A Viking ritual dismissed as a legend due to lack of archaeological evidence is anatomically possible, according to a Journal of the Medieval Academy of America study.

In this episode we examine the topic: What is Yom Kippur?

This video discusses the operation that aims to restore the Citarum River through the planting of trees. The project addresses man-made problems that have turned the river into one of the dirtiest in the world. With the help of...

This video highlights the efforts of activists in Indonesia, particularly the youth, in tackling waste and pollution issues. The video emphasizes the importance of coordinated efforts between military commanders, local government...

Piercings are one of the most common forms of body modification. The process involves puncturing or cutting body tissue to insert ornamental pieces. This art and cultural practice dates back at least 5000 years. Discover different...

Aaron Caycedo-Kimura is a poet, visual artist, and cartoonist. His poetry appears or is forthcoming in Beloit Poetry Journal, Poet Lore, DMQ Review, Tule Review, THINK Journal, Louisiana Literature, Naugatuck River Review, and elsewhere....

Many define "religion" as a "belief system." But religion encompasses a lot more than "belief" and "doctrine." In fact, many religions don't emphasize personal faith much at all. For many people, their religious identity is derived...

Van Hartmann teaches English at Manhattanville College. He received an undergraduate degree in history from Stanford University and a doctorate in English from UNC at Chapel Hill. His poetry has appeared in numerous journals. His first...

Watch the story behind the most influential individual in human history ‘Confucius’ the legendary thinker and symbol of Chinese Culture. Discover the philosphy of Confucius, who had one aim to create Wisdom and spread the moral practise...

This video discusses the global water crisis and the efforts being made to protect the Citarum River in Indonesia from industrial pollution. It highlights the ambitious goal set by President Joko Widodo to make the river safe for...

Beginning in the late nineteenth century and throughout the twentieth century, geologists, archaeologists and paleoanthropologists have given the world evidence of the physical and cultural development of humans. Amazing discoveries...

Is a secular ritual comparable to a religious ritual? Can we equate national symbols like flags and parades to religious symbols? This video argues: "yes." The American flag functions like a sacred symbol in American public life. The NFL...

In this episode we examine the topic: Intro to Confucianism

Montaukett leader David Pharaoh fought for indigenous land rights – and established a lasting legacy as the founder of America’s first Montaukett school.

Here, we will look at the third scrum event, which is the daily scrum, which is an important part of the scrum process, a 15-minute timebox event for the team.
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This clip is from the chapter "Scrum Artifacts" of the series...

Baptism is one of the most well-known rituals in Christianity. But what are the origins of this ritual? Did John the Baptist invent it himself?

Animal sacrifice. It is one of humanity's oldest rituals. But how old? When did this ritual originate?

In this episode we examine the topic: The Most Painful Religious Rituals

This video highlights the ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the Citarum River in West Java, despite challenges like COVID-19. <br/>
Saving Indonesia's Citarum River part 7/9