Ancient Lights Media
Palestine
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Palestine.
Curated Video
THE BIRTH OF MODERN DAY ISRAEL: Herzl as the Leading Thinker and Writer of the Zionist Movement Part II
When it was published, The Jewish State elicited strong and varied reactions. Dr. Polisar explores the book’s arguments and the reactions to its publication.
Financial Times
Turkey, Greece and the dash for gas
FT energy editor David Sheppard uses maps of the eastern Mediterranean to explain why there is such interest in gas deposits. The Turkish exploration vessels searching for them are not using conventional drilling platforms while the...
Mr. Beat
Why Do People Hate Jews?
What causes antisemitism? Mr. Beat takes a deep dive to answer this question.
Curated Video
THE BIRTH OF MODERN DAY ISRAEL: What Made Herzl Unique
Dr. Polisar presents the primary assets Herzl brought to his effort to found a Jewish state.
Next Animation Studio
The effects of a hunger strike on the body
In the first two to three hours of a hunger strike, the body uses up reserves of glycogen, glucose and fats. The person starts to feel weak and dizzy. In the first one to two days, the skin becomes pale, the breath smells of acetone, the...
Ancient Lights Media
Israel: Geographical Features and Climate
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the major geographical and climatic features of Israel.
Mr. Beat
The Suez Crisis (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here's the story of one of two times we were on the brink of World War III- The Suez Crisis.
One Minute History
Palestine and Israel - One Minute History_4k
At the heart of the Palestinian and Israeli conflict is the mutual inability for each nation to understand the narrative of their counterparts. Palestinians need a homeland, but have been denied a state for decades and now live under...
One Minute History
Palestine and Israel - One Minute History_1080
At the heart of the Palestinian and Israeli conflict is the mutual inability for each nation to understand the narrative of their counterparts. Palestinians need a homeland, but have been denied a state for decades and now live under...
Curated Video
THE BIRTH OF MODERN DAY ISRAEL: The Great Challenge of Establishing a Jewish State
To truly understand Herzl’s challenge, we have to unknow everything we know about Zionist history and the modern State of Israel.
Curated Video
Jerusalem - The Temple Mount or al-Haram al-Sherif
The Temple Mount or al-Haram al-Sherif, holy to both Jews and Muslims. According to the Bible, the Jewish Temples stood on the Temple Mount. According to Jewish tradition and scripture, the First Temple was built by King Solomon the son...
Next Animation Studio
Earthquake-proof desk designed to save lives
Two Israeli inventors have come up with a design for an earthquake proof table they hope could save thousands of lives in quake-prone developing countries. Arthur Brutter and Ido Bruno aim to provide affordable protection to...
AllTime 10s
10 Insane Military Operations That Could Have Changed The World
From The United States being invaded. . . twice, to Russia planning to wipe China off the map with nukes! These military operation would have changed history entirely.
Next Animation Studio
Google plans to sidestep Egypt by running new cable over Israel
Because of political conflicts, almost all Internet traffic between Europe and India currently goes through Egypt
Ancient Lights Media
Jordan
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Jordan.
AllTime 10s
10 Most Dangerous Borders
Some countries are easier to get into than others, and some are outright dangerous. Today Alltime10s takes you through the 10 Most Dangerous Borders in the world.
Religion for Breakfast
What Would Jesus Drink?
The Last Supper is one of the most famous scenes from the Gospels. It is a story that has inspired the Eucharist, the central ritual of most Christian worship. But what sort of wine was available to Jesus in the early first century CE?
Religion for Breakfast
Pilgrimage or Tourism at the Baha'i Gardens?
Akko and Haifa are the two holiest cities for the Baha'i Faith. The Baha'i Gardens, located on the slopes of Mt. Carmel in Haifa, Israel, have become a major tourist site in recent years. Baha'i pilgrims also travel there to pray and...
Religion for Breakfast
What is the Western Wall?
The Western Wall is one of the most iconic religious sites in the world. Tens of thousands of Jews travel there to pray. But what is the Western Wall?
Curated Video
THE BIRTH OF MODERN DAY ISRAEL: Herzl as Chief Diplomat: The Great Powers, Britain, and the Balfour Declaration
In pursuing diplomacy with the great powers of his time, Herzl left no stone unturned.
Religion for Breakfast
Who Are the Samaritans?
In this episode we examine the topic: Who Are the Samaritans?
Step Back History
Why Is There No Palestine?
After nearly 100 years, the Zionist movement had come full circle in 1948, declaring Israel an independent state. However, this was amidst chaos and claimed upon land that already had people living there. How do we get from this period...
AllTime 10s
10 Countries That Are Impossible To Invade
When it comes to defence, some countries are just safer than others. From nations with massive militaries to states with unavailable terrain, we're counting down the 10 Countries That Would Be Impossible To Invade.