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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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Why The Vast Majority Of All Chileans Live Near Its Capital
Chile is the world's longest and narrowest country. And squished in between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes mountain range is 19.5 million people. But despite being a large (if skinny) country, the vast majority of Chileans live within...
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Why The United States Is SO MUCH LARGER Today Than It Was In 2023
As of January 2024, the United States grew by about 400,000 square miles of territory or larger than the state of Texas. This was done under a little known United Nations policy called the Extended Continental Shelf. So why has the...
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The Economic Cost of Longevity: Challenges and Strategies for Governments
This video discusses the economic implications of increasing longevity and the challenges it poses for governments and economies. It explores the need for healthcare, senior care facilities, and pension benefits for an aging population,...
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Test your World Knowledge with this Quiz!
What country is it? Test your world knowledge with this countries of the world quiz. Try to guess the 10 countries in this video. Each country has video clips and audio facts. You will learn about: what continent the country is in,...
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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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I WONDER - How Big Is Canada?
This video is answering the question of how big is Canada.
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Geographic History of France: How France Acquired The Land It Owns Today
Welcome to a new series where we'll be exploring the geographic history of various countries. Today we kick it off with France! Beginning in 481, this video will walk you through the years and decades to see how France expanded,...
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Exploring the World of Hymenopterans: Ants, Wasps, and Bees
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of hymenopterans, which include ants, wasps, and bees. We learn about their diverse species, their organizational structure within colonies, and their unique characteristics and behaviors....
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I WONDER - How Big Is The United States?
This video is answering the question of how big is the United States.
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I WONDER - How Big Is China?
This video is answering the question of how big is China.
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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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Why MOST Of Japan's Population Live In Just Three Cities: Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya
Japan is a fascinating country for a lot of reasons. But chief among them is the fact that well over half the population live in just three metropolitan areas: Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya. And for a country that is both larger in population...
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Why Haiti Is So Dangerous And The Dominican Republic Is Thriving
Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Two countries that share an island, and little else. Because while Haiti has been making international headlines of late surrounding its current anarchy, the Dominican Republic is an otherwise pretty...
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Polynesia is SINKING: Why Climate Change Will Make These Countries Extinct
Polynesia and the South Pacific island countries are incredibly beautiful. And these islands are often thought of first when travelers begin yearning for a tropical holiday. Unfortunately, these very same islands are also facing an...
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The Intense Rivalry: Mexico vs. United States in Football
This video explores the historic rivalry between Mexico and the United States in the sport of football (soccer). It highlights Mexico's dominance over the United States for many years, with Mexico often emerging as the victor in their...
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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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The A1 Grand Prix: Unveiling the World Cup of Motorsport
The A1 Grand Prix is a groundbreaking motorsport event that pits countries against each other in high-performance races. With identical cars specially built by Lola International, drivers from around the world will compete on an equal...
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Landmarks - Antarctica
ANTARCTICA ANTARTICA IS A STOREHOUSE OF EARTH HISTORY AND CONTAINS MANY CLUES ABOUT ITS POSSIBLE FUTURE. STUDYING SECTIONS OF ICE CORE GOING BACK 800,000 YEARS, SCIENTISTS AT THE BRITISH ANTARCTIC SURVEY HAVE COME TO SOME STARK...
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Landmarks - Petronas Tower
PETRONAS TOWERS WELCOME TO THE PETRONAS TWIN TOWERS IN MALAYSIA. IT S A NATIONAL ICON WHICH PEOPLE JUST CAN T LEAVE ALONE. SOME WANT TO RACE UP IT. OTHERS SEE IT AS A LEISURELY STROLL. IT S 1483 FEET OR 452 METRES FROM THE FOOTPATH TO...
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The Future of Robotics: Exploring the Innovations at Robo Games
The video highlights the Robo Games event held in San Francisco, showcasing various robot competitions and innovations. It emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration among different teams and countries in advancing the...
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The Impact of Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol: A Call for Action
This video highlights the impact of climate change on vulnerable Pacific nations like Kiribati and the melting permafrost in Siberia. It discusses the importance of the Kyoto Protocol, an international agreement aimed at reducing...
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The Future of Football in the United States and South Africa
This video discusses the popularity of soccer in the United States and the potential for it to become one of the dominant sports in the country. It also explores the efforts to promote soccer through the Major League Soccer competition...