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Welcome back to the Fluctus channel for a feature on the journey of a bus driver navigating the bustling, overcrowded roads of Dhaka, Bangladesh. From early morning to late evening, witness the daily challenges of maneuvering through...

Discover the world's narrowest city, where charm and architecture squeeze into the most surprising spaces!

Travel Smart visits one of Independent Travel’s favourite destinations, Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast.Travel editors Ben Parker and Annabel Grossman give you their tips for making the most of your trip to the Italian coastline, avoiding...

Travel Smart takes a whistle-stop tour of Turkiye, one of our favourite destinations brimming with discovery wherever you go.Simon Calder takes a look at what Istanbul offers up as well as some of the hidden gems where history comes...

The world’s first fine-dining restaurant staffed by the homeless community opened.Source: The Independent

Meet Irving Berlin, one of America’s most famous songwriters! Born in a small village in Russia, he moved to the United States as a young boy and grew up in New York City. Even though he had little money and no formal music training, he...

In this episode, we visit the ancient city of Pompeii and learn how it was frozen in time by a powerful volcano. Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, covering the city in ash and rock. We’ll explore what life was like in Pompeii before the...

Meet Socrates, one of the greatest thinkers of ancient Greece! He didn’t write books or give big speeches—instead, he asked questions. Lots of them! Socrates believed the best way to learn was by talking, listening, and thinking deeply...

In this video transcript, Nova, a friendly character, teaches children about being safe pedestrians. They learn about the importance of listening to their parents, using their ears to be aware of their surroundings, and understanding...

Embracing the Caribbean Splendor of Puerto Rico:Finally, we will end our tour in one of the most beautiful landscapes of the Caribbean, the Island of Puerto Rico, a place also rich in history and culture.

Discovering Pamplona, Spain:Next, we'll venture to the historic city of Pamplona, Spain. Take a leisurely stroll through its charming streets, experience the excitement of Vasque ball, and admire the magnificent Basilica of San Ignacio...

Exploring New York City:Join us as we journey to the bustling metropolis of New York City. Marvel at its iconic skyscrapers as we embark on a thrilling bike ride through Manhattan, immersing ourselves in the vibrant energy of the city....

Fiberglass Cows:Life-size fiberglass cows invade the streets as part of an exhibition, adding a touch of artistry to the urban landscape.

Mechanical Elephant in Antwerp:A 42,000kg mechanical elephant created by a French street theatre company captivates thousands of Antwerp citizens.

Preservation of Antique Cars in Cuba:Over 60 thousand American cars from the 1940s and 50s are not only in full use but serve as the primary mode of transportation for many in Cuba.

Elephant Race:Elephants gather annually to take part in a kilometer-long race running through the streets, blending tradition with the excitement of a unique sporting event.

Cars dominate US city streets, and there’s no better example than Atlanta, GA. Streets in Atlanta are designed for getting cars around as fast as possible. The result? Pedestrian deaths in ATL are twice the national average. But the city...

In 1808, Napoleon invaded Spain, sparking a brutal six-year conflict known as the Peninsular War, marked by guerrilla warfare, widespread atrocities, and fierce resistance from the Spanish and their British allies. The war, infamous for...

Flour War in a Small Greek Town:Every year, villagers in a small Greek town engage in a flour battle, using more than 1,500 kilograms of flour tinted with food coloring.

Brazil has one of the world's greatest income gaps. For those on either side of this wealth divide, daily life, and the long-term outlook, is very different... Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. Brazil has one of the...