Countries like China, the US, and Russia are setting their sights on the Moon. But is it purely for the advancement of mankind, or is there profit to be found? Mining for Helium-3, metals and rare-earths on the Moon might be closer than...

How is this powerful and controversial energy source produced? Do the advantages outweigh the dangers of nuclear power? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Nuclear power is created using uranium, and small amounts can...

Fold mountains provide a challenge for humans in many ways. What are the uses of this terrain around the world? And how do these effect the environment of fold mountain ranges? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The impressive...

Discover the dangers faced by workers in Madagascar's illegal sapphire mines. And why inequalities in the global trade of the gems mean others profit most from the miners' work... Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points....

The Amazon rainforest is being cut down for resources and land at a rapid rate. Learn how alternative farming methods, incentives to cut carbon emissions and protected reserves are helping to conserve the rainforest from further harm....

The Mojave desert in the USA and the Thar Desert of India have very different uses. How do humans manage these environments? And what effect does the economic status of the country have on their development? Earth Science - Human Impacts...

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Learn more about the gold strike in California and the gold rush that followed. Learn about the prospectors ("49ers") who traveled to California from all over the world to try and strike it rich.

Discover how the California Gold Rush faded as the gold dried up and mining became industrialized. Learn about the rise of hydraulic mining, the environmental damage it caused, and the shift from dreams of riches to harsh labor. See...

Follow the story of the California Gold Rush, from James Marshall's discovery to the mass migration of hopeful miners known as the Forty-Niners. Learn how the promise of quick riches drew people from around the world, transforming...

Explore the devastating human toll of cobalt mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Learn about the exploitation of women and children in artisanal mines, the struggles with child labor, and the impact of violence and...

This video discusses the global issue of deforestation, highlighting alarming statistics such as the loss of over 300 trees by the end of the video and deforestation happening at the rate of half a football pitch every second. The...

Explore how human activities like extraction, climate change, mass extinction, and environmental injustice impact the planet. Learn about the devastating effects of mining, fossil fuel consumption, and habitat destruction, and discover...

Explore the Anthropocene Epoch, a proposed geological epoch highlighting the significant impact humans have had on Earth's ecosystems and climate. From vast landfills in Kenya to lithium mines in Chile's Atacama Desert, and the warming...

Get answers to your questions about cryptocurrencies and NFTs, including how they function, their decentralization, and the environmental impact. Learn about blockchain, mining, and the origins of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin....

This video highlights the positive effects of ecotourism, as well as how the Feynan Ecolodge benefits the local community through employment, training, and sustainable tourism practices.<b<br/>r/>

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Queenstown was thrown into economic upheaval with the Mount Lyell mine unexpectedly and indefinitely closed. Hear from a resident who emphasizes the need for locals to come together, to share their ideas for the future and support each...

The closure of the Mount Lyell mine in Queenstown, Tasmania left hundreds without jobs and spurred people to leave in search of employment. In the midst of thies stress and uncertainty, organizers of the Queenstown Heritage and Arts...

The Queenstown football team lost multiple members to fatal accidents at Mount Lyell mine. Despite the tough circumstances, the players finding solace and camaraderie in the football community. The club becomes a vital outlet for the...

Queenstown's Mount Lyell copper mine temporarily shuttered after multiple fatal accidents. The closure and resulting incertainty left hundreds of men without work and some contemplating leaving the mining town. In this video, residents...

Queenstown residents process the announcement that the Mount Lyell copper mine is being placed on care and maintenance, leading to the immediate redundancy of 200 employees. There is widespread shock and disappointment among the workers...

A member of the Queenstown community talks about the history and culture of the town and shares his hopes for the future. He and others are planning a town gala, which they hope will lift people's spirits as they struggle with...

Clara Brown made history as a founding settler of Central City Colorado. After gaining her freedom from slavery, she became a philanthropic force for good.