Crash Course
World War I Battlefields: Crash Course European History
Europe's system of alliances and centuries-old tensions erupted into war in August of 1914. This week on Crash Course Euro, we're talking about the military history of World War I, and taking a look at the broad strokes of how the war...
Crash Course
English Civil War: Crash Course European History
The English Civil War. We'll talk about England after Elizabeth, in which things didn't go that smoothly. We'll talk about James I, Charles I, Oliver Cromwell, Charles II, and James II, all of whom ruled England, (and tried to rule all...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Is there any truth to the King Arthur legends? - Alan Lupack
King Arthur has risen again and again in our collective imagination, along with his retinue of knights, Guinevere, the Round Table, Camelot, and of course Excalibur. But where do these stories come from, and is there any truth to them?...
TED Talks
TED: Why democracy matters | Rory Stewart
The public is losing faith in democracy, says British MP Rory Stewart. Iraq and Afghanistan’s new democracies are deeply corrupt; meanwhile, 84 percent of people in Britain say politics is broken. In this important talk, Stewart sounds a...
Curated Video
Decolonization and Nationalism Triumphant: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about the post-World War II breakup of most of the European empires. As you'll remember from previous installments of Crash Course, Europeans spent several centuries sailing around the world creating...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The story behind the Boston Tea Party - Ben Labaree
In 1776, American colonists were taxed heavily for importing tea from Britain. The colonists, not fans of "taxation without representation", reacted by dumping tea into the Boston Harbor, a night now known as the Boston Tea Party. Ben...
Curated Video
Tea, Taxes, and The American Revolution: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about the American Revolution and the American Revolutionary War, which it turns out were two different things. John goes over the issues and events that precipitated rebellion in Britain's American...
Curated Video
Developing Understanding
Seven acclaimed researchers, including a Nobel Laureate, provide real-world examples of the relevance of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler relates a series of expert insights on the...
Curated Video
New Meteorological Satellite Set to Improve Weather Forecasting Accuracy
The video describes the launch of a new meteorological satellite, Met OPS, which is set to bring improved weather forecasting to Britain. With advanced instruments and sensors, the satellite will provide higher resolution images and...
Curated Video
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...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Hadrian's Wall
HADRIAN S WALL HADRIAN'S WALL IS ONE OF ENGLAND'S MOST STUNNING AND MEMORABLE MONUMENTS. IT WAS BUILT IN AD 122 TO SEPARATE THE ROMANS FROM THE BARBARIANS. THE WORLD HERITAGE SITE TAKES IN SOME OF THE MOST RUGGED MOORLAND AND RUNS...
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Landmarks - Blenheim Palace
BLENHEIM PALACE BLENHEIM PALACE, NEAR OXFORD, IS SITED ON OVER TWO THOUSAND ACRES OF STATELY GARDENS. FOR NEARLY 300 YEARS IT HAS BEEN ONE OF BRITAIN S GRANDEST HOMES. BUT WITH THE COSTS OF MAINTAINANCE RUNNING INTO MILLIONS OF POUNDS A...
Curated Video
Advancements in Wind Energy Technology and the Push for Renewable Energy
This video highlights a recent international conference in London focused on promoting wind energy. Manufacturers showcased the latest in renewable energy technology, with the British Government co-organizing the event to encourage the...
Curated Video
Blade Runner: Chasing the Fastest Circumnavigation of Britain
"Blade Runner is a revolutionary powerboat designed to break the record for the fastest circumnavigation of Britain. With its unique design, including twin tunnels under the hull, it combines aerodynamics and hydrodynamics for increased...
Curated Video
Debate Over Wind Farms: Balancing Renewable Energy and Environmental Concerns
This video discusses the growing presence of wind turbines in Britain and the debate surrounding their impact. While some view them as a blight and noisy, supporters argue that they are necessary for meeting the country's renewable...
Curated Video
Royal Navy Deploys Advanced Sonar System to Counter Stealth Submarines
The Royal Navy is deploying a cutting-edge sonar system, the 2087, to identify stealth submarines that pose a threat to Britain's shores. This system uses tethered pods dropped into the sea, relaying crucial information to the ship and...
Curated Video
Brunanburh, 937 ⚔ Forgotten battle that made England
Brunanburh, 937 ⚔ Forgotten battle that made England
Curated Video
Advancements in Cancer Treatment: Targeting Cancer Cells and Improving Survival Rates
This video discusses the significant improvement in survival rates for children with cancer, from less than 20% in the 1970s to over 70% today. However, it also highlights the severe side effects caused by chemotherapy. The video...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Westminster Abbey
WESTMINSTER ABBEY FOR CENTURIES WESTMINSTER ABBEY HAS BEEN AT THE HEART OF POLITICAL AND RELIGIOUS LIFE IN BRITAIN. IT WAS HOME TO PARLIAMENT DURING THE 14TH CENTURY AND HAS SEEN THE CORONATION OF EVERY MONARCH WITH THE EXCEPTION OF TWO.
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Landmarks - Royal Festival Hall
ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL AFTER TWO YEARS OF REFURBISHMENT, ONE OF LONDON S CULTURAL AND ARCHITECTURAL ICONS, THE ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL HAS FINALLY RE-OPENED. THE ARTS COMPLEX ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE THAMES WAS CONSTRUCTED AS PART OF THE...
Curated Video
Landmarks - London Eye
LONDON EYE THE SKYLINE IS MARKED BY LONDON'S NEWEST DRAWCARD. THE MILLENNIUM WHEEL OPENED IN MARCH 2000 TO SUPPORT AND SCEPTICISM. BUT IT ONLY TOOK A FEW MONTHS FOR THE LONDON EYE, AS IT S AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN, TO BECOME BRITAIN S TOP...
Curated Video
Robo Sapien: The Celebrity Robot Taking the Toy World by Storm
Robo Sapien is a popular celebrity robot in the techno toy world. Despite being a bit clumsy, this remote-controlled robot has taken the market by storm, selling 1.5 million units worldwide in just six months. With programmable reactions...
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Introducing Watch Keeper: Britain's New Surveillance Drone for Battlefield Commanders
Watch Keeper is a cutting-edge pilotless drone developed by Britain's military. With its remote control aerial view capabilities, it provides commanders with crucial surveillance information on the battlefield. Unlike other drones, Watch...