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The Gutenburg Bible to a VW Beetle: How Brits see Germany
LEAD IN:Germans are getting the opportunity to see centuries of their own history, but it's being served up from a British point of view."The British View: Germany - Memories of a Nation," is based on an exhibit which opened in London...
TED Talks
LaToya Ruby Frazier: A visual history of inequality in industrial America
For the last 12 years, LaToya Ruby Frazier has photographed friends, neighbors and family in Braddock, Pennsylvania. But though the steel town has lately been hailed as a posterchild of "rustbelt revitalization," Frazier's pictures tell...
TED Talks
Margaret Wertheim: The beautiful math of coral
Margaret Wertheim leads a project to re-create the creatures of the coral reefs using a crochet technique invented by a mathematician -- celebrating the amazements of the reef, and deep-diving into the hyperbolic geometry underlying...
TED Talks
TED: Adventures of an interplanetary architect | Xavier De Kestelier
How will we live elsewhere in the galaxy? On earth, natural resources for creating structures are abundant, but sending these materials up with us to the Moon or Mars is clunky and cost-prohibitive. enter architect Xavier De Kestelier,...
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TED: What happens when a city runs out of room for its dead | Alison Killing
If you want to go out and start your own cemetery in the uK, says Alison Killing, "you kind of can." She thinks a lot about where we die and are buried -- and in this talk, the architect and TED Fellow offers an eye-opening economic and...
TED Talks
Eva Zeisel: The playful search for beauty
The ceramics designer Eva Zeisel looks back on a 75-year career. What keeps her work as fresh today (her latest line debuted in 2008) as in 1926? Her sense of play and beauty, and her drive for adventure. Listen for stories from a rich,...
TED Talks
Alison Killing: There’s a better way to die, and architecture can help
In this short, provocative talk, architect Alison Killing looks at buildings where death and dying happen -- cemeteries, hospitals, homes. The way we die is changing, and the way we build for dying ... well, maybe that should too. It's a...
TED Talks
Mundano: Trash cart superheroes
In Brazil, "catadores" collect junk and recyclables. But while they provide a vital service that benefits all, they are nearly invisible as they roam the streets. Enter graffiti artist Mundano, a TED Fellow. In a spirited talk, he...
PBS
Native American imagery is everywhere but understanding lags behind
Native imagery is embedded in the national subconscious, whether we're paying attention or not. A new exhibit at the National Museum of the American Indian is titled simply "Americans" and shows how all aspects of life have been touched...
TED Talks
Thelma Golden: How art gives shape to cultural change
Thelma Golden, curator at the Studio Museum in Harlem, talks through three recent shows that explore how art examines and redefines culture. The "post-black" artists she works with are using their art to provoke a new dialogue about race...
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Discovering the Secrets of Teotihuacan: Inside the Pyramid of the Moon
Step into the ancient world of Teotihuacan's Pyramid of the Moon through the National Museum of Anthropology's captivating exhibition. Discover over 1000 remarkable artifacts unearthed from four tombs, offering a glimpse into the...
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Only In France 12 - Iceberg in the Street
Iceberg in the Street:A novel marketing initiative brings an iceberg to the streets of downtown Paris.
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Exploring the Future of Energy: London Science Museum's New Gallery
The London Science Museum has opened a groundbreaking new gallery dedicated to exploring the social and environmental impact of energy production and distribution. This interactive exhibition serves as an energy playground for young...
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Landmarks - Sensory Hotel
SENSORY HOTEL WELCOME TO THE FIVE SENSES HOTEL. IT WAS A MODEL FOR A HOTEL PUT ON SHOW AT A LONDON EXHIBITION. THE FUTURISTIC DISPLAY CONSISTED OF A SERIES OF ROOMS WHICH DREW ON THE FIVE SENSES TO PRODUCE ENVIRONMENT VISITORS JUST...
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Science of Sport Exhibition Opens at London Science Museum
The Science of Sport exhibition at London Science Museum explores the technology and scientific advancements behind athletic performance. It features British Olympic heroes and offers visitors the opportunity to test their reflexes,...
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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 - Parthenon Colored Gods
PARTHENON COLORED GODS "GODS IN COLOUR" AT THE NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM OF ATHENS IS A DISPLAY OF 23 COPIES OF FAMOUS MARBLE STATUES AND SCULPTURES REPRODUCED IN THEIR TRUE FORM PAINTED IN DETAILED COLOURS OF BLUE, RED, GREEN AND...
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Art Bots: Where Creativity Meets Technology
Art Bots is a unique exhibition where robots take center stage, showcasing their ability to create art, make environmental statements, dance, and express themselves in the realm of modern art. With 43 artists and 20 exhibits from seven...
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Exploring the Future of Smart Homes: The E Home Exhibition in Berlin
The E Home exhibition in Berlin showcases the latest developments in household consumer electronics, demonstrating how wireless technology and smart home systems are revolutionizing home maintenance and automation. With the ability to...
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Future Creation Fair: Showcasing High-Tech Inventions and Innovations
The Future Creation Fair in Tokyo showcased the latest high-tech inventions, from fuel cells to cameras, giving a glimpse into the future. Toyota's Motor Triathlon race car, designed for three different racing environments, demonstrated...
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Only In Greece 11 - Glass Exhibition Spanning 12 Centuries
Glass Exhibition Spanning 12 Centuries:An exhibition of glassworks spanning 12 centuries illustrates the fine techniques of glassmaking and their influence on other regions and cultures.
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Only In Cuba 4 - Transformation of Antique Refrigerators in Cuba
Transformation of Antique Refrigerators in Cuba:In Cuba, 52 antique refrigerators from the 1950s are transformed into political and cultural statements, symbolizing a bygone era.
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Frank Lampard: A Journey Through International Football
This video highlights the international career of English footballer Frank Lampard. It covers his debut with the Under 20 team, his journey to playing in international tournaments, including Euro 2004 and the 2006 World Cup, and the...
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Landmarks - Temple Mount
TEMPLE MOUNT THE TEMPLE MOUNT, ALSO KNOWN AS THE NOBLE SANCTUARY , IS A RELIGIOUS SITE IN THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM. IT S THE HOLIEST SITE FOR JUDAISM, BUT ALSO HOLDS GREAT SIGNIFICANCE IN THE MUSLIM AND CHRISTIAN WORLD. TODAY BOTH...