Five Thousand Years
How Accurate is Fan Bingbing’s Costume Compared to Real History
Chinese costume drama 'The Empress of China' was a huge commercial success. Fan Bingbing portrayed Wu Zetian, the only female emperor in Chinese history. This drama used extravagant and revealing costumes to attract viewers, but they are...
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Three Kingdoms
Three Kingdoms - Ancient China making Game of Thrones look like a Dr Seuss book
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China, The Grottoes of the Bingling Temple
The Grottoes of the Bingling Temple are 50 kilometres to the southwest of Yongjing County, Gansu Province, and are located in Jishi Mountain at the northern bank of the Yellow River, Known as the mother river by all the Chinese people,...
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Hatshepsut part 3: The Exploration of Punt and Her Building Projects
Learn how Hatshepsut used exploration and building projects to establish her rule. Discover how her dangerous expedition to Punt brought back fragrant incense, expensive ebony wood, and flowers from exotic rainforests, cementing her...
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Hatshepsut part 5: The Mysterious Death and Memory of Hatshepsut
This video covers Hatshepsut's death, which is shrouded in mystery, from her means of death to the erasure of her memory by subsequent pharaohs. Her mummy, possibly identified, shows signs of using a carcinogenic skin lotion that may...
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Hatshepsut part 2: From Regent to Female Pharoah
This video explores Hatshepsut's journey from being the Regent of a young king to becoming a female pharaoh in ancient Egypt. Despite living in a patriarchal society, Hatshepsut used careful steps to change how her image was perceived,...
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Hatshepsut part 1: The Rise of a Female Pharaoh of Egypt
Learn about the life of Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for 22 years during the 15th century BCE. This video covers her childhood, including her education and grooming for the role of a God's wife. It also includes her becoming Regent when...
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Hatshepsut part 4: The Female Pharoah Who Wore Men's Clothing
This video explores how she embodied both male and female attributes, wearing traditional men's clothing and even a false beard to symbolize her power. Despite being a woman, Hatshepsut was a fierce leader, engaging in military campaigns...
Five Thousand Years
Disney Mulan’s Makeup Explained: Traditional Chinese Makeup
What is the marking on Mulan’s forehead? Does it mean anything? Is it accurate to history? I'm wearing Tang Dynasty style hanfu Qixiong Ruqun. Hanfu, meaning Han Chinese Clothing, or as I'd like to call it Han Couture, is what ancient...
Five Thousand Years
Dos and Don'ts of Chinese Etiquette Things You Should NEVER Do According to Chinese Tradition!
I grew up with many etiquette rules in my family, and I definitely think these rules helped shape me into a better version of myself. So today I’m going to share some of these with you, from posture, Chinese table manners, chopstick...
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Total War, The Three Kingdoms of China: A historians perspective of the game
Are there any historians on the development team? How long does the warring period last for and roughly what was the result? Total War, The Three Kingdoms of China, Part 4
Encyclopaedia Britannica
The Russian Revolution Explained in 3 Questions
Learn about the Russian Revolution of 1917 by considering its causes, the royal family, and Bolshevik control.
Hip Hughes History
Ancient Egypt Explained: The Old Kingdom
A lecture designed for kids in school, teachers flipping their classes and the cray cray on the internets.
Hip Hughes History
Ancient Chinese Civilization Explained
A basic overview of the beginnings of Chinese Civilization.
Two Minute Music Theory
Music in Ancient Egypt
An overview at the music of the dynastic period of Egypt
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Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, taken by Lakers with 55th pick in NBA draft
It was the dream that LeBron James first floated a few years ago: the notion of playing in the NBA alongside one of his sons. And it’s a step closer to reality now after the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Bronny James with the 55th pick in...
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'Curse of the Golden Flower' Premiere
Zhang Yimou/ Director Mr Yimou (with translator) discusses why he thinks the film translates to American and international audiences He talks about the extravagance of the sets and how they're evocative of the majesty of the Tang dynasty...
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CLEAN : Estate sues Nahmad gallery to return Modigliani painting
CLEAN : Estate sues Nahmad gallery to return Modigliani painting
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Crazy Heart Interview
INTERVIEW: Jeff Bridges on how coming from an acting dynasty made acting the path of least resistance, but it's still not easy. at the Crazy Heart Interview at London England. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
Sky News
Chinese vase sells for a record £43 Million
Chinese vase sells for a record £43 Million
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Quantum of Solace World Premiere
INTERVIEW: Oona Chaplin On being from a great acting dynasty, and on how this Bond is her favourite Bond film (and shows off her dress) at the Quantum of Solace World Premiere at London . (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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Dr. Sun Yat-sen leads a revolution overthrowing the Manchu dynasty in China.
Dr. Sun Yat-sen leads a revolution overthrowing the Manchu dynasty in China.
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VOICED: Collectors bringing Chinese antiquities home
VOICED: Collectors bringing Chinese antiquities home