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TED-ED: Population pyramids: Powerful predictors of the future - Kim Preshoff
Population statistics are like crystal balls -- when examined closely, they can help predict a country's future (and give important clues about the past). Kim Preshoff explains how using a visual tool called a population pyramid helps...
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Alaska: Why America's Largest State Is Also Its Most Important
Alaska is a truly huge state that the United States acquired from Russia for basically peanuts. But Alaska isn't just very large, it's also become an incredibly important state for the U.S. in terms of national security for today and...
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Exploring the International Space Station: A Journey Beyond Earth
This video provides an overview of the International Space Station (ISS) and the collaborative efforts of countries to explore space. It highlights the sacrifices and dedication of the astronauts who live and work on the ISS, as well as...
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Saint Petersburg: Peter the Great and the Hermitage Museum
Discovering Saint Petersburg, Russia:Next, we journey to Saint Petersburg, the historic capital of Russia. Explore the grandeur of the Hermitage Museum, home to one of the world's largest art collections, boasting nearly three million...
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Musical Journey Through Time: Classical Composers and Their Influence
In this video, Nova takes kids on an adventure through the history of classical music, introducing them to famous composers like Mozart, Bach, and Tchaikovsky. The video explores how these composers revolutionized music and paved the way...
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Landmarks - Ukranian Churchill
UKRAINIAN CHURCHILL IT IS LEGEND THAT AS BRITAIN STOOD ALONE IN THE DARKEST DAYS OF WORLD WAR 2, IT WAS CHURCHILL’S STEELY DEMEANOR AND DETERMINATION THAT WAS A MAJOR FACTOR IN THE COUNTRY STANDING FIRM AGAINST OVERWHELMING ODDS. NOW HIS...
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Threat to Endangered Western Grey Whales: The Sacklin Energy Pipeline Project
This video discusses the endangered status of Western grey whales, specifically focusing on their feeding ground near Sackland Island in Russia's Far East. It highlights the concerns raised by environmental groups about the potential...
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I WONDER - How Big Is Russia?
This video is answering the question of how big is Russia.
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Who Would Be Tsar of Russia Today? | Romanov Family Tree
Who Would Be Tsar of Russia Today? | Romanov Family Tree
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The Power of Forgiveness
In this video, Munchie the Moose shares a heartwarming story about forgiveness. Through the tale of Daria and Kalia, viewers learn the importance of accepting apologies, letting go of anger, and giving second chances. Munchie reminds us...
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Only In Russia 13 - Strength and Contortion
Strength and Contortion:Displaying feats of strength, one man lifts weights by setting hooks into his flesh, while another contorts his body in various directions.
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Why So Many Countries Claim Antarctica But Can’t Do Anything With It
Antarctica is not like every other continent. Aside from its extreme cold and vast ice sheet, it's also the only major piece of land that has never had a human settlement rise up on it. And because of this, as it was explored in the...
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Landmarks - Amber Room
AMBER ROOM WHAT YOU ARE VIEWING IS THE RECONSTRUCTION OF A DREAM, THE AMBER ROOM IN CATHERINE’S PALACE IN ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. THE ORIGINAL ROOM MAY BE LOST FOREVER BUT THROUGH THE JOINT EFFORTS OF TWO FORMER VICIOUS ADVERSARIES,...
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Landmarks - Moscow
MOSCOW MOSCOW HAS MANY FAMOUS LANDMARKS;RED SQUARE AND ST BASILS JUST TO NAME TWO. THEN THERE IS THE CITY'S INCREDIBLE HISTORY; REVOLUTION, WAR AND REFORM, ALL WITHIN THE PAST CENTURY. BUT MODERN MUSCOVITES ARE WRITING THEIR OWN HISTORY...
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Landmarks - Faberge Egg Exhibition
FABERGE EGG EXHIBITION FABERGE EGGS WERE ORIGINALLY THE CREATION OF RUSSIAN JEWELLER CARL FABERG WHO TOOK OVER HIS FATHER S ST. PETERSBURG GOLDSMITH BUSINESS IN 1870. IN 1885 HE WAS APPOINTED THE SUPPLIER TO THE COURT OF HIS IMPERIAL...
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Landmarks - Red Square
RED SQUARE FOR MOST OF THE 20TH CENTURY, MILITARY PARADES SUCH AS THIS ONE IN MOSCOW S RED SQUARE WERE A FAMILIAR SIGHT TO VIEWERS AROUND THE WORLD. THEY WERE A REGULAR PROPAGANDA EXERCISE DURING THE SOVIET ERA. NOW, LIKE THE SOVIET...
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Experimental Solar Sail Spacecraft to Launch Next Year
The Science Foundation is launching the Cosmos One spacecraft, an experimental solar sail spacecraft that will use the pressure of sunlight for propulsion. This innovative technology, predicted by Albert Einstein, allows for the creation...
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Only In Russia 12 - Prisoners Fashion Show
Prisoners Fashion Show:Collaborating with a top name in fashion, a prison department stages a fashion show, showcasing creativity and skill among inmates.
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Only In Russia 7 - Scaling Santa's Rounds
Scaling Santa's Rounds:Despite the scarcity of chimney chutes in the Russian capital, St. Nicholas finds creative ways to make his rounds, spreading holiday cheer.
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Only In Russia 18 - Sand Skiing Extravaganza
Sand Skiing Extravaganza:Some Russians embrace an unconventional summer activity keeping their winter skis on and taking on the extreme sport of sand skiing.
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Only In Russia 16 - Tram Pulling Feat
Tram Pulling Feat:A 14-year-old pulls a 35-tonne tram car using only his hair, securing a place in the local records book for this extraordinary feat.
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Only In Russia 15 - Keyboard Hurlers Competition
Keyboard Hurlers Competition:Over 100 participants, ranging from sportsmen to IT engineers, compete in the Keyboard Hurlers competition for minor fame and electronic gadget prizes.
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Only In Russia 14 - Gargantuan Cake Creation
Gargantuan Cake Creation:A colossal 144-meter-long cake, weighing over 4 tonnes, takes three weeks to make and includes 21,846 eggs and 1,074 kilograms of sugar.
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Only In Russia 11 - Cosmonaut Record Holder
Cosmonaut Record Holder:A Russian cosmonaut sets a record for spending over 800 days in space during a remarkable 20-year career.