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Embracing Enthusiasm: A Journey of Inspiration and Achievement
In this video, Mila the Meerkat shares her enthusiasm for her country, Angola, and teaches a valuable lesson about the power of enthusiasm. Through the story of Joao and his kite-flying adventure, viewers learn that enthusiasm can...
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Only In Japan 1 - Log Riding
Log Riding:Japanese log riders risk their lives in a rare and dangerous festival that showcases their skills and courage on rolling logs.
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Landmarks - The Polata Palace
THE POTALA PALACE SOME BUILDINGS HAVE SIGNIFICANCE BEYOND THEIR ARCHITECTURAL VALUE. THE POTALA PALACE IN THE TIBETAN CAPITAL OF LHASA IS ONE. THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE IS SITUATED AT A HEIGHT OF 12000 FT, NEARLY FOUR THOUSAND...
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Only In United Kingdom 13 - Cheese Rolling Tradition
Cheese Rolling Tradition:Experience the chaos of a traditional race where participants roll, tumble, and fall down a hill to win this annual event dedicated to cheese rolling.
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Only In Russia 18 - Sand Skiing Extravaganza
Sand Skiing Extravaganza:Some Russians embrace an unconventional summer activity keeping their winter skis on and taking on the extreme sport of sand skiing.
Weird History
The Real-World Inspirations Behind Lord of the Rings
J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit adventure that preceded it are full-fledged mythologies and histories unto themselves, making it a little strange to discuss the impact of real-world mythology and history on...
PBS
The Rise of UFO Encounters and Pop Culture Influence
There was a surge in UFO sightings from the 1940s through the 1980s, with the "flying saucer era" beginning in 1946. Significant events like the Roswell incident in 1947 and the first widely publicized alien abduction case of Barney and...
Great Big Story
Chasing Dreams, Greg Paproski's Downhill Longboarding Journey.
Follow Greg Paproski and his father as they navigate the highs and lows of pursuing professional downhill longboarding.
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Only In Greece 13 - Protest for the Return of Parthenon Marbles
Protest for the Return of Parthenon Marbles:Students protest the removal of sculptures and friezes known as the Parthenon Marbles, taken in the early 1800s and sold to Britain in 1816.
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Factpack: Mountains
How tall are the tallest mountains on Earth and in our Universe? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start of a...
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Rollercoasters
Journey through a rollercoaster ride to find out which forces are at work to create this theme-park thrill. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Rollercoasters do not have engines. Rollercoasters use forces. Electromagnets are used along...
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Why Are Eggs Egg-Shaped?
The structural soundness of ovoids and the added properties that make them the ideal shape to hold life in the natural world. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s math films...
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Land Formations
Learn how our planet's landscapes, from mountains to hills, plateaus to plains, have been sculpted over millions of years by powerful geological forces. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The planet's diverse landscape is shaped...
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Cycling to school
Discover how bike gears make pedalling easier. Physical processes -Force and motion - Gears and pulleys Learning Points Gears make pedalling a bike easier. A Twig Curriculum Film. Delivering key learning points. Get straight to the facts...
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for Kids | Bedtime History
Join us on a solemn journey to explore the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a revered monument dedicated to honoring the unidentified soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Located in Arlington National...
Wonderscape
The Battle of Bunker Hill: Fact vs. Fiction
This video uncovers the surprising truth behind the famous Battle of Bunker Hill, explaining how most of the fighting took place on Breed’s Hill. It explores the errors made by both American and British forces, and why this American loss...
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Why Kate Bush’s Viral Success from Stranger Things is Radical
So what does “Running Up that Hill” tell us about the history of music royalties? How has Kate Bush been challenging the music industry since the 70s?
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Food Festivals From Around the World
Weird History Food is taking you around the World in 15 minutes to see World Food Festivals. Whether spoken or implied, people often have a set of food rules they live by. We learn from a young age to not throw our food, share our meals...
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The Thrills of Physics: Understanding Roller Coaster Energy
Explore the law of conservation of energy and how it applies to the exhilarating experience of roller coasters. This video explains how gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy interact and transform throughout a roller coaster...
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The Guinguettes of Paris: A Rebellious Escape Beyond the City Walls
Explore the history of Paris's guinguettes, lively spots just outside the city where Parisians gathered to enjoy untaxed wine and escape the city's strict regulations. Discover how these establishments flourished alongside the local wine...
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Deep Learning - Artificial Neural Networks with Tensorflow - Momentum
In this video, you will learn about momentum. This clip is from the chapter "In-Depth: Gradient Descent" of the series "Deep Learning - Artificial Neural Networks with TensorFlow".In this optional section, we will dive deeper into...
Great Big Story
The Hill of Crosses, Lithuania's symbol of faith and resistance
Discover the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania, a poignant site representing national identity and spiritual devotion through countless crosses.