Curated Video
London Introduces Congestion Charging: A New Approach to Reducing Traffic
This video provides an overview of the implementation of congestion charging in London. It highlights how drivers are required to pay £5 per day to enter the city's central area on weekdays until 6:30 PM. The video also mentions that the...
Curated Video
Reconstructing a Roman Water Lifting Machine: Unveiling Ancient Technology in London
Experience the ingenuity of ancient Roman technology with a replica of a water-lifting machine, reconstructed using original evidence found in the City of London. This archaeological experiment brings to life a technology not seen in...
Curated Video
World's First Windows Powered Smartphone Launched by Orange and Microsoft
The world's first Windows-powered smartphone, developed by Orange and Microsoft, offers users a simpler and easier-to-use mobile experience with access to a wide range of services. With the Windows system, e-mail, instant messaging, and...
Curated Video
Eurostar Unveils Plans for Stylish Carriage Upgrade
Eurostar, the high-speed train service connecting London, Paris, and Brussels, is undergoing a £35 million upgrade to enhance passenger experience. Renowned designer Philippe Stark aims to transform the interior of the carriages,...
Curated Video
The Evolution and Success of Mathmos: From Lava Lamps to Lighting Innovations
Mathmos, the London-based company that invented the iconic Lava lamp in the 1960s, faced the challenge of staying relevant in the 1980s and 1990s. Through innovative design and the addition of new lighting products, Mathmos not only...
Curated Video
London Police Introduce Innovative Text Phone System for Deaf and Hearing-Impaired Individuals
London's police service is revolutionizing communication for the deaf and those with hearing deficiencies by implementing an innovative text phone system in their control centers. This system, developed by Damavo UK, eliminates the need...
Curated Video
Sky House: A New Approach to High Rise Living in London's Docklands
Sky House is a new concept in high-rise living, designed to address London's affordable housing shortage while avoiding the pitfalls of previous tower block designs. Combining housing with shops, health clubs, and gardens, Sky House...
Curated Video
Unveiling Hidden Treasures: Exploring the Natural History Museum's Behind-the-Scenes Collections
The Natural History Museum in London has opened its doors to the public, giving them a unique opportunity to view previously unseen specimens. The museum's new initiative allows visitors to explore the valuable behind-the-scenes...
Curated Video
The Power of Solar: A Sustainable Solution for the Future
This video discusses the potential of solar power as a clean and renewable energy source. It highlights the efforts of the UK government to encourage homeowners to adopt solar power through grants and subsidies. The video also explores...
Curated Video
Revealing the Face of Tutankhamun: Digital Reconstruction Unveils the Boy Pharaoh
Experience the incredible journey of reconstructing the face of Tutankhamun, the boy pharaoh, using cutting-edge digital technology. For the first time in history, scientists have created a three-dimensional map of Tutankhamun's skull...
Curated Video
London's First Ice Wall: A Thrilling Alpine Climbing Experience
Experience the thrill of Alpine mountaineering in the heart of London at Ellis Brigham Outdoor adventure store. Step into our towering chamber, where a 9m high wall of ice awaits, complete with frozen overhangs and snow. Whether you're a...
Curated Video
Boeing and Kinetic Announce Groundbreaking Aviation Innovations
Boeing and Kinetic have announced a groundbreaking partnership to revolutionize the aviation industry. With a $50 million investment in Kinetic's wind tunnel testing complex, they aim to develop pioneering technologies such as a...
Curated Video
London Launches New Fuel Cell Bus: A Cleaner and Smoother Ride for Public Transport
The new fuel cell bus launched in London is a game-changer in public transport. Powered by hydrogen-based fuel, it emits only water vapor as exhaust, making it environmentally friendly for urban areas. With its smooth ride and...
Curated Video
Design for Schools: Empowering Students to Improve School Safety and Design
The Design for Schools project in Britain allows primary and secondary school children to collaborate with top architects to improve the layout and design of their schools. By creating the brief and taking responsibility for the entire...
Curated Video
Britain's Fastest Rail Passenger Service Reduces London to Paris Journey Times
Experience the fastest-ever rail passenger service between France and the UK with the Channel Tunnel Rail Link. This revolutionary track allows trains to reach speeds of up to 300 kilometers per hour, reducing journey times by up to 20...
Curated Video
London's Lord Mayor Launches Campaign to Increase Recycling Rates
In this video, the Lord Mayor of London launches a campaign to encourage more people to recycle their rubbish. With landfill sites filling up quickly, it is crucial to find new ways to dispose of waste in an environmentally friendly...
Curated Video
Web-based Information Kiosks: Enhancing Visitor Experience in London
Introducing web-based information kiosks in London, offering a range of services from theatre tickets to hotel bookings. With over 500 terminals already operational and plans to expand nationwide, these kiosks provide localized...
Curated Video
The Scavenger or the Predator: Debunking the Myth of Tyrannosaurus Rex
Discover the truth about Tyrannosaurus Rex at London's Natural History Museum. This groundbreaking exhibition challenges the popular belief that T Rex was a fearsome predator, presenting evidence that suggests it was a scavenger. With a...
Curated Video
Unveiling the Secrets: Ancient Roman Canister Reveals Intact Contents After 2000 Years
Archaeologists uncover an ancient tin canister, crafted by Roman metalworkers 2000 years ago, near a temple complex in Southwark. Inside the sealed artifact, they find a mysterious ointment with a distinctive smell and surviving...
Curated Video
Channel Tunnel Eurostar Sets New UK Rail Speed Record
The Channel Tunnel Eurostar train has set a new UK rail speed record, reaching a top speed of 335 kilometers per hour during a test run. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the development of a £1.9 billion rail link that...
Curated Video
Wi-Fi: The Battle Between Free Access and Profit
This video explores the growing popularity of Wi-Fi and the contrasting views on its usage. It highlights the divide between big businesses trying to profit from Wi-Fi and individuals advocating for free access and sharing. It also...
The Guardian
Social Media Advocacy Spurs Political Change for Social Housing
Kwajo Tweneboa has been relentless advocacy on behalf of social housing residents. The work is emotionally taxing and he and other activists face huge challenges in addressing the problems. Recently, however, his social media activism...
Financial Times
Lab-grown meat: the future of food?
Being promoted as a sustainable protein of the future, but can enough lab-grown meat be made to feed the world? The FT's Emiko Terazono and Mercedes Ruehl investigate the progress so far.
Financial Times
Hong Kong's future as Asia's financial centre
FT Film - The city's reputation as Asia's top international financial centre has been shaken by three years of protests, a political crackdown and a zero-Covid policy. The FT's Asia financial correspondent Tabby Kinder examines whether...