Curated Video
The Origins and Traditions of the Olympic Games
A brief overview of the origins and traditions of the Olympic Games, from its roots in ancient Greek mythology to its revival in the modern era. Explore the significance of key elements such as the Olympic flag representing the five...
PBS
How Greek Mythology Inspires Us (feat. Lindsay Ellis) | PBS Digital Studios
This video provides a fascinating exploration of the enduring influence of Greek mythology on modern literature and culture, tracing its evolution from ancient times to contemporary retellings. Delving into well-known myths and...
Science ABC
Can We Harness Electricity From Lightning?
It is very difficult to harness power from lightning power because of its volatile nature, sporadic appearance and uneven geographical distribution. Lightning is one of the incredible forces of nature. A single bolt of it carries a few...
60 Second Histories
Ancient Greek gods
A priestess describes the Olympians; the Ancient Greek gods like Zeus, Apollo, Artemis and Poseidon.
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Ovid's Metamorphoses: A Collection of Roman Myths Everyone Must Read! - (Roman/Greek Mythology)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores five tales from Ovid's Metamorphoses.
Professor Dave Explains
Jupiter: King of the Planets
If you're in the market for a planet and size is your top priority, there's only one game in town, and that's Jupiter. Jupiter is significantly larger than all the other seven planets combined. The Romans didn't know how big it was when...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Worst Punishments of Greek Mythology - Mortal Edition (Greek Mythology Explained)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the most shocking punishments dished out by the gods & godesses of Greek mythology
60 Second Histories
Olympic Games - how they started
This short video explores how and when the Olympic games started and discusses the other games that were also held at the time
60 Second Histories
Olympic Games - the athletes
This short video looks at who competed in the Olympics, how they trained and competed and the prize they could expect as a champion
Wonderscape
Ancient Greece: The Birthplace of Modern Society
This video provides an overview of the ancient Greek civilization, highlighting its influence on modern society. It covers topics such as city-states, Greek gods and goddesses, ancient Greek scholars, and the origins of the Olympic...
Curated Video
Puppies and paramedics: Lanark County first responders welcome service dog trainees
New ReviewThe Lanark County Paramedic Service now plays a role in training service dogs to support Canadian veterans and first responders.
Curated Video
Graffiti artist takes over Paris château
A French street artist has been given carte blanche to show his work at the Château de Vincennes, on the edge of Paris. Entitled ‘Noir Eclair’ (‘Black Lightning’) it includes installations, graffiti, videos paintings, sculptures and...
Curated Video
Police seek home for abandoned dog found tied to pole in Cranford
Police say Zeus was found Thursday on Lexington Avenue near Unami Park.
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Agrigento, Byzantine arcosolium burial chambers
Agrigento, Byzantine arcosolium burial chambers
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Agrigento, caves behaind the temple Castor and Pollux
Agrigento, caves behaind the temple Castor and Pollux
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WS View of Athens ruins of famous Temple of Zeus pillars and historical monument landmark with tourist / Athens, Greece
WS View of Athens ruins of famous Temple of Zeus pillars and historical monument landmark with tourist / Athens, Greece
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Temple of Olympian Zeus (Athens)
The Temple of Olympian Zeus (Greek: Îαός του Ολυμπίου Διός or Naos tou Olimpiou Dios), also known as the Olympieion, is a colossal ruined temple in the centre of the Greek capital Athens that was dedicated to Zeus,...
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Agrigento, view of the temple of Castor and Pollux, in the center of sanctuary dedicated to the Cathonic Divinities
Agrigento, view of the temple of Castor and Pollux, in the center of sanctuary dedicated to the Cathonic Divinities
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Agrigento, a capital emerging from the striking ruins of the temple of Olympian Zeus
Agrigento, a capital emerging from the striking ruins of the temple of Olympian Zeus
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Agrigento, in the foreground a circular altar of the sanctuary of the Cathonic Divinities, in the background the temple of Castor and Pollux
Agrigento, in the foreground a circular altar of the sanctuary of the Cathonic Divinities, in the background the temple of Castor and Pollux
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Agrigento, the tomb of Theron, Roman period, near the ancient Porta Aurea
Agrigento, the tomb of Theron, Roman period, near the ancient Porta Aurea
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Agrigento, one of the colosal telamones that adorned the temple of Olympian Zeus
Agrigento, one of the colosal telamones that adorned the temple of Olympian Zeus