TED Talks
Bobby Ghosh: Why global jihad is losing
Throughout the history of Islam, says journalist Bobby Ghosh, there have been two sides to jihad: one, internal, a personal struggle to be better, the other external. A small minority has appropriated the second meaning, using it as an...
Curated Video
A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1 Performance: Titania and Oberon Lines 138-147
This video features a performance from Act 2, Scene 1 of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," capturing a tense exchange between Titania and Oberon in the enchanted forest. Titania defies Oberon's demands to hand over a changeling boy, asserting...
Curated Video
Macbeth 3.2 Interview: Lady Macbeth and Macbeth
This video explores a key scene from Act 3 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," focusing on the emotional turmoil and moral conflict experienced by Macbeth and Lady Macbeth after seizing the throne. It delves into their reflections on the hollow...
Curated Video
Macbeth 3.1 Interview: Macbeth
This video focuses on Act 3 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," exploring King Macbeth's interactions with Banquo as he solidifies his power and deals with internal fears about the prophecy regarding Banquo's descendants. The episode analyzes...
Curated Video
Macbeth 3.1 Performance: Macbeth, Lines 46b-70
This video features a performance from Act 3 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth." It delves into Macbeth's internal conflict and fear regarding Banquo's descendants possibly usurping his throne. The video captures the psychological depth of...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 4.2 Performance: Brutus Calls Cassius Out (Lines 94-102a)
This video examines a dramatic moment from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Cassius confronts Brutus's domineering attitude. Cassius's speech highlights his refusal to be subdued by Brutus's temper, asserting his independence and...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 4.1 Scene Summary
This video focuses on a pivotal scene in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Antony, Octavius, and Lepidus negotiate the fates of their political enemies as civil war looms. It highlights the ruthlessness and strategic considerations of...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 4.1 Metaphor: Bear Baiting
This video examines Shakespeare's use of contemporary Elizabethan practices, such as bear baiting, as a metaphor in his play "Julius Caesar" to reflect the brutal political and social games of ancient Rome. It discusses how Shakespeare...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 4.1 Interview: Antony and Octavius
This video explores a crucial scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where the protagonists, Antony, Octavius, and Lepidus, navigate the tense political landscape following Caesar's assassination. The video examines their strategic...
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Julius Caesar 4.1 Background: Aftermath of Caesar's Death
This video delves into the political chaos and power struggles in ancient Rome following the assassination of Julius Caesar. It explores the immediate outcomes, including Brutus's miscalculations and the senate's reactions, and details...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar Summary
This video provides a concise summary of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," highlighting key plot points and character dynamics. It introduces the political tension in Rome, sparked by Caesar's return and the celebration of the Feast of...
Jabzy
Africa after the End of Slavery | History of Africa 1800-1870 Documentary 2/6
3:25 Southern Africa 7:52 Squarespace Sponsor 8:47 Back to Africa 14:30 West Africa 25:14 North Africa African Kingdoms, Sokoto Caliphate, Mali Empire, Kingdom of Kongo, Rozvi Empire, Ashanti, Oyo, Kingdom of Benin, Funj, African...
The Business Professor
Power Struggles and Corporate Governance Issues - Explained
Power Struggles and Corporate Governance Issues - Explained
Bloomberg
First Look With Surveillance: Putin Power, Prigozhin
Tom Mackenzie and Kriti Gupta take you through what to watch today.
Curated Video
RR8126A IRAN THE FALL OF PRESIDENT BANI-SADR
Background to Story: After seventeen months in power, Pres Abdolhassan Bani-Sadr
of Iran has gone into hiding. Elected by an overwhelming majority he was never able
to exercise full authority or build a power base. Opposed by Islamic...
Bloomberg
Conflicting Reports on North Korean Leader Kim's Health
Apr.21 -- The U.S. is seeking details about Kim Jong Un’s health after receiving information that the North Korean leader was in critical condition after undergoing cardiovascular surgery, a U.S. official said. A spokesman...
Bloomberg
Catalan Leader Flees to Brussels, Presses for Freedom
Oct.31 -- Ousted Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont fled to Brussels and vowed to keep pressing for independence. Bloomberg's Rodrigo Orihuela reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
Curated Video
TV cast talk about new season, plus co-stars Huston and Kurylenko on finding love on set
AP Entertainment
Los Angeles, 3 June 2013
1. Wide exterior of American Film Institute Theater
2. Event sign
3. Actor Danny Huston and girlfriend Olga Kurylenko arriving, Kurylenko poses for photographer
4. Fashion pan of actress Olga...
Curated Video
USA: CHINESE DISSIDENT HARRY WU REACTION TO DEATH OF DENG XIAOPING
English/Nat
Leading Chinese dissident Harry Wu has given his reaction to the death of China's leader - Deng Xiaoping.
Harry Wu, who now lives in America, said he had a mixture of feelings over Dengs death.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
It is...
Bloomberg
Turkish Prime Minister May Quit Amid Power Struggle
May 5 -- Turkey's lira tumbled the most in five years as Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu was said to plan to step down this month after being locked in a power struggle with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Bloomberg's Simin Demokan...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : South Sudan future at risk without peace d
CLEAN : South Sudan future at risk without peace d
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : South Sudan future at risk without peace d
South Sudanese rivals negotiating a ceasefire to end raging conflict hold the fate of their young nation in their hands one of the country's most respected religious leaders says CLEAN : South Sudan future at risk without peace d on...