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Israeli strikes hit over two dozen Baalbek villages, leaving scores dead and widespread destruction
Israeli airstrikes in Baalbek’s villages left scores dead, hit homes and public areas amid civilian evacuations.
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Fire officials investigating basement fire at Yonkers home
Fire officials have not released the number of people that live in the building or if there were any injuries.
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Ocean Gate residents rally to save their backyard from new construction
Tenants typically park their cars where the building will be going up. Since construction has started, residents now have to park elsewhere.
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At least 18 killed in Israeli air attack on northern Lebanon
At least 18 people have been killed in an Israeli air attack on northern Lebanon, the Lebanese Red Cross says.
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Could vibrations play a role in a building collapse?
People who study old buildings are raising awareness about how fragile they can be. Montreal is full of century-old buildings including one that partially collapsed in the Saint-Henri neighbourhood.
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Four feared dead and several injured in Cairo Telecom company blaze
Egyptian authorities have reported that the fire that engulfed a major telecom company building in Cairo on Monday left four people dead and over two dozen injuries.
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Maria J. Stephan - Why Civil Resistance Works: The Strategic Logic of Nonviolent Conflict
Maria Stephan is a civil resistance scholar and co-lead of the Horizons Project, which focuses on strengthening democracy in the United States. With over 25 years of global experience supporting movements for rights and freedoms, Stephan...
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Noble and Common Life in Ancient Monte Albán
During the Classic period, Monte Albán experienced a flourishing of elite culture, seen in its art, rulers’ monuments, richly decorated tombs, and increasingly exclusive ceremonial spaces. Tombs and murals emphasized genealogy, divine...
The Daily Conversation
The History of Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s history is full of change, shaped by its valuable location and control by foreign powers like Britain and Japan. After returning to China in 1997 under the “one country, two systems” deal, it kept its own economy and...
The Daily Conversation
Chicago: The World's Fastest Growing City
In the late 1800s, Chicago grew rapidly into a major industrial city, but its wooden buildings and poor planning led to the Great Fire of 1871, which destroyed much of the city. Amazingly, the city quickly rebuilt, creating the world’s...
The Daily Conversation
Lagos, Nigeria: Western Africa's Megacity
Lagos, Nigeria is the largest city in Africa with over 22 million people, facing big challenges like a fast-growing young population, poor infrastructure, and rising sea levels. But with strong leadership from Governor Akinwunmi Ambode...
The Daily Conversation
The World-Changing Potential of Clean Energy in Africa
The tremendous growth happening in Africa presents humanity with a once-in-a-species opportunity: to make (nearly) an entire continent skip development of dirty fossil fuels, and be powered by renewable energy instead.
Bedtime History
What is Freemasonry?
What is Freemasonry? In this video, we explore the origins, symbols, and beliefs of one of the world's oldest and most mysterious fraternal organizations. Learn about secret rituals, the meaning of the Square and Compass, and how lodges...
Bedtime History
The White House for Kids
What is the White House, and why is it so important? In this video, we take a simple look at the history, purpose, and fun facts about the White House—the official home and workplace of the President of the United States. Learn when it...
Bedtime History
Exploring the Acropolis and Parthenon of Athens
Join us on an exciting adventure to the Acropolis, a famous ancient place in Athens, Greece! In this fun and easy-to-understand video made just for 3rd graders, we'll explore the incredible buildings and learn about the people who lived...
Bedtime History
The Epic of Gilgamesh | Mesopotamia
Travel back to ancient Mesopotamia to hear one of the oldest stories ever written—the Epic of Gilgamesh! In this episode, we’ll follow Gilgamesh, a strong and powerful king, as he goes on a journey to find friendship, wisdom, and the...
Bedtime History
House of Medici for Kids | Medici Family
Who were the Medici—and how did they become one of the most powerful families in history? In this episode, we dive into the story of the House of Medici, a super-rich family from Italy who helped shape art, science, and politics during...
Bedtime History
Hoover Dam | Arizona & Nevada
Discover the incredible history and engineering behind the Hoover Dam in this short and informative video. Learn how this massive concrete structure was built during the Great Depression and why it remains one of the most famous dams in...
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History of the Nile River
Join us as we explore the Nile River, the longest river in the world and one of the most important parts of ancient Egyptian civilization. In this video, you’ll learn how the Nile flows through Africa, including countries like Egypt and...
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Henry Ford for Kids
In this episode, we’ll learn all about Henry Ford, the man who made cars easier for people to buy! We’ll talk about how he came up with the idea of using big factories and an assembly line to make cars quickly and cheaply. Ford’s most...
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Empire State Building for Kids
The Empire State Building is one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the world, standing 1,454 feet tall in the heart of New York City. Completed in 1931, this architectural marvel was the tallest building in the world for nearly 40 years....
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Discover the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt
Discover the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom in this video. Learn about the time when powerful pharaohs ruled, and massive pyramids like the Great Pyramid of Giza were built. Explore daily life along the Nile River, the...
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California Gold Rush Explained
Discover the story of the California Gold Rush—when thousands of people rushed west in search of gold and a better life. This easy-to-understand video explains how it all started, what life was like for miners, and how the Gold Rush...
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Burg Khalifa: Tallest Building in the World
What is the tallest building in the world, and how was it built? In this video, we explore the incredible story of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Learn how this record-breaking skyscraper rises over 2,700 feet into the sky and what it took...