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News | Where Did Domesticated Horses Come From?
New information has helped us understand where domestic horses came from. And by counting some tree rings, researchers were able to find evidence of Norse presence in the Americas in 1021 CE.
Curated Video
JP Morgan agrees $13 billion settlement with government - said to be biggest ever
JPMorgan Chase & Co. has agreed to pay 13 billion dollars in a landmark settlement after it acknowledged that it misled investors about the quality of risky mortgage-backed securities ahead of the 2008 financial crisis.
The...
SciShow
The Lakes and Rivers of Ancient Mars
Ancient Mars had a lot of water! This week on SciShow Space News, scientists analyzed the Curiosity rover's data on the rocks in Gale Crater, using it to learn more about what the lakes and rivers on olden-day Mars might have looked like.
Crash Course
The War of 1812 - Crash Course US History
In which John Green teaches you about the War of 1812. The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and its former colonial overlord England. It started in, you guessed it 1812. The war lasted until 1815, and it resolved very...
SciShow
News | Where Did Domesticated Horses Come From?
New information has helped us understand where domestic horses came from. And by counting some tree rings, researchers were able to find evidence of Norse presence in the Americas in 1021 CE.
TED Talks
TED: In praise of conflict | Jonathan Marks
Conflict is bad; compromise, consensus and collaboration are good -- or so we're told. Lawyer and bioethicist Jonathan Marks challenges this conventional wisdom, showing how governments can jeopardize public health, human rights and the...
SciShow Kids
Be a Rock Detective!
Did you know that of all of the rocks in the world, there are only 3 main kinds? What are they? And how can you tell them apart? Jessi and Squeaks show you how you can become a rock detective!
Let's Tute
Role of SEBI and Grievance and redressel
Todays session you will learn following Terms: 1] Role of SEBI 2] Grievance and redressel mechanisms In the SEBI you will learn what is the SEBI and Objectives of SEBI and the positive impact by SEBI. In the Grievance and redressel What...
Curated Video
Why So Few Canadians Live In This HUGE Area In The Middle Of Canada
Canada, much like the United States, is split into two halves. On the east side is Canada's major population centers of Toronto and Montreal. And on the west side are the smaller, but still large cities of Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and...
Curated Video
Census: Counting People
Every 10 years, governments try to measure population changes using a census, or questionnaire. But what does this show? And why do we need to know? Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Governments keep track...
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Settlement Resources
In order to create a sustainable and successful settlement, a vast array of infrastructures must be put in place. From roads to waste management systems, what is required for a settlement to thrive? Human Geography - Orientation And...
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Brazil: Life in a Favela
Meet the inhabitants of Rocinha, one of Brazil's biggest slums. How does living in informal housing, with little infrastructure, affect them? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. Rocinha, in Rio de Janeiro, is Brazil's...
Curated Video
Rural Settlements
Urbanisation moves a population from rural areas to cities. How is this changing the face of rural settlements over time? Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Urbanisation is the rapid increase in urban...
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Extreme Living: Nomads
With nomadic populations in decline, the Darhad still choose to roam the harsh environment of Outer Mongolia year round. But for how long? Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Nomadic tribes have no permanent...
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The nomads of Outer Mongolia
Make the month-long journey to winter camp with the Darhad people of Outer Mongolia. People and places - Human geography - Settlements Learning Points People who do not make a permanent home are called nomads. A Twig Context Film....
Curated Video
Changing land use
Investigate how the land use has changed over time in the Mojave desert near Las Vegas. People and places -Human geography - Changing land use Learning Points The way we use land changes over time depending on our needs. Redevelopment is...
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Settlements
Explore the places in which people live. How can cities keep growing larger and larger? People and places -Human geography - Settlements Learning Points The number of people living in a settlement is called its population. As settlements...
Wonderscape
Indigenous Resistance and the Battle of Tippecanoe in the War of 1812
This video focuses on the role of indigenous groups, particularly Tecumseh and his brother, the Prophet, in resisting American expansion leading up to the War of 1812. It highlights Tecumseh's efforts to unite tribes and the impact of...
Wonderscape
Leif Erikson and the Viking Journey to North America
Learn about Leif Erikson, the Viking explorer who led a daring expedition across the Northern Atlantic, possibly making him the first European to reach North America. Discover how Viking ships, like the Knarr, enabled their exploration...
Curated Video
Starving Time
Dr. Forrester tells about Pocahontas, Captain John Smith, and Captain John Rolfe.
Curated Video
New Orleans and the Mississippi River
Dr. Forrester informs the student about the effects of the Mississippi River on the city of New Orleans.
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The Power of Rivers
Dr. Forrester discusses the importance of rivers on the development of cities, such as in Pittsburgh and Las Vegas.
Curated Video
The Most Extreme Place Names
Where do place names come from? Well, toponymy reveals a lot about the culture and history of a place, including the people who lived there, the nature of the settlements, and the geographic landscape. So that’s your short answer. For...
Curated Video
Ancient Underground Canal REBORN!
Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison journeys to India to film the incredible work of the Deccan Heritage Foundation who along with the Indian Heritage Cities Network Foundation are seeking to restore the Karez of Naubad, which is an...