Curated Video
Volcanoes: Earth's Fiery Giants
This video provides a glimpse into the power and devastation of volcanic eruptions. From the active Mount Etna in Sicily to the catastrophic eruption of Soufriere Hills in Montserrat, it showcases the impact of molten rock forcing its...
Curated Video
Persephone: Bringer of Life or Destruction?
In Greek mythology, the magnificent mother and daughter duo Demeter and Persephone were the bringers of food and fair weather and were worshiped in lush harvest celebrations. But their story has a darker side – one involving violence,...
Curated Video
Exploring Mount Etna: Testing Ground for Mars Rovers
This video discusses how scientists are using Mount Etna, an active volcano in Sicily, as a testing ground for robots that will eventually explore Mars. The robots, developed by Italian, European, and German space agencies, are being...
Ancient Lights Media
Italy
This clip looks at the physical features, history, climate and culture of Italy
NASA
On a Mission: A Matter of Life and Death
Earth is a living, dynamic world thanks to volcanoes and the planetary heat that fuels them. The InSight mission wants to see if Mars also has a heartbeat deep inside its cold exterior.
NASA
On a Mission: Season Three, Episode 2: Genesis
Have you ever wanted to see the awesome spectacle of an erupting volcano? There’s no better guide for such an adventure than JPL volcanologist Rosaly Lopes.
ProTeachersVideo
How Science Works: Journey to Etna
We follow Clive Oppenheimer, a volcanologist working on some of the latest techniques to help monitor and predict volcanic eruptions. Volcanic eruptions pose a real threat to communities living nearby and at their most violent they have...
Curated Video
Italy, Sicily - Mount Etna
Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe dominates the entire region with its impressive size. Its spectacular eruptions, the fiery lava flows, has always aroused the interest of scientists and the curiosity of visitors from all...
Curated Video
I WONDER - Does Italy Have Active Volcanoes?
This video is answering the question of does Italy have active volcanoes.
Getty Images
Morgantina, view of the Pappalardo house and the Etna mountain in the background
Morgantina, view of the Pappalardo house and the Etna mountain in the background
Bridgeman Arts
Invasion of Sicily, 1943
Allied troops in Sicilian cities, Dwight David Eisenhower and high ranking commanders, battle of Troina, surrender of Italian Army