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Man On the Moon: Part 1
The challenges overcome by scientists to put man on the Moon, and the story of the extraordinary moments before "one giant leap". Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. In 1962, President John F Kennedy announced the US's...
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The Last Day of Pompeii
The people of Pompeii ignored the warning signals from nearby Mt. Vesuvius. When the volcano finally erupted, it devastated the entire city, encasing Pompeii in ash for nearly 1500 years. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. On 24...
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Reducing the spread of disease – True or false
True or false ... A sneeze can travel at 60km per hour? Life processes - Humans and other animals - Reducing the spread of disease Learning Points A sneeze can travel at between 65 and 180 kilometres an hour. A Twig Tidbit Film - True or...
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What is weather?
Check out the various forms of weather, what causes it, and how it affects our lives. People and places -Physical geography - Weather Learning Points The weather is the current state of the atmosphere in a particular location on Earth....
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What time is breakfast?
What time is it in Nairobi? See how standard time zones allow us to find out! People and places -Mapping - Time zones Learning Points The Earth is divided into around 24 time zones and each is exactly one hour different from the last....
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Beatrice Shilling
Learn about Beatrice Shilling, the British engineer who discovered an improved design for the Spitfire engineer and raced motorcycles.
Learn German with Herr Antrim
99% of German Learners FAIL to Reach Fluency: These 6 quotes can save you from their fate.
Discover the secrets to achieving German fluency with Herr Antrim's latest video, where he explains the pivotal role of consistency in language learning. Uncover effective strategies for learning German, from the formation of solid...
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King Charles III's Coronation: Tradition Meets Modern Values
King Charles III's coronation on May 6, 2023, balanced royal tradition with contemporary touches. From a gospel choir performance to sustainable choices in his attire and ceremony, the King brought a modern sensibility to the historic...
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Sarah hendrickson, the Thrill of olympic ski jumping
Dive into the exhilarating world of Olympic ski jumper Sarah Hendrickson as she describes the surreal sensation of flying down slopes at 55 mph and the silence of flight.
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Facing the Unknown: Life with Multiple Sclerosis
2006, 25-year-old Jason DaSilva was on vacation at the beach with family when, suddenly, he fell down. He couldn’t get back up. His legs had stopped working; his disease could no longer be ignored. Just a few months earlier doctors had...
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Big Ideas - Episode 16 - Land Speed Records
In 1964 at the Butterfield Salt Flats in Utah, 27 year old speed king Craig Breedlove became the first to move across the earth s surface at more than five hundred miles per hour. In the process of setting his third world land speed...
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Big Ideas - Episode 17 - DARPA Grand Challenge / Driverless Cars
It had long been the idea of road safety experts to have vehicles that were not controlled by drivers, but rather by computers. Automated driving systems that cruise at a set distance from the car in front, park your car for you or steer...
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Big Ideas - Episode 22 - High Speed Trains
Near Geneva is the Big Idea of CERN, the world s largest particle-physics laboratory. In its tunnels, situated underground, scientists study matter, anti-matter and the forces that created the universe itself. Scientists are working on...
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The Thrill of the Wind Tunnel
Enclosed within the 3.5 metre walls of this brand new glass tube-like structure is the UK s newest extreme sport. Using state-of-the-art technology this three million dollar thrill ride enables anyone to experience the adrenalin of sky...
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Timeline of Supersonic Aircraft
The first Supersonic Aircraft, the Concorde, flew it s maiden flight in 1969 and was heralded as a huge advancement in air travel technology. The iconic aircraft entered commercial service in 1976 and continued for 27 years.
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Eurostar High Speed Rail
The Eurostar is a unique high-speed rail service connecting London, Paris, and Brussels. With speeds of up to 300 km/h and a significant portion of its route passing through a submarine tunnel, it offers a convenient and competitive...
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Big Ideas - Episode 18 - Chuck Yeager
On October 14, Charlies Ellwood Chuck Yeager became, at 24, the first pilot to travel faster than sound In the years following World War 2, breaking the sound barrier was a secret goal of many in the air force. The X1 rocket powered...
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The Mercury / Maia Flight Combination
In the 1930s aircraft manufacturers Short proposed a two-stage plane capable of flying non-stop across the Atlantic.
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Exploring Saturn: Rings, Moons, and Mysteries
Saturn, the second largest planet in our solar system, captivates observers with its many rings made mostly of ice. Saturn's largest moon, Titan, holds a thick atmosphere and intriguing landscapes, making it a potential target for future...
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Football Shorts - Episode 74 ARGENTINA SOCCER BAN
A MATCH IN THE ARGENTINEAN FIRST DIVISION BETWEEN INDEPENDIENTE AND RACING CLUB WAS CALLED OFF BY REFEREE HORACIO ELIZONDO IN THE 64TH MINUTE AS RACING FANS IN THE AWAY SECTION CLASHED WITH RIOT POLICE, WHO USED RUBBER BULLETS AND TEAR...
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Zeppelin Air Ship Travel
Air Ship travel via a zeppelin reached it s pinnacle in the 1930 s but is now used in scenic tours and advertising, the immense helium balloon above the cabin providing the perfect billboard.
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Thrills of skijoring, speed, teamwork, and tradition
Dive into the exhilarating world of skijoring, where skiers and horses unite in a high-speed race that blends skill, heritage, and adrenaline.
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Ticking Through Time: Advanced Clock Reading Skills
Join Marissa and Tick Tock for a hands-on session perfecting your clock reading skills. This session focuses on the nuanced details of reading analog clocks, understanding the positions of the hour and minute hands, and transitioning to...