee. One of the effects of the...
Curated Video
Frontier Oil Exploration
Dwindling oil supplies mean exploration drilling is moving to far-flung reaches of the Earth. What difficulties does this pose, and what could the environmental impacts be? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. In the USA,...
Curated Video
Ecosystem Management: Deciduous Forests
Deciduous forests are found in more temperate climes and are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. What can we do to limit our impact on these ecosystems? Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points. In the UK, deciduous...