SciShow
How The Islamic Golden Age of Science Changed History As We Know It
The Islamic Golden Age of Science is largely to thank for our scientific developments today. Around 750-1250 CE, the Islamic empire made incredible scientific advancements that changed the course of history! Join Michael Aranda for a...
Curated Video
Exploration and Missions in the Southwest
Dr. Forrester discusses the Spanish Explorers and their conquests in Mexico and in the southwestern United States. She also talks about the Mission San Jose, Mission San Antonio Valero, and Mission San Gabriel.
Curated Video
Adopting an Anti-Rhetoric
Historian Nile Green (UCLA) describes how using a sometimes provocative new language to describe what we think we already know forces us to broaden our understanding.
Curated Video
From the Present to the Past
Historian Nile Green (UCLA) describes how he applies his present work in the field to give him a deeper historical understanding.
Vlogbrothers
Syria in Five Minutes
In which Hank discusses the situation in Syria as deeply and completely as he can in five minutes. Negotiations are ongoing as to whether and how chemical weapons will be removed from Syria. This is an opportunity for the global...
Ancient Lights Media
Iraq
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Iran.
Step Back History
Aisha: The Most Important Woman in Islam
Aisha, the wife of the founder of Islam, lived with unique connections that allowed her to have a large amount of power in the early Islamic Empire. This is the story of a woman who spent her life as a politician, adviser, educator, and...
Religion for Breakfast
Intro to Islam (feat. Dr. Hussein Rashid)
Islam is a complicated topic and a politically charged topic here in the 21st century. But it is important that we learn about the world's 2nd largest religion. In this video, we will discuss Islam from a nonsectarian perspective,...
Ancient Lights Media
Afghanistan
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Afghanistan.
Ancient Lights Media
Shia and Sunni Islam
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip examines the differences and similarities between the Shia and Sunni branches of Islam.
Bridgeman Arts
Daily scenes at Badshahi Mosque, Lahore 1
The grandiose Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, a quintessential example of the very best Mughal architecture. Colour corrected.
Bridgeman Arts
Daily scenes at Badshahi Mosque, Lahore
The grandiose Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, a quintessential example of the very best Mughal architecture
Bridgeman Arts
Friday Prayer at Badshahi Mosque, Lahore 1
Faithfuls gather inside the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore for Friday prayer. Colour corrected.
Bridgeman Arts
Friday Prayer at Badshahi Mosque, Lahore
Faithfuls gather inside the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore for Friday prayer
Curated Video
President plays down prospects of military action in Syria; blames Russia for rising violence in Ukraine
US President Barack Obama on Thursday played down the prospect of imminent US military action in Syria, saying "we don't have a strategy yet" for degrading the violent militant group seeking to establish a caliphate in the Middle...
Curated Video
At least 26 people were killed, and over 40 others were wounded in a suicide attack in a Baghdad commercial district Monday.
HEADLINE: Suicide blast targets mixed Baghdad market
CAPTION: At least 26 people were killed, and more than 50 others were wounded in a suicide attack in a Baghdad commercial district Monday. (March 5)
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AFP News Agency
VOICED: Iraqi textbooks cuts along sectarian divide
A textbook for schoolchildren is the latest battleground of Iraq's sectarian conflict, with critics claiming it drums up animosity between the country's Muslim communities. (Footage by AFP/Getty Images)
Bridgeman Arts
Badshahi Mosque Courtyard 1
The iconic courtyard of the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, while faithfuls leave after Friday prayer. colour corrected
Bridgeman Arts
Badshahi Mosque Courtyard - Timelapse
The iconic courtyard of the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, while faithfuls leave after Friday prayer (timelapse)
Bridgeman Arts
Badshahi Mosque Courtyard - Timelapse 1
The iconic courtyard of the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, while faithfuls leave after Friday prayer (timelapse). Colour corrected.
Bridgeman Arts
Badshahi Mosque Courtyard
The iconic courtyard of the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, while faithfuls leave after Friday prayer
Curated Video
Prominent Shiite and Sunni politicians called on Iraqi civilians to take up arms to defend themselves after a weekend of violence that claimed more than 220 lives
HEADLINE: Violence Prompts Call to Arms From Iraqi Leaders. (iraq)
CAPTION: Prominent Shiite and Sunni politicians called on Iraqi civilians to take up arms to defend themselves after a weekend of violence that claimed more than 220...
Curated Video
A look at Sunni issues ahead of election
Baghdad, Iraq - 26 January 2005
1. Arabian Knight square in Azamiyah neighbourhood
2. US Bradley tanks passing in Azamiyah street
3. Street scenes and cars
4. Shops children toys and stuffs in Azamiyah
5. Banners for election
6....
Bloomberg
Ground Troops Needed in Islamic State Fight: Brennan
Sept. 24 -- Rand Corp.'s Rick Brennan reacts to President Barack Obama's UN speech and comments on U.S. foreign policy. He speaks with Pimm Fox on ""Taking Stock."" (Source: Bloomberg)