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History of St. Patrick's Day for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick, and the origin of St. Patrick's Day. Also learn how the holiday is celebrated by millions of Irish around the world.
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The Legacy of Queen Elizabeth II: A Monarch of Transition and Compassion
This video explores the enduring legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, highlighting her role in guiding the British Empire's transition into the Commonwealth and her commitment to global reconciliation. Discover her compassion through key...
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I WONDER - What Is The Giant's Causeway?
Discover 'What Is The Giant's Causeway?'—a natural wonder with stepping stones for giants! Perfect for curious kids on a quick, magical adventure.
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I WONDER - Is The Rocky Coastline At The Giant's Causeway Dangerous?
Journey to 'Is The Rocky Coastline At The Giant's Causeway Dangerous?' to explore the rugged beauty and safety of this natural wonder! A quick, exciting adventure that's perfect for young adventurers.
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I WONDER - How Was The Giant's Causeway Formed?
Step onto 'How Was The Giant's Causeway Formed?' to unravel the story behind those giant, mysterious stone pillars! A quick, engaging journey into a natural wonder, perfect for young explorers.
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I WONDER - How Did The Giant's Causeway Get Its Name?
Step into 'How Did The Giant's Causeway Get Its Name?' to unravel the legend behind this natural wonder! A quick, mythical adventure into geology, just right for curious kids.
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I WONDER - Are There Any UNESCO Sites In Northern Ireland?
Embark on a journey to 'Are There Any UNESCO Sites In Northern Ireland?' to discover the treasures that have earned a place on the world stage! It's a quick, exciting exploration of heritage and natural beauty, perfect for young...
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Football Shorts - Episode 60 RUSSIA-WREATH CEREMONY & STANDINGS
HOURS BEFORE ENGLAND WAS TO FACE RUSSIA IN A CRUCIAL EURO 2008 QUALIFYING MATCH, ENGLISH FOOTBALL FANS IN MOSCOW PAID THEIR RESPECTS AT A MONUMENT HONOURING RUSSIAN SOLDIERS WHO DIED DURING WORLD WAR TWO. AT THE END OF OCTOBER GROUP A...
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Football Shorts - Episode 41 GLACIER MATCH & GROUP STANDINGS SO FAR
WITH EXACTLY 12 MONTHS TO THE START OF THE EURO 2008 FINALS TOURNAMENT, AN UNUSUAL FIVE-A-SIDE MATCH BETWEEN AUSTRIA AND SWITZERLAND WAS PLAYED OUT ON A GLACIER BENEATH THE SUMMIT OF SWITZERLAND'S JUNGFRAU MOUNTAIN. AT THE END OF MARCH,...
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Football Shorts - Episode 55 - GERMANY JOINS HOSTS SWITZERLAND AND AUSTRIA AT EURO 2008 FINALS
GERMANY BECAME THE FIRST TEAM TO QUALIFY FOR THE EURO 2008 FINALS THANKS TO A NIL ALL DRAW IN THEIR GROUP D MATCH AGAINST IRELAND AT CROKE PARK.
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Football Shorts - Episode 53 GERMAN SQUAD TRAIN AHEAD OF EURO 2008 QUALIFIER AGAINST IRELAND
THE GERMAN NATIONAL TEAM WAS TRAINING AT DUBLIN'S CROKE PARK BEFORE A EURO 2008 QUALIFYING MATCH AGAINST IRELAND. THE GAME WOULD TAKE PLACE IN IRELAND'S LARGEST STADIUM WHICH IS MORE OFTEN USED FOR THE IRISH NATIONAL GAME, HURLING.
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Football Shorts - Episode 3 GERMANY PREPARES TO MEET IRELAND
THE GERMAN NATIONAL SQUAD TOOK TO THE PITCH IN STUTTGART TO TRAIN BEFORE ITS FIRST EURO 2008 QUALIFIER AGAINST IRELAND. WITH FOND MEMORIES OF THE LAST TIME THEY PLAYED THIS SPECIFIC STADIUM, GERMANY COACH JOACHIM LOEW WAS LOOKING FORWARD...
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The Mercury / Maia Flight Combination
In the 1930s aircraft manufacturers Short proposed a two-stage plane capable of flying non-stop across the Atlantic.
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Football Shorts - Episode 25 - GERMANY PREPARES FOR MATCH AGAINST CYPRUS
GERMANY COACH JOACHIM LOEW CALLED UP BAYER LEVERKUSEN MIDFIELDER PAUL FREIER FOR THE EURO 2008 QUALIFIER AGAINST CYPRUS AFTER TWO OTHER MIDFIELDERS, BERND SCHNEIDER AND PIOTR TROCHOWSKI, WERE RULED OUT WITH INJURIES.
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Leprechaun: From Gold-Loving Cobbler to Cultural Icon
Leprechauns are associated with St. Patrick’s Day and Irish culture, but do you know why? The jovial, red-haired little man dressed in green standing next to a pot of gold is a modern invention—the diminutive faerie folk was once more...
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Was Púca the Nightmare Bunny That Inspired Donnie Darko?
Existing somewhere between boogeyman, scapegoat, and temperamental fae, the known trickster called Púca is an animal-spirit that was once dreaded across Ireland, the Channel Islands, and England.
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Preserving the Ocracoke Brogue, a fading dialect on a North Carolina island
Discover the unique Ocracoke Brogue, a rare dialect from North Carolina's barrier island, threatened by modern influences and dwindling native speakers.
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Living in Ireland
Dr. Forrester compares the lives of families in the United States to those in Ireland.
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Exploring the Historic Treasures of Trinity Library
Discover the rich history and treasures of Trinity Library in Dublin, including the Long Room and the Book of Kells.
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Building The White House
The White House stands as a symbol of freedom, but the story behind its construction reveals some important contradictions.
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The Unbelievably Tragic Story of Cú Chulainn
In Irish folklore, Cú Chulainn was one of the greatest warriors ever to live. From his first battle against a vicious hound at the age of 6 to his last against an entire army just two decades later, Cú Chulainn lived a legendary, but...
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Before Alarm Clocks There Were Knocker-Uppers
Discover the fascinating history of 'knocker uppers', the early alarm clocks in Britain and Ireland.
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The Enchanting Fairies of Celtic Lore
The fairies of Celtic traditions trace their origin back to an ancient race of otherworldly royalty - the Tuatha Dé Danann. As fairy nobility, the Tuatha Dé Danann were alternatively seen as gods, monsters, demons, and even the real...
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Banshee: Ireland's Screaming Harbinger of Death
Dr. Zarka shows how this wailing female ghost connects to the very real Irish tradition of keening— a rhythmic wailing and mourning performed by women as part of the death ritual. Tune in to see how fact and fiction combine to create a...