TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The rise and fall of the medieval Islamic Empire | Petra Sijpesteijn and Birte Kristiansen
In the 7th century CE, the prophet Muhammad united the people of the Arabian Peninsula through the formation of Islam. Over the next 30 years, caliphs conquered vast areas beyond Arabia, including their mighty neighbors the Persians and...
TED Talks
Aziza Chaouni: How I brought a river, and my city, back to life
The Fez River winds through the medina of Fez, Morocco—a mazelike medieval city that's a World Heritage site. Once considered the "soul" of this celebrated city, the river succumbed to sewage and pollution, and in the 1950s was covered...
Curated Video
Battle of Uhud, 625 CE When things don't go as planned
Battle of Uhud, 625 CE When things don't go as planned
Curated Video
The Battle of Badr: The Turning Point in Islamic History
This video provides a detailed account of the historical significance of the Battle of Badr in the early days of Islam. It begins by setting the stage with the background of the Islamic religion and the challenges faced by Prophet...
Mr. Beat
Saudi Arabia and Iran Compared
Mr. Beat compares and contrasts Saudi Arabia and Iran, two Middle Eastern countries with governments that apparently hate each other.
Easy Languages
Mantinades: The Poetry of Crete | Easy Greek 105
Mantinades: The Poetry of Crete | Easy Greek 105 Easy Greek is a project to help you learn Greek in an authentic and fun way. We interview people in the streets of Athens and other places in Greece. All our videos have subtitles in Greek...
Curated Video
Cities of the World: Tunis
Welcome to our educational video on Tunis, the captivating capital of Tunisia. Join us as we embark on a virtual tour through the city's ancient Medina, uncovering its rich history, architectural wonders, and vibrant culture.
Jack Rackam
Always the Bridesmaid | The Life & Times of Ali
This is the story of Ali ibn Abi Talib, passed over thrice for the caliphate, thrust into the First Fitna, really a guy who drew a very short straw in life.
Jabzy
Wahhabi War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Wahhabi War
Religion for Breakfast
What is the Hajj?
Every year, millions of Muslims complete a pilgrimage to Mecca called The Hajj. This pilgrimage is obligatory for all Muslims and is considered one of the Five Pillars of Islam. But what does this pilgrimage entail?
Curated Video
CAN900 DUCHESS OF MEDINA-SIDONIA IN PALOMARES
The Duchess of Medina-Sidonia, Luisa Isabel Alvarez de Toledo, visits the village of Palomares to see how local people have been affected one year on from the accidental dropping of the four hydrogen bombs by the United States.
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Curated Video
Authorities say the arrest of a man dubbed Mexico''s "king of heroin" has disrupted a $10 million-a-month operation that smuggled tons of heroin a year into the United States.
HEADLINE: Mexico''s ''king of heroin'' now in custody
CAPTION: Authorities say the arrest of a man dubbed Mexico''s "king of heroin" has disrupted a $10 million-a-month operation that smuggled tons of heroin a year into the United...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Murals bring 'joy' to Baghdad concrete jungle
Iraqi artist Wijdan al-Majed is transforming Baghdad's concrete jungle into a colourful city with murals depicting well-known figures from the war-scarred country and abroad (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Iraq unveils restoration work at ancient city ravaged by IS
Iraq unveils sculptures in the ancient city of Hatra, newly restored after being vandalised by militants of the Islamic State group during their brief but brutal rule (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)
Curated Video
GNS: EDIT Aftermath of Samarra battle, US and IGC reax, witness comment
Samarra
1. Wide of street with destroyed cars
2. Various of destroyed cars
3. Mini-bus hit by bullets
4. Tilt-up of damaged building
5. Various interiors of destroyed rooms
6. Wide exterior of Samarra public hospital
7. Dead man lying...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Yemeni doctors call for the end of Taez seige
CLEAN : Yemeni doctors call for the end of Taez seige
Curated Video
RR0245/C Kyrgyzstan: Entrepreneurs
Steppes and mountains; Kyrgyz horseman; mountain villages; mountain woman carrying bucket up hill; woman on stool milking cow; ancient white bearded farmer shouting; villagers standing on hill; views of walnut forests; people arriving at...
Curated Video
Residents feel abandoned in UNESCO town
LEADIN:
Residents of Ghadames are appealing for support to protect an historic area of the city.
The Old Town has been badly damaged and is on the UNESCO list of World Heritage in Danger.
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Curated Video
SYND 5-12-69 INTERVIEW WITH LAWYER, F LEE BAILEY, REGARDS TRIAL OF US TROOPS ACCUSED OF THE MY LAI (PINKVILLE) MASSACRE
Interview with US army Captain Ernest Medina's lawyer, F Lee Bailey, regards trial of US troops accused of the My Lai (Pinkville) massacre, in Vietnam
1) INTERVIEW: F Lee Bailey (English)Film: Pos - Sound: Mag/SOF - Colour - NYFilm:...
Curated Video
USA: COLOMBIAN CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE ON DISPLAY IN WASHINGTON
Spanish/Nat
There's been a meeting of the two America's, north and south, as an exhibition of contemporary Colombian sculptures goes on show in Washington.
A 50-ton crane moved slowly up Washington D-C's Constitution Avenue on Saturday,...
Curated Video
US, Iraqi forces fight insurgents in Samarra
Please Note: This story is on Beta SP tape EF04/0971
Samarra
1. Road sign showing way to Samarra
2. Tracking shot of smoke in distance
3. Various of smoke, pan to smaller plumes of smoke
4. Helicopter flying overhead
5. Various of...
Curated Video
Dangerous mountain road brings supplies into Taiz
LEAD IN:Yemenis living in Taiz are turning to a dangerous mountain road to bring supplies into the city.The city has been besieged by Houthi rebels, preventing deliveries by normal routes.STORY-LINE: Vehicles negotiate the tricky...