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Why Is There a Scottish Village In Italy?

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The Italian Alps, home to countless quintessential Italian villagesand one not-so traditional. Welcome to Gurro, the Scottish village in Italy.So what actually makes this village Scottish? Legend has it that the population descended from Scottish soldiers
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A tour of the ancient Greek Underworld - Iseult Gillespie

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Download a free audiobook version of The Song of Achilles" and support TED-Ed's nonprofit mission: https://www.audible.com/ted-ed --Achilles, just slain in the Trojan War, arrives in the Underworld and is greeted by Sibyl of Cumae a prophetess and also th
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Pink George | George Of The Jungle | Full Episode | Videos for Kids

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Watch More George of the Jungle Videos : https://bit.ly/34Ax9sc Watch George of the Jungle Season 1: http://bit.ly/2vVMgL1George gets lost in a swirl of pink when he looks for the spirits of lunches past! Watch George of the Jungle Season 2: http://bit.ly
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Jungle Pool Party | George Of The Jungle | Full Episode | Videos for Kids

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Watch More George of the Jungle Videos : https://bit.ly/34Ax9sc Watch George of the Jungle Season 1: http://bit.ly/2vVMgL1Even in the jungle, people love a pool party! Watch George of the Jungle Season 2: http://bit.ly/2uwmBsX Meet the Characters of Georg
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George Gets Beaten by a Girl! | George Of The Jungle | Full Episode | Videos for Kids

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Watch More George of the Jungle Videos : https://bit.ly/34Ax9sc Watch George of the Jungle Season 1: http://bit.ly/2vVMgL1George should never underestimate Ursula! Watch George of the Jungle Season 2: http://bit.ly/2uwmBsX Meet the Characters of George of
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Everything You Wanted to Know About Animal Farts

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Dani Rabaiotti is the co-author of a book that passes the smell test. Its titled Does It Fart? The Definitive Guide to Animal Flatulence. A zoologist at Londons Zoological Society, Rabaiotti got interested in the stinky subject after her brother asked her
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5 Tails of Heroic Dogs Saving Lives and Sniffing Out Crime

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No offense to Superman and Wonder Woman, but some of our favorite superheroes are dogs. Real-life dogs who use their noses, their furry bodies and their waggy tails to make the world a better place. Were celebrating some of these heroic canines in this re
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How One Diver Became the Mother of Sharks

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Cristina Zenato needs only two words to describe sharksnatures masterpiece. A professional diver in the Bahamas, she loves sharks. Especially the Caribbean reef sharks that flourish around Grand Bahama Island thanks in large part to her efforts to protect
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Eavesdropping on Orangutans

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The Kalimantan Rainforest in Borneo, Indonesia is one of the most biodiverse spots on Earth. Bustling with life, the dense greenery is home to orangutans, all kinds of birds, frogs, you name it. But the rainforest wont stay that way if mining and logging
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Greece: The Island with Only One School Kid I ARTE.tv Documentary

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On the small isolated Greek island of Arki, close to the Turkish coast live only 40 inhabitants and just one primary school kid, Christos aged 12. He has the chance to continue his education on a neighbouring island, but will he make this choice? Greece:
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Enjoy 8 minutes of stunning ultra high-definition 4K video from the deep sea

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Celebrate World Ocean Day with eight minutes of stunning underwater video brought to you by MBARIs deep-sea robots. A dazzling diversity of creatures thrive in the largest living space on Earththe deep sea. Now, you can get an up-close and personal look a
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Is Civilization on the Brink of Collapse?

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What We Owe The Future is available now you can get it wherever you get your (audio)books or here: https://www.amazon.com/What-Owe-Future-William-MacAskill/dp/1541618629This video was sponsored by the author, Will MacAskill. Thanks a lot for the support.S
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What we found when we went looking for another Earth

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In the last few years, scientists have discovered thousands of exoplanets - and a lot of them are surprisingly weird.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjOWatch part 2, How to find a planet you can't see, he
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How to find a planet you can't see

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Tiny wobbles and faint twinkles that have led astronomers to nearly 5,000 new worlds.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO For a tour of some of the odd exoplanets scientists have found, watch part one, her
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When Pterosaurs Walked

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Take the PBS Digital Studios audience survey: https://to.pbs.org/2021surveyIf you know one thing about pterosaurs, its that theyre flyers. And while pterosaurs may be well-known for their domination of the skies in the Mesozoic Era, they didnt live their
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You Are Immune Against Every Disease

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Order IMMUNE here: https://kgs.link/ImmuneBook Its available in English and German and at online retailers it should be available in pretty much all countries too.Sources & further reading: https://sites.google.com/view/sources-immune2/You are not a perso
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George Goes Ape | George of the Jungle | 1 Hour Compilation | Cartoons For Kids

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George discovers he's not actually an ape!George of the Jungle | Season 1 | Episode 12 | Brother George/Ape MitzvahGeorge spreads himself thin, and discovers he's not actually an ape!George of the Jungle | Season 1 | Episode 15 | Rainy Season/Love in the
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Christmas Everyday | George of the Jungle | Full Episode | Cartoons For Kids

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George finds out why we don't celebrate Christmas everyday!George of the Jungle | Season 1 | Episode 23 | Jungle Bells/The Goat of Christmas PresentsIt's jungle bells for all as George spreads holiday cheer, and decides to celebrate Christmas every day of
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Ursula's New Pet | George of the Jungle | Full Episode | Cartoons For Kids

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Ursula adopts a rather dangerous new pet!George of the Jungle | Season 1 | Episode 1 | Beetle Invasion/Naked Ape ManUrsula's new pet beetle threatens to destroy the forest, and George loses his loincloth! Watch More George of the Jungle Videos :https://bi
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Jacket George | George of the Jungle | Compilation | Cartoons For Kids

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George always makes himself useful, even as a jacket...George of the Jungle | Season 2 | Episode 12 | My Georging JacketIt looks like George's reign as king is over when Tiger and Weevil paralyse him with a poisonous No-Licky Frog. But George proves that
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George VS Zombies | George of the Jungle | Compilation | Cartoons For Kids

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George unleashes the zombies!George of the Jungle | Season 1 | Episode 11 | FrankenGeorge/Afraid of NothingGeorge accidentally unleashes a horde of zombie critters, and catches a campfire fright.George of the Jungle | Season 1 | Episode 3 | Cone Head/Cous
These Feisty Hermit Crabs Brawl Over Snail Shells | Deep Look

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Hermit crabs are *obsessed* with snail shells. These crafty little crabs, found in California's rocky intertidal zone, are more than happy to let the snails build them a perfect home. When the crabs find a snail shell they like, they hop right into their
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Why Sharks get Creepier the Deeper you Go

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Why Deep Sea Sharks Appear so Mysterious. Sharks have ruled the deep sea for 450 million years. A time during which sharks have adapted and diversified into an array of weird and wonderful species. Many, like the well-known Great White Shark, have adapted
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This German Castle Has Been One Familys Home for 850 Years

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Talk about choice real estate—the Eltz Castle in Wierschem, Germany, is a spectacular medieval structure that sits within a valley, surrounded by serene forestland. The Eltz family has owned this piece of enchanting beauty since 1157, and has kept r
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Why didn't this 2,000 year old body decompose? - Carolyn Marshall

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Discover the surprising biodiversity of soil, and how its microbes help support all life on Earth.--It may not appear very lively six feet underground, but a single teaspoon of soil contains more organisms than there are human beings on the planet. From b
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The rise and fall of historys first empire - Soraya Field Fiorio

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Discover historys first empire: Sumer, located in Mesopotamia, which built the worlds first cities and created the first writing system.--Historys first empire rose out of a hot, dry landscape, without rainfall to nourish crops, without trees or stones fo
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The Good People Protecting Animals

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Need to be reminded of all of the good in this world? From a man who took over an abandoned zoo and saved thousands of deer, ostriches and other animals in Ukraine to an engineer who builds wheelchairs for dogs in Taiwan, this reel is full of selfless peo
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Japans King of Carp Breeds Million Dollar Koi Fish

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Kentaro Sakai is a champion breeder of nishikigoi carp aka koi fish. Just last year, one sold at an auction for an astounding amount of money nearly $2 million USD. Sakais carp are prized by wealthy collectors for their vivid colors, distinct patterns and
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From Surfers to Scientists, the Deep Blue Defenders Saving Our Oceans

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This reel is swimming with inspiring people saving our oceans and the creatures who live in them. So lets plunge right in and meet the conservationists creating safe places for green and leatherback sea turtles to nest; the divers removing abandoned fishi
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Prehistoric Human Remains Found In Underwater Mexican Cave

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#recentarchaeology #underwaterobject #archaeological Cave divers have discovered the eerie underwater grave of an ancient woman with a deformed skull who lived on the Yucatán Peninsula around 10,000 years ago. This discovery making her one of the e
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The Northernmost Town on Earth (Svalbard in 4K)

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Longyearbyen on Svalbard is the northernmost settlement with over 1000 residentsMy trip to Norway was funded by Screen Australia, Film Victoria and Genepool Productions as part of a new project. More information soon.More info on Svalbard: http://wke.lt/w
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The Blue Planet Collection | Part 1 | BBC Earth

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Be reacquainted with the beautiful inhabitants of the deep blue sea in this look back through the Blue Planet archive.Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BBCEarthSub #BluePlanet #BBCEarth #DavidAttenboroughWatch more: Planet Earth http://bit.ly/PlanetEarthPlaylist B
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Disneynatures Elephant & Dolphin Reef | Official Trailer | Disney+

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Disneynature's "Elephant" and Disneynature's "Dolphin Reef" premiere April 3, streaming only on Disney+.Follow Disneynature on Social:http://www.twitter.com/Disneynaturehttp://www.instagram.com/Disneynaturehttp://www.facebook.com/DisneynatureFollow Disney
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Maggot Cheese, Glowing Worms and Edible Bugs

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This compilation is wriggling with stories about edible worms, glowing worms and scary worms that go on the attack. Oh, and as a bonus, weve thrown in a story about maggots. Youve been warned.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#worms #maggots #invertebratesT
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Beaches Around the World, From Oahu to an Island Off Sardinia

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Were trekking through a lot of sand in this reel. But the rewards include the site of a breathtaking desert in Brazil where water pools during the rainy season and some insanely complex art carved by hand into the earth. Its probably best to be barefoot a
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Were Swimming With Turtles (Again!)

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Strap on your flippersthe TurtleCam is back! Were taking another deep dive with green sea turtles off the coast of the Bahamian island of Eleuthera. The camera was placed on the turtles back by biologist Nathan Robinson and his team at the Cape Eleuthera
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A Deep Dive Into the Lives of Sharks and Whales

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Join us for a deep dive into the world of sharks and orcas. In this reel, we meet people who study, swim with and photograph these fascinating mammals, from the warm waters of Bimini to the frigid Arctic Ocean.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#sharks #orca
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The Origins of Fake Blood and the Hottest Pepper In the World

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Seeing red doesn't need to be a bad thing. This hue-specific compilation features fake blood, the worlds hottest pepper and millions-upon-millions of migrating crabs.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#red #colors #hueThis story is a part of our Planet Earth
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One of the Worlds Largest Film Studios Is in This Moroccan Desert

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Its not a miragethere is indeed a medieval castle and a Buddhist temple in the middle of the desert in Ouarzazate, Morocco. These structures are among the massive sets at Atlas Studios. TV shows like Game of Thrones and Prison Break and films such as Glad
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These Farmers Grow Everything From White Strawberries to Furniture

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We planted seeds, and these stories about farming and gardening sprouted right before our very eyes. Were cultivating unusual strawberries in Japan, rescuing plants in South Carolina and so much more. Come grow with us.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#far
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Why We're Hell-Bent on Saving These Giant Salamanders

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In the fast-flowing streams of eastern Tennessee, Emilly Nolan is working hard to reestablish a population for a strange looking animal with an even stranger array of nicknames. The Eastern hellbenderaka snot otter, aka lasagna lizardis one of the largest
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Life Through the Eyes of a Sea Turtle

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We all became acutely aware of the dangers of plastic pollution in 2015, when a video of marine biologist Nathan Robinson pulling an entire plastic straw out of a sea turtles nose began to circulate. Today, Robinson is studying green sea turtles off the c
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8 Real-Life Fairytale Castles

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Most of us will never live in a castle. But we can dream, right? In this reel, we visit seven extraordinary castles. On the tour: A castle in Segovia, Spain, that inspired the fairytale castles in the Walt Disney movies Cinderella and Snow White and the H
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Protecting Pangolins From Poachers in South Africa

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Pangolins have survived for 85 million years, but their very existence is under threat now. Poachers are killing them for their scales. Dr. Ray Jansen, a zoology professor, and wildlife biologist Francois Meyer are trying to save South Africas pangolin po
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Visiting South Koreas Festival of Floating Lanterns

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Everyone is out at night in Jinju, South Korea, during a two-week period in the fall. No one wants to miss the Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival, which honors the nations fallen soldiers. At the heart of the event is a parade of lanterns floating on the Namg
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A View from Germanys Bastei Bridge

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Suspended 650 feet in the air between towering sandstone rocks, the Bastei Bridge is a Victorian era engineering marvel. Built in 1851, it offers stunning panoramic views of Saxon Switzerland National Park. Which isnt in Switzerland, by the way, but in Sa
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Bird Is The Word In These 5 Stories

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Lets do a little birdwatching. Right here, right now. No need for binoculars. Were winging it in this reel full of stories about swiftlets, eagles, parrots, falcons and swans and the people who co-habitate with, train and track these feathered friends of
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5 Stories All About Chickens

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We had planned to write: This is the reel where stories about chickens have come home to roost. Then we remembered this idiom actually means that the bad things you have done are now coming back to haunt you. And we dont want to say that. So lets just say
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Finding Tranquility in Chinas Extraordinary Wuling Mountains

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The Red Clouds Golden Summit is the pinnacle of tranquility. A spire of rock rising upward from Chinas Mount Fanjingshan in the Wuling Mountains, it soars above the clouds. Two temples sit atop this isolated natural wonderthe Temple of the Buddha and the
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4 Floral Stories

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Stop and smell the roses and all of the other flowers in this arrangement aka Great Big Story reel. Its in full bloom with stories about the perfume capital of the world, a stunning Japanese flower park, an artist who sends flowers into outer space and a
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Branching Out With 5 Stories About Trees

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If a tree falls in a forest, and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? Well answer that philosophical question in this reel. Actually, we wont. But it is something to ponder. Deeply. Perhaps you can share your thoughts below. You must have so
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Meet the Teenagers Fighting to Save Our Planet

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On September 20, 2019, millions of young people around the world skipped school to take part in the Global Climate Strike, organized by teenage climate change activist Greta Thunberg. They sent a powerful message to world leaders attending the United Nati
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5 Stories That'll Sting

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Can we get an ouch? In this reel, were introducing you to an entomologist who has been stung over 1,000 times on the job, honey hunters who dangle from cliffs while getting stung by bees and a stinging caterpillar with a strikingly familiar hairstyle.SUBS
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The Master of Shadow Puppets

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Fan Zhengan is keeping the tradition of Mount Tai shadow puppetry alive in Taian, China. The art form was created more than 2,000 years ago. Zhengan, who turns 76 this year, has been at it for 68 years, and hes basically a one-man puppeteering band. He op
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Slither Into 8 Stories About Snakes

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Snakes on a plane? We dont have any stories about snakes on a plane. But we have lots of other snakes stories that are just as snaky. Maybe even snakier. Possibly the snakiest of all time. Among themthe snake catchers of Bangkok, the true story behind sna
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Taking Care of the Worlds Baby Animals

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This reel is full of stories featuring baby animals, and the cuteness is intense. Weve got some inspiring and moving stories, including one about a dog who is a surrogate mom to zoo animals in need of nurturing and another about a preschool where orphaned
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How the Worlds Best Rose Water Is Made

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Youve probably spritzed rose water on your face, or drank rose water tea. Its trendy now, though the aromatic liquid has been a staple for centuries in the Middle East. The worlds best rose water is made by experts like Moshen Ghaffari in Irans Qamsar Dis
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How Scientists Are Protecting Tigers in Thailand

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The tiger population around the world has been decimated because of illegal hunting and habitat loss. But there is hopeful news coming out of Thailand. Scientists from Panthera worked with the Thai Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conserva
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Around the World in Six Caves

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You dont even have to get up off your couch to explore some of the worlds most breathtaking caves with us. (But please do get up off your couch from time to time. We are proponents of people getting out into the great big world.) In Lebanon, we venture de
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3 (More) Unexpected Stories Behind Your Favorite Video Games

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What ever happened to the Street Fighter II champion who simply disappeared one day? How did one man become Nintendos Original Gaming Master? And how did a game so bad become so iconic? Join us as we delve into the untold stories behind your favorite vide
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Hes the Most Licensed Artist in History

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Chances are youve seen Romero Brittos joyful, colorful works of art even if you dont know him by name. Hes the most licensed artist in history, and his art is everywhere. Exhibited in museums, train stations and hotels. Featured at sporting events like th
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This Incense Is Worth $60,000

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Its no coincidence that Hong Kong is Cantonese for fragrant harbor. The city was the epicenter of the incense trade in ancient times. Agarwood incense is a treasured commodity today. Harvested from aquilaria trees, it smells like a cross between nutty woo
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Venture Into the Forest with These Four Stories

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Craving some time outdoors? This reel is for you. First up, we meet a man who lives off the land in Fiordland, New Zealand, one of the most remote locations in the world. The biggest surprisehe isnt the least bit anti-social. Next, we spend time with a so
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Behold (and Beware) the Largest Lizards on Earth

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Wed like to introduce you to Elsie. She is a Komodo dragon, and while she appears pretty chill, Komodo dragons are, in fact, fierce predators. They take down big animals like deer and water buffalo and poison prey with their toxic bite. And, boy, can they
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These Ancient Windmills Were Built Over 1,000 Years Ago

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When you think of windmills, the Netherlands might first come to mind. But some of the oldest windmills in the world are in Nashtifan, Iran. Dozens stand atop a wall in the windy city, not far from the Afghanistan border. From a distance, they look like w
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Everyone and Everything in These Videos Is Surrounded by Water

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Water, water everywhere... And thats as far as were going to go in quoting Samuel Taylor Coleridges The Rime of the Ancient Mariner because it is a very long poem, and we need to get to the subject of this reel. In this compilation, were taking you to som
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Five Stories All About Cats

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Arent cats wonderful? The person writing this copy thinks they are, so there is no debate to be had here. Its a fact. Cats are wonderful, and this reel is full of cat tales sure to be enjoyed by cat lovers everywhere.SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb#Cats
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Surfing the Amazon Rivers Endless Wave

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The indigenous people who live along the Amazon River in Brazil have a word for the tidal bore that rushes in from the Atlantic Ocean. They call the wave Pororoca, which translates to big roar. You can actually hear it coming. Thats how loud and powerful
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These Murals Were Grown from Rice

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In the village of Inakadate, Japan, elaborate expanses of “rice paddy art” grace the surrounding landscape. Looking for a way to boost tourism and contribute to the village’s rich culture, town officials turned to what they knew best &md
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Four Stories About Dogs

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Dogs. What more do we need to say to entice you? If you love dogs, you will love this reel. First up, well take you to photographer William Wegmans studio to see how he gets his Weimaraners to pose for him. Next, well introduce you to Piper, a border coll
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The Vultureman of Spain

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Manuel Aguilera wants you to know theres no reason to fear vultures. The ornithological guide has gone as far as climbing into an animal carcass to get closer to the birds of prey. Hes spent 40 years studying the griffon vulture, and has dedicated his car
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Pond Scum Under the Microscope - Pondlife, Episode #1

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We are surrounded by microscopic organisms that are too small to see with the naked eye. Follow Museum microbiologist Sally Warring as she reveals the invisible inhabitants of the green slime at the surface of a pond in Central Park. In this first episode
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Exploring Guatemalas Mayan Ruins

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You can walk among the remnants of a Mayan empire in Guatemalas Tikal National Park. Here, in the midst of 142,000 acres of a lush jungle stand the beautiful ruins of an ancient civilization that thrived from 600 BCE until its destruction in 900 CE. This
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A Mad Inventors Surreal Fortress

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Count Cesare Mattei was not technically a king, but he was the king of his own castle in Italys Northern Apennines. The inventor of a homeopathic treatment for pain using the physical energy of plants, Count Mattei began building Rocchetta Mattei on a sce
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Snowboarding Without the Snow

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How many people can say they invented a sport? Very few, and Jason Lee is among them. In the early 1990s, Lee and a buddy built a snowboard/skateboard hybrid with a little mountain bike thrown in, dubbed it the mountainboard and created what would become
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Rescuing Animals From War Zones

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Imagine being trapped in a cage as active comabt rages around you. That’s the terrifying reality for zoo animals living in war zones. Veterinarian Amir Khalil is saving as many as he can. He runs the rapid response unit of the animal rescue organization F
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Risking Your LIfe in the Name of Soup

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Angelito “Ange” Gujeldi is what is known as a nest gatherer. Following in the footsteps of his father and his grandfather, Ange climbs jagged rock faces and ventures into caves nestled in the rocks of Nabat, an island in the Philippines, to collect nests
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Why One Japanese Company Is Turning Baseball Bats Into Chopsticks

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What happens after baseball season is through? Hyogoo Uratani isn’t letting the broken bats go to waste—he’s turning them into chopsticks at his manufacturing company, Hyozaemon. One broken bat can yield four or five sets of chopsticks, and money from the
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In Search of Undiscovered Insects

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If you think entomologists just sit in labs all day looking at slides, think again. Dr. R. Isaí Madriz is out in the field, embarking on dangerous expeditions to the harsh, remote Patagonian Ice Fields in search of undiscovered insect species. These insec
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The World’s Only Floating National Park

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Located in the Indian state of Manipur, Keibul Lamjao National Park is the world’s only floating wildlife sanctuary. The park’s Loktak Lake—the largest freshwater lake in northern India—is a spectacular sight, dotted with green patches and rings of vegeta
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How You Can Hike, Bike, Ski and Dive for Science

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Want to help scientists find ways to protect butterflies, create a safe passage for wildlife and rid the oceans of microplastics? Well, if you’re up for the adventure, Gregg Treinish has got some work for you. With his nonprofit Adventure Scientists, he’s
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Protecting Endangered Vegetables

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You’ve heard talk about protecting endangered animals, but what about endangered vegetables? It’s a crisis that’s come about with the worldwide rise of industrial farming—many indigenous veggies simply aren’t being grown in great quantities anymore. Dr. P
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How a 16-Year-Old Is Leading a Global Climate Movement

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For hundreds of thousands of young people around the world, Greta Thunberg is an icon. In August 2018, dismayed by adults’ lack of action on the global climate crisis, the teenager sat herself down in front of the Swedish Parliament, pledging to strike fr
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Inside Europe’s Busiest (and Cutest) Wildlife Hospital

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Sprained paw? Broken wing? Tiggywinkles will get you back to roaring health. With over 10,000 animals coming through the door each year, Tiggywinkles wildlife hospital is the busiest (and cutest) in all of Europe. Named after the beloved Beatrix Potter ch
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Playing Instruments Made From Ice

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Tim Linhart was sculpting ice in Colorado when he decided to try something new: creating a giant, frozen violin. When a friend jokingly asked how Tim thought his violin would sound, it sparked an idea. Why not make an entire, functional orchestra out of i
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This Mountain Has Been Home to Monks for 12 Centuries

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Amongst the picturesque cliffs of Mount Athos, Greece, lives a community of monks who have been on this sacred piece of land for centuries. Isolated and hard to reach, the mountain is one of the most important places in the Christian Orthodox world. The m
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Four Flourishing Stories About Our Natural World

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Celebrate the splendor of nature with stories about the world’s loneliest tree, a topiary garden grown from rescued plants and more. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb #Nature #Plants #Earth This story is a part of our Planet Earth series. From mammals to i
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Germany’s Real-Life Disney Castle

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Perched atop a foresty hill in Bavaria, Germany, is a real-life fantasy castle. Commissioned by King Ludwig II in 1869, Neuschwanstein Castle has become a major part of our cultural history, even serving as inspiration for Walt Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty.”
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On Giving Tuesday, Four Stories to Celebrate Our Animal Friends

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It’s Giving Tuesday! This reel has gone to the dogs—not to mention the cheetahs, house cats and seals! Here at Great Big Story, we love animals and the people who work tirelessly to protect and honor them. So in celebration of Giving Week, we’re proud to
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The Best Stargazing is at the Northern Tip of India

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For some of the best stargazing in the world, many make the trek to Ladakh at the northern tip of India. The region is home to the Indian Astronomical Observatory, specifically situated for its unique geology. Located on cold, remote desert land, the area
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Discovering the Mystery of the Eagle Ray

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Off the coast of Sarasota, Florida, lives the spotted eagle ray—a beautiful, yet mysterious, sea creature. Very little is known about the eagle ray, so research teams from Florida Atlantic University and Mote Marine Lab are pioneering new techniques to be
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Inside the Most Treasured Home in America

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Hearst Castle is one of America's most treasured and visited homes. William Randolph Hearst, the newspaper magnate, built the compound in San Simeon, California, after inheriting and purchasing 250,000 acres in the year 1919. The main house has 115 rooms
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The Future of Farming Is Underwater

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Beneath the glistening blue waves of the Bay of Noli in the Italian Riviera are biospheres bursting with basil, tomatoes, herbs and other plants. It's all a part of a science experiment known as Nemo's Garden. While growing plants underwater might seem st
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The Largest Handwritten Family Tree in the World

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The Ganges River is a highly revered site by Hindus and an iconic, historical epicenter in India. As hundreds of thousands of people visit the Ganges each year, there is a dedicated group of priests, better known as pandits, working quietly behind the sce
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Slovenia’s Cliff-Hanging Castle

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Located in the town of Postojna, Slovenia, Predjama Castle sits 400 feet above ground atop a rocky cliffside. Built in the 13th century in Gothic style, the exterior of the castle was reconstructed once again in the 16th century after it was seized by ano
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The Great Wall of India

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Hidden between mountains and snaking through remote valleys, the Kumbhalgarh Wall in Rajasthan, India is relatively unknown, even to locals. Still, its grand build and scale make it one of India’s most majestic landmarks. At 36 kilometers in length, it is
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This Beautiful Blue Lizard is Facing Extinction

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Found only in Grand Cayman, the westernmost part of the Cayman Islands, the Grand Cayman blue iguana is a striking creature. Its bright blue skin becomes brighter during breeding season, and its dark red eyes allow the lizards to see moving shapes at long
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Why These Scottish Sheep Eat Seaweed

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Welcome to picturesque North Ronaldsay. This remote island, located way, way north in Scotland, is home to 50 people and some very special sheep. In order to free up grassland for cattle, humans in the early-19th century confined the flock, found nowhere
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Swimming Through the Wall of Sharks

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The pristine waters of French Polynesia draw visitors from all over. Turns out grey reef sharks are pretty fond of them, too—so much so that the Island of Fakarava’s southern pass is called the “grey shark wall.” Fancy a swim? SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR
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Deciphering the Secret Language of Whales

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Fabrice Schnöller is on a mission to unlock the secret language of sperm whales, the largest predators on Earth. Founder of the DAREWIN Project, Fabrice’s goal is to record sperm whale vocalizations in hopes of deciphering their means of communication. By
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Five Farms on Earth (and the Ocean Floor)

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In this reel, get ready to get dirty. We’re harvesting four-foot zucchini, mushrooms and a rare Japanese delicacy. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part of our Planet Earth series. From mammals to insects and birds to reptiles, we share th
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This Butterfly Was Extinct, 10 Years Later it Reappeared

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The Palos Verdes blue is an extremely rare butterfly species that can only be found in one specific area of Southern California. In the 1980s, the true blue beauty was thought to have been extinct, but in later years, was rediscovered the wild, to the sho
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Bird Is the Word in These Four Stories

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In this reel, explore an aviary that’s more happy than Hitchcockian. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part of our Planet Earth series. From mammals to insects and birds to reptiles, we share this great big world with all manner of creature
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Mountain Biking in the North Pole

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Professional mountain biker Darren Berrecloth has spent his career scouring the globe for the biggest and steepest trails on the planet. His latest expedition took him somewhere unexpected—the remote uninhabited island of Axel Heiberg in Canada, 40 miles
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After Hurricane Maria, Building a Community Under the Sea

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Raimundo Chirinos has devoted his life and career to protecting Puerto Rico’s waters. And in the wake of Hurricane Maria, his devotion matters more than ever. Among its many assaults, the Category 5 storm pulled fishing gear from the island’s shores into
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This Gecko Is Clinging for Survival

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Found exclusively in the territory of New Caledonia, New Caledonian geckos are the largest living species of their kind. Growing up to 14 inches in length, a green mossy pattern coats their body, camouflaging them within their natural habitat. Unlike most
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Madagascar’s Eerie Forest of Stone

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With stones rising 220 feet from the ground, Tsingy de Bemaraha Strict Nature Reserve in Madagascar casts a landscape unlike any other. Composed of large limestone structures, the stone forest was once submerged completely underwater, some 200 million yea
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This Adorable Sea Slug is a Sneaky Little Thief | Deep Look

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Take the PBSDS survey: https://to.pbs.org/2018YTSurvey Explore our VR slug and support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/deeplook Nudibranchs may look cute, squishy and defenseless ... but watch out. These brightly-colored sea slugs aren't above stea
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The Tiny Fox Making A Bold Comeback

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Weighing only five pounds, the cute island fox was once thriving on the Channel Islands off the coast of California. But after the arrival of the golden eagle, its population started to dwindle. The species is now federally listed as endangered, having be
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How Selfies Helped Protect a Threatened Species

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When you visit Rottnest Island, be prepared to smile. The island is home to the largest viable population of quokkas—small wallabies that are cute and camera ready. These furry creatures have become the latest internet sensation, as visitors from all over
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In France, This Chapel Rises From a Volcano

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If you want to visit the Chapel of Saint-Michel d'Aiguilhe, aka, “Saint Michael of the Needle,” you’ll have to climb up—way up. Located in France, the chapel is perched atop a distinct volcanic plug rising nearly 300 feet in the air. Dedicated to Michael
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This Is Where Your Wine Corks Come From

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Uncorking a bottle of wine after a long day is one of the few true pleasures in life. But ever wonder where that small cork—aka the last thing standing between you and your favorite red—comes from? In Portugal, there’s a long and rich history of harvestin
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How Japan Keeps Millions of Residents Safe From Floods

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The Metropolitan Area Outer Underground Discharge Channel is the largest underground water facility in the world. Built to protect residents from constant flooding, the system drains rainwater to a massive tunnel underground that then redirects the flow t
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Escape to These Six Extraordinary Gardens

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In this reel, we're exploring six pockets of natural wonder. We travel to Japan to visit an abandoned sculpture garden, test our luck at a poison garden in London and get a glimpse of our future in a tarot garden in Tuscany. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6A
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Step Inside a Secret Garden Oasis in Vegas

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Need an escape from the bright lights and bustle of the Las Vegas Strip? Respite awaits at the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, conveniently nestled on the Strip itself. This enchanting spot pulls out all the stops in true Vegas fashion, thank
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Five Stories About Sounds All Around

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Silence may be golden, but in these stories, sounds are invaluable. Meet a blind birdwatcher observing songs, a musician creating weather forecasts for the blind and the team tracking Orcas underwater. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part
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Helping the Homeless Through Farm-to-Table Training

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There’s a San Francisco garden growing more than just produce. In a city plagued by homelessness, the Farming Hope Initiative offers urban farming and cooking training to those without a place to live. The program aims to give participants skills that can
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Entering Austria’s Painted Crypt

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Founded in 1144, Austria’s Altenburg Abbey welcomes visitors with its aesthetic splendors. Not to be missed is its unusually beautiful crypt, a space adorned with frescoes painted by Paul Troger. But don’t let this light-strewn, cheerfully hued room fool
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The Monkey Whisperer

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Behold, the François’ leaf monkey! These rare, adorable (and nationally protected) beings live in Guizhou Province’s Mayang River National Nature Reserve, where forest ranger Xiao Zhijin has been lucky enough to work with them for more than 20 years. Ever
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These Sapphire Tarantulas Are Losing Their Home

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This true blue beauty is a gooty sapphire tarantula at the Dallas Zoo. Native to the forests of Gooty, a small town in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, these spiders’ bright coloring comes from tiny hairs that line their body. They are quick and extrem
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Don’t Blink: Japan’s Abandoned Sculpture Garden

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Hidden in the town of Osawano, Japan is a sculpture garden with 800 lifelike statues of Buddhist deities alongside replicas of real people. Commissioned by Mutsuo Furukawa, this collection was recently re-discovered in 2016 by a photographer who stumbled
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This Tortoise Could Be Extinct in 20 Years

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Endemic to the dry southern forests of Madagascar, the radiated tortoise has an incredibly long lifespan—the oldest tortoise on record reached an estimated 188 years of age. They boast highly intricate, dome-shaped shells lined with blood vessels, making
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Exploring the Longest Cave System in Asia

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At 148 miles in length, Shuanghe Cave in China’s Guizhou province holds the honor of being the longest cave in Asia. No one knows it better than 61-year-old farmer Zhao Zhongguo. He’s spent the past three decades exploring the cave complex, documenting ov
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Helping Others Feel The Wind in Their Hair

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Cycling Without Age is a project founded on the ideals of Danish cycling culture - that no one, no matter what age, should be restricted from riding a bike. Teaming up with the region’s retirement homes, volunteers take the elderly out on daily bike rides
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What would it be like to live on the moon? - Alex Gendler

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This video was made in partnership with the Airbus Foundation. Find out more about their work here: http://bit.ly/2M262NF View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-would-it-be-like-to-live-on-the-moon-alex-gendler The European Space Agency is hopi
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This Tarantula’s Curly Hair is a Weapon In Disguise

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This little guy is a curly hair tarantula at the Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion. Native to Central America, these spiders’ unusually tiny hairs serve as both a distinguishing feature and as a defense mechanism. When threatened, they will
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The Secret Life of Bugs

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In this reel, we’re crawling along with some of nature’s most fascinating little critters. We track down the mighty Hercules beetle, find the extremely rare black beauty stick insect, and meet the gravedigger of the animal kingdom. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.
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Surfing the Night, Lighting Up the Waves

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Roy and Sean Johnson are the original night riders. While most surfers chase the sun, the father and son duo are fueled by twilight, surfing under the stars. Sean grew up in Malibu, surfing on homemade boards that his dad shaped for him. Using discarded o
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These Wildcats Need the Forest to Survive

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This little old lady is Button, a 21-year-old margay at the Santa Ana Zoo. Native to the dense forests of Central and South America, these wildcats are tree-dwelling creatures whose wide feet and flexible toes allow them to climb, jump and hang from branc
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The Man-Made, Floating Islands of Lake Titicaca

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Lake Titicaca in Peru is a lagoon made up of approximately 70 man-made islands. The central island serves as a hub, home to over 500 residents. Living afloat isn’t for everyone, but the Uros, a small South American tribe, have created and maintained this
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Dig Into These Six Prehistoric Stories

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Channel your inner paleontologist and dig through this prehistoric reel. Crawl with a crab that predates dinosaurs, visit LA’s hidden whale warehouse and meet the Iguana King of Manzanilla, Mexico. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part of
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There Are Only 100 of these Antelopes Left in the Wild

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This chestnut-and-white-striped antelope is an eastern bongo. Fairly large in size, eastern bongos can weigh between 500 and 900 pounds with horns as long as 40 inches in length. Despite their size, they are timid creatures, most active during twilight wh
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Living in the Netherlands’ Futuristic Homes

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Located about an hour outside Amsterdam is a village of spherical homes straight out of your futuristic fantasies. From a distance, Bolwoningen’s domes appear to be a set of golf balls, but up close, they are the architectural masterpiece of Dutch artist
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The Volcano That Burns Blue

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The Kawah Ijen volcano in Java, Indonesia is a spectacular (and dangerous) sight to behold. Unlike any other volcano in the world, Kawah Ijen emits what appear to be bright blue flames. The glow is caused not by lava, but instead by sulfuric gases that cr
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Farming Under the Sea for Japan’s Rare Delicacy

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Seventy miles off the coast of mainland Japan is the small island of Okinawa, home to some of the most unique seaweed in the world. Mozuku is a rare underwater delicacy found off the mainland coast. Each fall, farmer Tadashi Oshiro uses a special techniqu
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Eight Places Straight out of a Fairytale

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In this reel, we’re circumnavigating the world visiting eight spots fit for a princess. We head to Portugal to visit a castle of many colors, travel the seas to Mont Saint-Michel, a medieval abbey trapped by tides and time, and hike to the French countrys
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These Crabs Have Been Crawling Before the Dinosaurs

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For the past 200 million years, the American horseshoe crab has roamed our planet. A semiaquatic species, these creatures spend the majority of their time in shallow waters and can be found along the Atlantic coastline of North America. Their ten eyes hel
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Don’t Mess with the Texas Horned Lizard

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This vicious-looking guy is a Texas horned lizard. They’re defensive critters, with the horns to prove it. Frequently preyed upon by other animals, their distinct coloration and ability to inflate or flatten their bodies allow these lizards to hide in pla
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Top 10 Man-Made Things You Totally Thought Were 'Natural'

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Most of us seek out naturally made products, foods and wonders but some of them looked totally different. Here are some mind-blowing facts about things you may have assumed to be natural. Subscribe for more! ► http://bit.ly/BeAmazedSubscribe ◄ Stay update
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This Chicken is Entirely Black, From Beak to Bone

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With a heart as black as our souls, Indonesia’s Ayam Cemani are our new goth dream queens. Known for their distinct melanin pigment, these birds are entirely black, from their feathers all the way down to their organs and bones. Thought to be the bearer o
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9 of the World's Rarest Animals, Fighting to Stay Alive

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In this reel, we meet some of the rarest critters on planet Earth, including the closest living relative to the giraffe, a lemur threatened by hunting and a tree kangaroo hanging on for survival due to habitat loss. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This s
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Exploring the World's Most Spectacular Temples

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In this reel, we're circumnavigating the globe in search of the most beautiful and divine places of worship. We travel to a temple of living colors in India, search for the unconventional hidden gems within Thailand's White Temple and behold the shimmerin
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The Tiny Mossy Frog Clings for Survival

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This little guy is a mossy frog. Located predominantly in the flooded caves of Vietnam, these tiny amphibians have a very unique camouflage to ward off prey. With their blotchy green and brown skin, they can easily hide in plain sight by blending in with
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The Spanish Castle That Inspired Walt Disney

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Located in central Spain, the Alcázar of Segovia is one of the country’s most visited and distinctive landmarks. Emerging from a rocky crag rising between two rivers, the castle’s nautical shape mimics the bow of a ship. Having served as a fortress, a roy
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Discovering Life Under Antarctica’s Ice

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Drew Lohrer is the principal investigator at Science Under the Ice, a project dedicated to studying the resilience of organisms under Antarctica’s frozen ocean. Along with his team of nine scientists, Lohrer dives deep to collect data on sea organisms and
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Living on the Most Crowded Island on Earth

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Two hours off the coast of Colombia is a small island home to over 1,200 people. As the entirety of Santa Cruz del Islote only spans the length of two soccer fields, residents live in close quarters, making the island four times as dense as the borough of
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Meet the Man Protecting Venezuela’s Eagles

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Alexander Blanco Márquez is a veterinary doctor going to great heights to save the harpy eagles of Venezuela. As victims of poaching and deforestation, these beautiful birds have been diminishing in numbers over the years. Watching their species destroyed
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Building Ancient Robots in Switzerland

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In a country known for their intricate watchmaking, one man is taking the mastery of machinery to another level—and to another era. Meet François Junod, a craftsman bringing back the ancient art of automata. Building automata dates back to ancient Egypt a
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Behold the Scorpion King

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This is the dictator scorpion. With the ability to grow up to 8 inches in length, it’s one of the largest scorpion species in the world. But despite its size, these guys have relatively weak venom, relying instead on their enormous claws to catch their pr
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One Woman’s Mission to End Polio in Pakistan

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Polio is still a critical problem in Pakistan where vaccination efforts have stalled. Khalida Nasreen is on a mission to change that. Every morning at 5 a.m., she hops on a motorbike and makes her way around Karachi, going door-to-door to inoculate the ch
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Taking on Hawaii’s Plant Extinction Crisis

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For the past 45 years, Steve Perlman has dedicated himself to saving Hawaii’s dying species of plant life. As a field botanist for the Plant Extinction Prevention Program, Perlman focuses on cultivating rare plants in the wild, often navigating unchartere
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Meet the Veterinarians Saving Kenya’s Wild Animals

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When an animal is in distress in the wild, who you gonna call? In Kenya, Animal Rights Reserved is on the job. The dedicated team of veterinarians and anti-poaching specialists get dispatched across the country to help animals in the wild. Whether there’s
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This Pink Winged Stick Insect is Hiding in Plain Sight

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This is a pink winged stick insect at the Montreal Zoo. These guys have quite the camouflage on them. Despite growing up to 21 inches in length, these insects are able to hide in plain sight, blending in among sticks and foliage. As camouflage is their pr
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The Music Hall That Algorithms Built

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The Elbphilharmonie, in Hamburg, Germany, is a destination for music and math lovers alike. Considered one of the largest and most acoustically advanced concert halls in the world, it can seat more than 2,800 visitors at a time. The main concert hall cont
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The Giant Anteater Carries On, 25 Million Years and Counting

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Meet Peter, a giant anteater at the Santa Ana Zoo. Reaching up to 7 feet in length, these guys are the largest of the four anteater species. Without teeth, anteaters use their long tongues to catch and consume their prey. Their tongues can flick up to 150
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In These Five Towns, Animals Rule

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In this reel, the animal kingdom reigns supreme. We head to Unalaska, Alaska where bald eagles rule the air, tour Japan's adorable rabbit island, and explore a true dog haven in Costa Rica. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This story is a part of our Plan
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An Illustrated History of Dinosaurs

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Our image of dinosaurs has been constantly changing since naturalists started studying them about 350 years ago. Taken together, these pictures can tell us a whole lot about just how much we have learned. Let's explore the history of dinosaur science as s
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This Pagoda Contains the Largest Book in the World

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Myanmar’s Kuthodaw Pagoda is a Buddhist shrine comprised of hundreds of inscribed stone tablets. From a distance, the surrounding stupas resemble a cluster of small temples. Combined, however, they form the entirety of Buddha’s teachings. Each of the 730
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Fighting Poachers in an Island Paradise

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In a fragile ecosystem, how do you conserve limited resources for future generations? That's the question that the small Pacific island nation of Palau is grappling with as it tries to combat illegal fishing. The country's rich marine ecosystem is now at
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This Rare Stick Insect Is Among the Last of Its Kind

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This is the black beauty stick insect, a rare species only found in a tiny 12-acre area high in the mountains of northern Peru. Only discovered in 2005, not much is known about these insects, but they are believed to be most active at night when their dee
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Could There Be Another Polio Epidemic in the U.S.?

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Paul Alexander is one of the last few remaining polio survivors that depend on iron lungs—half-century-old machines that force inhabitants to breathe. Read the full feature about the Last of the Iron Lungs here http://gizmo.do/5YzAxdk Subscribe to G
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Enter Japan’s Bizarre Museum of Rocks With Faces

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If you’re ever in Japan, consider a trip to Chineskikan, located two hours outside Tokyo in the city of Chichibu. The peculiar museum is the only one of its kind, dedicated entirely to rocks that look like human faces. Owned and operated by Yoshiko Hayama
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Meet the Man Bringing Hip-Hop to the Deaf

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Although he’s had profound hearing loss his entire life, Matt Maxey didn’t learn to sign until he was 18 years old. He began to practice his ASL by signing along to the lyrics of his favorite artists and uploading videos to YouTube. Now, as the CEO and fo
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The Small, but Mighty, Hercules Beetle

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Reaching up to 17 cm in length, the Hercules beetle is one of the largest insects in the world. They’re commonly identified by the characteristic horn-like pincers found on male beetles. Just like its heroic namesake, these little guys are strong. They ca
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Inside the Mind of a Dog

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Gregory Berns spent his entire life around dogs. So when his most beloved pet passed away, he began to wonder whether his dog reciprocated the same love and care he felt for him. As a neuroscientist at Emory University, he took his curiosity to the test.
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The Man Clearing 9,000 Tons of Trash From Mumbai’s Beaches

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Over three years ago, Versova beach in Mumbai was little more than a dumping ground for garbage and waste. After witnessing the devastating impact the refuse was having on the ocean, Afroz Shah decided to take matters into his own hands. What started off
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Behold the Bactrian Camel

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Meet Gemma, a Bactrian camel at the Greater Vancouver Zoo. At nearly 8 feet tall, she’s a beaut. Bactrians are the largest of all living camel species. Native to central Asia, these guys are special for rocking two humps instead of one. Their woolen coats
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Inside NASA’s Mission to Track Greenland’s Ice Melt

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Greenland’s Inuit people have been living on the ice for thousands of years, but in the winter of 1963, they noticed glaciers melting in the winter for the first time. Decades later, a team of NASA scientists would be the first to prove that Greenland’s i
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Saving Baby Animals With the Milk Lab

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Milk — it’s the elixir of life, the one food all mammals need to survive. But not all milk is the same; every species has its own particular formula. At the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., one team of scientists is dedicated to studying all there is to
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The Surprising Plant Helping Kenyan Farmers Prosper

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Many families in Kisumu, Kenya survive by making rope out of sisal—a fierce-looking plant with sharp, sword-like leaves. The rope can be used to make bags, floor mats and other craft items. Yet because processing sisal is difficult and time consuming, the
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Fighting Food Waste in Los Angeles

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When Rick Nahmias realized that fresh produce in his community was routinely being tossed out for minor bruising or browning, he knew something needed to be done to end the unnecessary waste. He founded Food Forward, a non-profit dedicated to ending hunge
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Meet the Dog Protecting Planes From Bird Strikes

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Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, cooler than a cucumber in a bowl of hot sauce, it’s Piper the Aviation Bird Dog, ready for duty. Alongside his handler Brian Edwards, the dynamic duo protects the planes at Cherry Capital Air
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France’s Forgotten Castle

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Nestled in the countryside sits an abandoned castle that was once the hub of French aristocratic parties. The Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers was first built in the 14th century as a stronghold for French nobles. In the Middle Ages, it was conquered by th
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Turning Gas Guzzlers Into Clean Cars

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In Mexico City, more than 3.5 million cars navigate the streets, plazas and avenues of North America’s most populous urban area. That makes for a ton of exhaust, but luckily, there’s a solution to this environmental problem. Enter engineer/auto mechanic A
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Exploring France … in Miniature

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Where can you see the Eiffel Tower, Mont Saint-Michel and the Arc de Triomphe, all within mere steps of each other? France, of course—or, to be specific, France Miniature. Located in Élancourt, two hours outside of Paris, France Miniature is a theme park
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Meet the Street Artist Transforming Dubai

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For most of his life, artist Myneandyours lived and worked in his native London. But after 28 years there, he felt the pull to help create a culture, rather than simply be a part of one already well established. So, Myneandyours took his creative talents
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For the Animal Lover in All of Us

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If you’re a pet lover, you understand the personal connection that can develop between humans and animals. In this reel, we meet with people whose love for their little creatures goes above and beyond. From a dog haven in Costa Rica to a rabbit paradise i
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This Tortoise Will Outlive Us All

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Meet Mr. Mac, an Aldabra tortoise at Zoo Boise. He’s a hefty fellow, and he’s seen a whole lotta life. Endowed with an enormous domed shell, large claws and a long neck, these tortoises can grow up to four feet in length and 500 pounds in weight. And with
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He Voiced ‘The Animaniacs’ and Other ‘90s Cartoons

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You know his voice from your favorite ‘90s cartoons; he gave life to Pinky from “Pinky and the Brain,” Yakko from “Animaniacs,” and even Raphael in the original “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” series. His name? Rob Paulsen. Meet the voice actor who helped
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Freediving With Japan’s Pearl Divers

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Aiko Ono was working as a photographer in the bustling megalopolis of Tokyo, but she had long dreamed of the ocean. When an unexpected opportunity arose, she left her life in the city to join Japan’s legendary female “ama” divers. For centuries, ama diver
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The Amazon Boiling River

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When Andrés Ruzo was a boy, his grandfather would tell him tales of a mythical city of gold deep in the heart of the Peruvian jungle. Though never believing the stories to be true, the legend of the lost city stuck with him into adulthood. Years la
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At Notre Dame, Football Goes Robotic

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At the University of Notre Dame, football is sacred. Student spirit for the game pervades all of campus—if you’re not on the team, you’re certainly rooting for the Fighting Irish come game day. But for one club of engineering students, s
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A Panoramic View of Budapest

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Among the steep hills of Budapest, along the Danube River, sits a terrace with some of the most incredible views of the city. The Fisherman’s Bastion was built at the turn of the 20th century as a celebration of the 1000th anniversary of the Hungarian sta
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The World’s Most Magnificent Libraries

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In this reel, we circumnavigate the globe in search of some of the most unusual and awe-inspiring libraries collecting more than just books. We begin in Alaska at a particularly *macabre* library checking out preserved and taxidermied animals, head on ove
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Blind Birdwatcher Sees With Sound

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Juan Pablo Culasso is a birdwatcher in Uruguay, but he doesn't see birds the way that most birdwatchers do. In fact, he doesn’t see them at all. Born without sight, Culasso listens to the birds and has developed a keen ability to identify their distinct c
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Living With 80,000 Birds to Make Bird Nest Soup

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Resting on a steep hill on the island of San Pascual, Philippines, is a house that’s home to one man and 80,000 birds. These tiny black-and-brown birds are known as “swiftlets,” and they’re a hot commodity in the country. Their nests are formed from harde
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Meet Some of Africa's Most Incredible (and Endangered) Animals

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Meet some of Africa's most colorful residents as we take a tour of the continent through the eyes of the incredible creatures who call it home. From a "jackass" penguin to an ornery eagle, a cheetah to a hungry rhino, these amazing animals are worth getti
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Exploring Worlds Deep Beneath the Earth

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In this reel, we're venturing deep, deep underground. We begin in Stockholm at the world's longest art gallery, explore the mysteries of shell grotto, and visit the hidden metropolis 150 feet beneath Kansas City. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR6Acb This stor
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Tourists Help Discover New Species in Peru’s Rainforest

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Earth is home to two million known insect species, but some researchers believe that there could be between 10 and 20 million on our planet. That’s a lot of bugs to discover! Luckily, there’s Refugio Amazonas. Located in one of the most biodiverse nations
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This Peruvian Farmer Grows Over 400 Varieties of Potatoes

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Consider the humble potato. Many of us take the starchy tuber for granted. But not Julio Hancco Mamani. That’s because deep in the Andes mountains, in the Cusco region of Peru, this “Potato King” is continuing a family legacy by cultivating more than 400
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Radio Free Orca: A Broadcast for World Peace

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In the 1960s, Paul Spong was a young neuroscientist at the University of British Columbia. Then, part of his job was to study orcas (or killer whales) at an aquarium. But Spong quickly understood how badly these highly sentient, intelligent creatures suff
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Floating Pockets of Paradise

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In this reel we take you on an island getaway. We travel to a place inhabited only by rabbits, experience the alien beauty of Socotra island, and get off the grid with a couple building their own sustainable floating fortress. SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/vR
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Step into the Sewage Cathedral

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Think sewage treatment facilities aren’t glamorous? English engineers from the 19th century would disagree. The Crossness Pumping Station in East London was one of the first of its kind, and it drew visitors from around the world. Instead of bland walls,
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Europe's Largest Monument Marks Napoleon's Surrender

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Standing nearly 300 feet tall, Europe’s largest monument is a dedication to the army that defeated Napoleon. Named after the battle that took place in 1813, The Monument to the Battle of the Nations is located in Leipzig, Germany, at the very site where N
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In Peru, a 'Foggy' Solution to a Water Shortage

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Millions of people in Peru lack access to safe water and sewage services. But Abel Cruz Gutiérrez has a solution. Gutiérrez, president of the "Peruvians Without Water" association, uses an ingenious system of "fog catchers" to make water accessible to res
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Better Living Through Snail Slime (And How It’s Harvested)

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For centuries, humans have put snail slime on their faces. Why? They believed its nutrient-rich properties fought wrinkles, scars and redness. Modern research shows they were right to covet snail slime, and that’s where Simone Sampò comes in. After realiz
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Why Swans in England Get the Royal Treatment

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In the United Kingdom, you may eat ducks, chickens, geese, but NOT swans—NOT EVER. Why? Because all swans in the UK can belong to Queen Elizabeth II, and are officially protected. Every year in England since the 12th century, the queen’s swan marker and h
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Preserving Prehistoric Lizards With the Iguana King

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We’ve all met a crazy cat lady or maybe a neighbor with an insane collection of pet turtles. Now, let us introduce you to Ramón Medina Archundia: the iguana guy. Archundia loves iguanas so much that he fosters hundreds of them in his front yard in Manzani
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Swim With Manta Rays, the Ocean’s Peaceful Giants

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For as long as she can remember, Dr. Andrea Marshall wanted to be a marine biologist. Now, she’s living out her dream with one of the ocean’s most amazing creatures. That is, Marshall studies and helps protect giant manta rays. While Marshall’s work takes
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Protecting Our Oceans from Ghost Traps

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At any given time, there are thought to be over 360,000 tons of loose fishing gear floating through our oceans. These disregarded pieces of debris are a danger to our aquatic ecosystems, trapping fish, turtles, birds and even whales. Kurt Lieber assembled
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No Roads, No Cars, Just Boats

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Most of us town-and-city dwellers spend our days pounding hard, paved ground. But in Giethoorn, Holland, residents float through canals. Built without roads, a series of waterways and bridges connect the town’s 2,400 residents. This incredible aquatic inf
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Float Through Japan's Floral Fairytale Wonderland

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Located just an hour's drive from Tokyo is the 23-acre Ashikaga Flower Park, home to over 350 brilliantly pastel-colored flowers including Japan's oldest and largest wisteria, which adorns an entire half-acre in bright hanging bulbs. The park is a year-ro
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17 Year Periodical Cicadas - Planet Earth - BBC Earth

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The biggest insect emergence on the planet is underway - after an absence of 17 years the next batch of Periodical Cicadas will grace the Forest for just a mere few days. For the Turtle and other Forest inhabitants this will be one very rare but ultimatel
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Explore the Melting Ice Caves of Alaska’s Mendenhall Glacier

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Mendenhall Glacier is a spectacular 12-mile-long glacier near Juneau, Alaska. Ice caves make up its surreal interior. Only the truly adventurous can access its icy walls, as the trip to see them requires a kayak trip, an ice climb and—once you're inside—t

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