SciShow
Rare Earth Elements
Hank reveals why our love affair with the rare earth elements has a dark side.
Curated Video
The Dark Ages...How Dark Were They, Really?: Crash Course World History
John Green teaches you about the so-called Dark Ages, which it turns out weren't as uniformly dark as you may have been led to believe. While Europe was indeed having some issues, many other parts of the world were thriving and...
SciShow
The Hamster That Saved Thousands of COVID Patients
Forget lab rats — meet the Chinese or striped-back hamster, an unassuming little rodent whose role in research over the years has led to breakthroughs in genetics, pharmaceutics and more!
Curated Video
Imperialism: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about European Imperialism in the 19th century. European powers started to create colonial empires way back in the 16th century, but businesses really took off in the 19th century, especially in Asia and...
Crash Course
Imperialism Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about European Imperialism in the 19th century. European powers started to create colonial empires way back in the 16th century, but businesses really took off in the 19th century, especially in Asia and...
Crash Course
2,000 Years of Chinese History! The Mandate of Heaven and Confucius World History
In which John introduces you to quite a lot of Chinese history by discussing the complicated relationship between the Confucian scholars who wrote Chinese history and the emperors (and empress) who made it. Included is a brief...
Crash Course
The Dark Ages...How Dark Were They, Really Crash Course World History
John Green teaches you about the so-called Dark Ages, which it turns out weren't as uniformly dark as you may have been led to believe. While Europe was indeed having some issues, many other parts of the world were thriving and...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Grauman's Chinese Theatre
GRAUMAN S CHINESE THEATRE 6928 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD MAY NOT IMMEDIATELY SPRING TO MIND AS A LANDMARK ADDRESS BUT WHEN YOU SAY GRAUMAN CHINESE THEATRE, MOST PEOPLE KNOW EXACTLY WHERE YOU MEAN. FOR OVER 80 YEAR S MOVIE STARS HAVE CEMENTED...
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Greatest Asian Dynasties | Top 10 Countdown
Greatest Asian Dynasties | Top 10 Countdown
Curated Video
Landmarks - China Bridge
CHINA BRIDGE FEW LANDMARKS REMAIN COMPLETELY UNCHANGED DURING THEIR LIFETIME, ESPECIALLY IF THEY HAVE A LONG LIFESPAN IN A LARGE AND BUSTLING CITY. THAT IS THE CASE WITH ONE OF SHANGHAI’S MOST DISTINCTIVE ICONS, THE WAIBAIDU OR THE...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Beijing Dome
BEIJING DOME IN THE LEAD UP TO THE 2008 OLYMPICS, BEIJING IS FACING MANY SUCH CONTROVERSIES. DAY AND NIGHT, 4,000 CHINESE LABORERS ARE LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS OF A DAZZLING DESIGN - AN ENORMOUS TITANIUM BUBBLE SURROUNDED BY WATER - WHICH...
Curated Video
Landmarks - China's Great Wall
CHINA S GREAT WALL CHINA S GREAT WALL IS ONE OF THE FEW MAN MADE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE SEEN FROM SPACE. IT STRETCHES ACROSS MORE THAN 6,400 KM OF WINDING LANDSCAPE, AND DURING ITS 2,000-YEAR HISTORY, THE WALL HAS SURVIVED THREATS FROM...
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Landmarks - The Polata Palace
THE POTALA PALACE SOME BUILDINGS HAVE SIGNIFICANCE BEYOND THEIR ARCHITECTURAL VALUE. THE POTALA PALACE IN THE TIBETAN CAPITAL OF LHASA IS ONE. THE UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE IS SITUATED AT A HEIGHT OF 12000 FT, NEARLY FOUR THOUSAND...
Great Big Story
Hillary Yip, 14-year-old CEO of Minormynas transforming language learning
Meet Hillary Yip, the 14-year-old founder of Minormynas, a peer-to-peer language-learning app connecting kids worldwide and bridging the gap between fun and education.
Curated Video
Chinese Development of Maths
Chinese maths developed independently of the West – but with similar outcomes. Discover the parallels between East and West, and why it appears that Chinese mathematicians often got there first. Maths - History Of Maths A Twig Math Film....
Great Big Story
The Lion's roar, preserving culture through dance
Explore the significance of lion dancing in Chinatown, symbolizing tradition and community spirit, and the dedication required to master this art.
Bedtime History
The Great Wall of China For Kids
Learn about the construction and history of the Great Wall of China featuring Bedtime History narration designed especially for kids.
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Han Dynasty for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about China's ancient past and the rise and fall of the Han Dynasty.
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Lunar and Chinese New Year for Kids | Bedtime History
Step into the vibrant world of Chinese culture with an in-depth exploration of the fascinating history of Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival. Spanning thousands of years, this annual celebration is steeped in tradition,...
Wonderscape
The Lasting Impact of the California Gold Rush
Discover how the California Gold Rush reshaped the United States, from the rise of the Transcontinental Railroad to the lasting effects on Native and Chinese communities. Learn how the Gold Rush set the stage for California's reputation...
Wonderscape
Gold Rush Inequality: Power and Prejudice
Learn how the California Gold Rush transformed the region while revealing deep racial injustices. Explore the violent displacement of Native Americans, the impact of the Foreign Miners' Tax on Chinese and Hispanic miners, and how white...
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The Origins and Power of Writing: Unraveling Human Communication
Explore the fascinating journey of writing, from its ancient roots in Mesopotamia to its evolution into the complex systems we use today. Learn how the invention of writing was driven by practical needs such as trade and how it...