Espresso Media
Sputnik: The Shocking Launch that Changed History
This video discusses the impact of the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, by the Soviet Union in 1957. It covers the panic it caused in the United States, the response of the American military, and the eventual launch of...
History Hit
George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey: The origins and reception of 1984
What were the origins of 1984? How much is 1984 about surveillance technology? What was the reception of 1984 at the time? George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey Part 2
Curated Video
Finland, Olavinlinna Castle
Olavinlinna castle, the fortress was founded by Erik Axelsson Tott in 1475, It is the northernmost medieval stone fortress still standing
Ancient Lights Media
Kyrgyzstan
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Kyrgyzstan.
Financial Times
China, Russia and the new space race
China and Russia have signed a deal to build a Moon base together as they seek to rival the US in orbit, on the Moon and beyond. The FT's global China editor James Kynge and Moscow bureau chief Henry Foy look at how their partnership...
Next Animation Studio
Possible ‘Havana Syndrome’ attack delays V.P. Harris’ flight
Havana Syndrome is a mysterious illness that many experts believe could only be caused by directed energy weapons that pulse invisible microwaves at targets.
Next Animation Studio
Piece of Russian debris almost vaporized Chinese satellite
A few years after creating a cloud of space debris by blowing up one of its satellites, Chinese officials are now calling for the U.N. to stop such behavior.
Soliloquy
Why is North Korea not part of South Korea?
Since the end of the Second World War the Korean peninsula has been split in two. South Korean is a westernised economic powerhouse exporting countless mobile phones while North Korea is one of the most isolated regimes on the planet,...
History Hit
How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry
Dan sat down with Simon Reid-Henry to discuss the evolution of Western democracy across the world from the early 1970s to present day. They talk about the broad decline of the centrist post-war politics over the past decades and the rise...
Ancient Lights Media
Finland
This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Finland.
Curated Video
Putin's games with the West
Russia's presidential election will see President Vladimir Putin hold onto power. Garry Kasparov, who attempted to run against him in 2008, examines the games Mr Putin is playing with the West
Espresso Media
Ariane 5: The History of Rocketry
Ariane 5 part 1/8: This video explores the development and history of rockets, focusing on the Ariane 5 launcher and its high-tech payload. It delves into the engineering and ballistic research behind rockets, highlighting the dangers...
The Economist
Top secret: Russian spies in America
Russia is accused of trying to influence the US election, which led to the Trump presidency. In a rare interview one of the Soviet Union's highest-ranking KGB spies talks about the long-standing practice of subverting Western democracy.
AllTime 10s
10 Wonders of The World You Won't Have Heard Of
We're all heard of the pyramids and the Taj Mahal. But there are loads of amazing world wonders that completely pass most of us by.
Ancient Lights Media
Kazakhstan
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Kazakhstan.
60 Second Histories
Mary Seacole; her travels
Part 3 of this series sees Mary explaining her decision to volunteer as a nurse in the Crimea.
Next Animation Studio
Explainer: Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov says he is in Ukraine
Ramzan Kadyrov has said on Telegram that he has joined Russian forces in Ukraine and claims to be heading toward ‘Nazis’ in Kyiv.
Weird History
Facts About Catherine the Great, the Lusty Lover and Iron-Fisted Ruler
Who was Catherine the Great? You definitely know the name but probably not the life of the fascinating woman behind it. In reality, the Russian empress truly earned her "The Great" epithet, though her achievements weren't necessarily...
Curated Video
The Rosenbergs: First Civilians Executed for Espionage
Ethel and Julius Rosenberg were the first US citizens to be convicted and executed for sharing government secrets during peacetime. Were they innocent?
Next Animation Studio
China and Russia researching atmosphere altering technology
China and Russia are testing technology that can manipulate areas of the atmosphere for potential military applications, reports the South China Morning Post.
The Wall Street Journal
What’s Next on Export Controls
The U.S. Commerce Department introduced its “most comprehensive” set of export controls on Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. This interview explores future controls and how the department coordinating with other efforts to...
The Wall Street Journal
Managing M&A Risk
Sullivan & Cromwell Partner Melissa Sawyer looks at how acquiring companies can understand and control the multiple risks arising from mergers & acquisitions.
Next Animation Studio
Russian debris cloud forces NASA to postpone spacewalk
A Russian missile test blew up a satellite, creating a cloud of space debris, and any piece of that cloud can puncture an astronaut’s suit or damage the International Space Station.
History Hit
The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: Superpowers of the seventh century
Who were the two great superpowers around this time? What happened around the year 600? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 4