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Count By Category | Counting | Early Math | Khan Academy

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Learn to count the number of things in different categories. Practice this lesson yourself on KhanAcademy.org right now: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/early-math/cc-early-math-counting-topic/cc-early-math-comparing-numbers/e/sort-groups-by-count?utm_so
Our Universe is SO big, it's mindblowing! BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Professor Brian Cox takes us on a journey from a small picnic on Earth... to the deepest depths of space over ten billion light years away #BBC
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Snoring hummingbird - Super Cute Animals - BBC

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Programme website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b053d3b0 A sleepy hummingbird snores away. #bbc All our TV channels
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The Best Dogs Of BBC Earth | Top 5 | BBC Earth

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We've collected the most precious moments from our beloved canine companions: from cute puppies opening their eyes for the first time, to loyal wild dogs and incredibly intelligent pets.Subscribe: http://bit.ly/BBCEarthSub Watch more: Planet Earth http://
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Baby jaguar's very first swim - BBC

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Maya needs to learn how to use her back legs properly and Giles takes her to a dog hydrotherapy centre for her first sw
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Brain Surgeon - That Mitchell & Webb Look , Series 3 - BBC Two

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ http://www.bbc.co.uk/bbctwo Comedy sketch show starring David Mitchell and Robert Webb. #bbc All our TV channels and S4
'There's no one way to be autistic' | BBC Ideas

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In this beautiful animation, author Sara Gibbs shares how being diagnosed with autism as an adult changed her relationship with herself.You can watch more about autism in this BBC documentary, Christine McGuinness: Unmasking My Autism https://www.bbc.co.u
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How to grow an UNLIMITED amount of fresh herbs BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Who would have thought it was so easy!Credit: @joesgarden TikTok#BBC #TheGreenPlanet #BBCiPlayer #shorts #BBCshortsWatch The Green Planet on iP
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Meet Dubai's richest teenager, @Money Kicks BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Money Kicks reveals his new Rolls Royce colour wrap #BBC #InsideDubai #BBCiPlayerWatch Inside Dubai on BBC iPlayerAll our TV channels and S4C a
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How do astronauts go to the bathroom in space? | QI BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Sandi Toksvig, Alan Davies, Maisie Adam, Jo Brand and Lee Mack find out how astronauts go to the bathroom in space.#BBC #QI #BBCiPlayerAll our
The fake 'kitchen hacks' with billions of views - BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Watch more from BBC Click https://www.youtube.com/user/ClickBBCVideos showing off "kitchen hacks" and baking ideas have clocked up billions of
The fake 'kitchen hacks' with billions of views - BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Watch more from BBC Click https://www.youtube.com/user/ClickBBCVideos showing off "kitchen hacks" and baking ideas have clocked up billions of
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation of the Brain - Royal Institution Christmas Lectures - BBC Four

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home More about this programme: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b018l6vy Professor Bruce Hood uses a magnet to show that the brain uses electrical s
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Bird is eaten by giant fish - Blue Planet II: Episode 1 Preview - BBC One

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SUBSCRIBE to the OFFICIAL BBC YouTube channel https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn LAUNCH BBC iPlayer to watch full BBC programmes online now https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Programme website: http://bbc.in/2xpzMfN Giant trevallies launch themselves out of the water to catch fl
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The family with six fingers - Countdown To Life: The Extraordinary Making Of You: Episode 1 - BBC

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Programme website: http://bbc.in/1NzqyTq Michael Mosley visits the Da Silvas in Brasilia to see a family who grow six d
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How Lord of the Rings director brought colour to WW1 - BBC

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ A behind the scenes look at how director Peter Jackson created his WWI documentary, They Shall Not Grow Old, using the
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The giant water lily is VICIOUS! The Green Planet BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Discover the weird and wonderful world of plants.#BBC #GreenPlanet #BBCiPlayer #documentaryWatch The Green Planet on iPlayerAll our TV channels
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How you've been making tea WRONG your entire life - BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSub Watch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Cherry Healey gets some scientific tips on making the best possible cup of tea with a tea bag. Inside The Factory | Series 3 'Tea Bags' | BBC
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The Liquid That Flows Upwards - The Royal Institution Christmas Lecture 2010, Preview - BBC Four

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home More about this programme: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00x1ygpMaterial scientist Dr Mark Miodownik demonstrates an incredible ferro-fluid
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What do lucky people do differently? | BBC Ideas

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Why is it that some people seem to have all the luck? And can we improve our fortunes? The BBC's Tui McLean explores the ins and outs of being lucky.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-------------------------------------------------------------
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Jay Blades journey of learning to read BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Jay Blades is on an incredible journey of learning to read, and is determined to be able to read his daughter a bedtime story.Watch Jay Blades:
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Can We Build An Elevator To Space? - The Royal Institution Christmas Lecture 2010 - BBC Four

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home More about this programme: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00x1ynyMaterials scientist Dr Mark Miodownik reveals that we are now capable of mak
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What is flow and how can it help you achieve more? | BBC Ideas

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This video shows you how tennis players achieve 'a state of flow' - and offers a few tips on how it can help you too on your daily life.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by BBC Scotland.-------------------Do you have a curio
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Seven video games that changed the world | BBC Ideas

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Which video games are the most iconic of all time? Aoife Wilson of Eurogamer assesses seven epic titles.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by BBC Archive. ---------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the ri
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5 things you really need to know about AI | BBC Ideas

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Terrified, excited or just bewildered by artificial intelligence? Heres what you really need to know about AI. Script by the BBC's Marc Cieslak.Animated by Christopher Brooks.Made in partnership with @TheOpenUniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.
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What is it like to be homeless? | BBC Ideas

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Is it scary on the streets? Why do some homeless people have dogs? Two people with experience of homelessness answer some of the most searched questions online.Made by ITN productions.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--------------------------
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Where Did The Easter Island Statues Come From? - #Attenborough90 - BBC

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Sir David Attenborough looked into the history of the statues on the remote Easter Island to discover how these astonishing monuments were first created. Watch the full program on BBC One 7pm Sunday 08/05/2016 UK. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtub
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Mobula Rays belly flop to attract a mate - Shark: Episode 2 Preview - BBC One

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Programme website: http://bbc.co.uk/shark Hoping to attract a mate, Mobula Rays leap out of the water in order to make
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Why the moon is still such a mystery | BBC Ideas

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The moon has always fascinated us - why is it so alluring and what does it mean to us?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Flock London. -----------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC Id
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Why do we binge-watch? | BBC Ideas

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What makes us binge-watch shows like Killing Eve or Game of Thrones? And is it a problem - or could it actually be good for us?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right pl
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Does your name suit your face? | BBC Ideas

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Five nuggets about names to get you thinking. Does the sound of your name match the shape of your face? Do middle initials in your name really matter?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------------------------------------------------
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Capitalism: Is it here to stay? | BBC Ideas

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How did capitalism start? How does it work? Is it here to stay? The Economist's Anne McElvoy tells the story of this economic system.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else.------------Do you have a curious mind?
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Are aliens already watching us? | BBC Ideas

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We've been sending signals into the universe for decades. Should we stop advertising ourselves? And if we stopped, could aliens still find us? MIT quantum astrochemist Clara Sousa-Silva explains. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav -------------
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PRANKED! Served her own food in top restaurant - BBC

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SUBSCRIBE to the OFFICIAL BBC YouTube channel https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn LAUNCH BBC iPlayer to watch full BBC programmes online now https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Michael McIntyre and Michel Roux TRICK woman into eating her own food in Michelin Restaurant A mum from
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How instant noodles went global | BBC Ideas

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Here's the story of how instant noodles went global - with the help of students, workers and prisoners.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was animated by Justin Quinlan. ---------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right pl
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Penguin chicks rescued by unlikely hero | Spy in the Snow - BBC

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SUBSCRIBE for more BBC highlights: https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn WATCH full programmes on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ When Emperor penguin chicks are left threatened by a Giant petrel, an unlikely rescuer is on hand to help. Spy in the Snow | BBC #Spyinth
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Why your belly button is amazing | BBC Ideas

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Whether you have an innie or an outie, you definitely have one. So, here's a load of facts about your belly button.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC
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The truth about the Spartans | BBC Ideas

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The Spartans of Ancient Greece are known for their bravery, discipline and witty one-liners. But do we need a more nuanced view? Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.
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The plant that catfishes The Green Planet BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home The flower of the warty hammer orchid perfectly mimics the behaviour, shape and smell of a flightless female thynnid wasp in order to lure male
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Explaining The Tree of Life - #Attenborough90 - BBC

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This astonishing video from Charles Darwin and the Tree of Life is the story of life on Earth over millions of years. Watch the full program on BBC One 7pm Sunday 08/05/2016 UK. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=B
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The extraordinary final test to become a Shaolin Master | Sacred Wonders - BBC

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SUBSCRIBE to the OFFICIAL BBC YouTube channel https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn LAUNCH BBC iPlayer to watch full BBC programmes online now https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ At the Shaolin Temple in China, a Buddhist warrior monk faces a test that will change the course of his
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How to tell if someone is lying to you | BBC Ideas

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How can you tell if someone is lying or telling the truth? It's not as simple as you might think to spot a lie. Here's why you should use your ears, not your eyes, to spot a liar.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-------------------------------
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What is deja vu? | BBC Ideas

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Deja vu is pretty weird. We've almost all experienced it at some time. But what actually is deja vu?Animated by Flock London.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.
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What do our eyes say about us? | BBC Ideas

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Our eyeballs have evolved from a tiny, light-sensitive patch to the incredible, complex organs we have today. But what can our eyes actually tell us about ourselves?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavFind more videos like this in our playlist Th
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Three women who changed how we see the universe | BBC Ideas

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These three amazing women astronomers - Henrietta Swan Leavitt, Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin and Vera Rubin - changed the way we see the universe. Astrophysicist Jo Dunkley explains what she learnt from them. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav ----
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If you're blind what do you see when you dream? | BBC Ideas

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Do blind people have heightened senses? What do blind people see when they dream? We put some of the most searched questions on the internet... to those best placed to answer.Made by ITN Productions.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-----------
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Could we live without any fossil fuels at all? | BBC Ideas

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Former UN climate chief Christiana Figueres outlines her vision of a world that's entirely free of fossil fuels.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else.---------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre
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Some truly absurd ancient beliefs | BBC Ideas

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The Greeks and Romans gave us so much, but not everything they thought has stood the test of time. Classicist Daisy Dunn unpicks five nonsensical pearls of wisdom from the past. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--------------------------------
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Living With Tiger Cubs - Tigers About The House - BBC

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The cubs are using anyone and anything to try out their new teeth so Giles wants to put them to the test.Taken from Tigers About The House. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: htt
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What happens inside you when you read a story | BBC Ideas

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Stories are just stories, right? Not really. They are also incredibly powerful - and can both reduce prejudice, and help persuade. Heres what actually happens inside us when we read. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------Do you have a c
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A brief history of socialism | BBC Ideas

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What exactly is socialism? And where is it heading? Stephen Bush, political editor at the New Statesman, shares his view.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin Else. --------------------Do you have a curious mind? You
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Cute Affectionate Monkeys - Lands Of The Monsoon - BBC

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The Crested Black Macaque live in forests which sit directly in the path of the monsoon but it is thanks to these rains that babies develop characteristics more like humans then you might think... Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscriptio
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Do eggs contain the secrets of the universe? | BBC Ideas

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Eggs are amazing. They're the pinnacle of design and possibly the shape of the universe itself. Welcome to the wonderful world of eggs.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Flock London. ----------------Do you have a curious
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Zionism: A very brief history | BBC Ideas

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Confused about what Zionism actually is? Here's a three-minute history from SOAS professor, historian and author, Colin Shindler.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was animated by Somethin' Else. ---------------Do you have a curious m
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Why do we have so much stuff? | BBC Ideas

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Modern life just seems to be full of... well, stuff! But why do we have so much of it? What's happening in our minds when we buy new things? Should we consume less and declutter? Watch next Can fashion ever be sustainable? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=
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Why time seems to fly as you get older | BBC Ideas

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Ever wondered where the last year of your life went? Neuroscientist David Eagleman sheds some light on the time-bending power of your brain. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was animated by Peter Caires. --------------------Do you h
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Why does time go forwards not backwards? | BBC Ideas

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Time moves forwards not backwards. We all know that. But why? Science journalist Alok Jha explains all. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Flock London. ---------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right p
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Sir David Attenborough witnesses a MAGICAL moment The Green Planet BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home The beautiful moment Sir David Attenborough witnesses a bat feeding from a Seven Hour flower. #BBC #GreenPlanet #BBCiPlayerWatch The Green Plan
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March Of The Red Crabs - Lands Of The Monsoon - BBC

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For most of the year they hide below ground but with the monsoon and rising humidity it's time to spawn as the red crabs begin to march. However they face many dangers in their way... Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_
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How to tie shoelaces the RIGHT way | BBC Ideas

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Fed up with your shoelaces coming undone? Maybe you should try the 'superior reef' knot. Or if you're feeling fancy, the stylish Berluti. Find out how to tie your shoelaces the RIGHT way.Made by Objekt Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--
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What will we eat for breakfast in 2039? | BBC Ideas

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Fancy a bowl of insects? How about music-infused coffee delivered by drone? Welcome to your future breakfast. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav ------------------- Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is
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David Attenborough encounters the most DANGEROUS plant in the desert! The Green Planet BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Did anyone else wince when they watched this? #GreenPlanet #BBCiPlayerWatch The Green Planet on iPlayerAll our TV channels and S4C are availabl
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What multitasking does to your brain | BBC Ideas

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In life, there is always so much to do... but is multitasking the answer? Can we really multitask? Here's what goes on in our brains when we try, and why multitasking (mostly) doesn't work. Made in partnership with the Open University by Mosaic Films.Subs
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Four ways your brain is playing tricks on you | BBC Ideas

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Is your brain your own worst enemy? Have you fallen into any of these mind traps recently? An exploration of the world of cognitive bias. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by The Moment. ---------------------------- Do you
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David Attenborough will make you think about weeds in a different light The Green Planet - BBC

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSubWatch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of plants! #GreenPlanet #BBCiPlayerWatch The Green Planet on iPlayerAll our TV channels and S4C are av
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The secret history of witches | BBC Ideas

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Persecution, torture and swimming "tests" - what it was like to be accused of witchcraft in 17th Century England?Made by Preston Street Films in partnership with @TheOpenUniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________
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Sir David Attenborough Reads Charles Darwin - #Attenborough90 - BBC

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Sir David reads the final paragraph of The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin. Watch Attenborough At 90 on BBC One 7pm Sunday 08/05/2016 UK. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: h
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Five ways to stop getting distracted | BBC Ideas

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Why is it so hard to stop getting distracted? Is there a way to be better at it? Here are five tips to help you distraction-proof your mind and focus from author Nir Eyal.Made by Brendan Miller.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------
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What's the point of noses? | BBC Ideas

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We all have noses. But what's the point of noses? And why do noses stick out? A quick look at the evolution and science of the human nose.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the rig
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How Do Dragonflies See The World? - Animal Super Senses - BBC

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The Dragonflies vision is so quick but will it detect the high speed pea? Taken from Animal Super Senses. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/BBCEarth BBC E
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Seagrass In Dubai Palms - Wild Arabia - BBC

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The man-made Dubai Palms hosts a seabed as rich as the plains of Africa, perfect for sea grass. Taken from Wild Arabia. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/
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Bonobo Loves Being Tickled - Animals In Love - BBC

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Bonobos are apes with a lot of love to give. They have an interesting matriarchal social structure which is run by females and they are very physical and good humoured with each other. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add
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Where do phobias come from? | BBC Ideas

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Scared of spiders, holes, heights...? Phobias are very common. But why do we have phobias? What causes phobias? Where do phobias come from?Feel like watching more? What happens when humans can't touch? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErWfdjdOah8&Made by S
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Tiger Cubs Playing With Dogs - Tigers About The House - BBC

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Giles is in full swing with the cubs growing up, they're now playing with the dogs and having their paw print taken. Taken from Tigers About The House. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube
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Magic trick: Convince your friends they're psychic! - Barry and Stuart - BBC Three

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Subscribe and to the BBC https://bit.ly/BBCYouTubeSub Watch the BBC first on iPlayer https://bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Play the trick at: http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/bbcthree/psychic_card_trick/psychic_card_trick.swf ESP Testing video explanation Here's the spec
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Why being bilingual is good for your brain | BBC Ideas

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What does bilingualism do to the brain? And are there benefits to being bilingual? Turns out there are lots of upsides. Made by Black Lab FilmsSubscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav____________________________Do you have a curious mind? Youre in th
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Tiger Cubs Swimming For The First Time - Tigers About The House - BBC

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Giles takes the cubs for their first ever swim but will it be too overwhelming for them? Taken from Tigers About The House. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.
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Collared Pika Prepares For Winter - Wild Alaska - BBC

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The collared pika is hard at work for the months ahead, gathering food meticulously ensuring his own survival. Taken from Wild Alaska. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://w
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The hashtag… the story of # before Twitter and Instagram | BBC Ideas

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Some call it the pig pen, others the octothorpe. Here are some curious facts about the humble hashtag before it became big on Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav -------------------------- Do you have a curious mind? You’r
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Three minutes to the centre of the Earth | BBC Ideas

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Follow us on journey of discovery, from the surface of our planet all the way down to its core. What will we find?Animated by Flock.Made with Dr Paula Koelemeijer, in partnership with the @royalsociety. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav_______
How to win at... stone skimming | Episode 5 | BBC Ideas

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Stone skimming isn't easy - there are whole championships devoted to the art of the perfect throw. Want to be a champ? Have a watch of this to learn how to become a stone skimming pro in less than 3 minutes.Made by Splinter Design.Want to watch more like
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Swimming With Humpback Whales - Super Giant Animals - BBC

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Steve Backshall has an amazing experience as he swims with two whales who interact with him. Taken from Super Giant Animals. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube
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Baby Elephant Finds Her Feet - Lands Of The Monsoon - BBC

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This young elephant has much to learn as she finds her feet and learns how to prepare the delicacy water hyacinth, whilst avoiding the indian one horned rhinos... Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Ear
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Why boredom is good for you - BBC REEL

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Many people believe there is no benefit to boredom, but it is a very important emotion, as psychologist Sandi Mann explains. For more videos from BBC REEL visit: http://www.bbc.com/reel/ #bbcreel #bbc #bbcnews
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Ant Fortress Under Attack! - Life Story - BBC

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A weaver ant fortress comes under attack from a neighbouring colony but is the home guard enough to defend and protect the next generation? Taken from Life Story. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Ear
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Grizzly Hunts For Clams - Wild Alaska - BBC

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With a feast due to be delivered from the ocean these grizzly bears have to wait until it comes in. In the meantime clams will have to serve as a starter. Taken from Wild Alaska. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=
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Four failed inventions that changed the world | BBC Ideas

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The mouse, the pacemaker, VR, the synthetic fibre Kevlar... all four started off as failed inventions. So there's hope for us all!Made by Objekt Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre
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Why we see faces in clouds | BBC Ideas

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Ever since Aristotle we've been told we have five senses but now it's thought we could have 20 or more. We all perceive the world quite differently. Here's why - and more about how perception works.Made in partnership with the Open University by Mosaic Fi
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What is libertarianism? A simple guide | BBC Ideas

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What is libertarianism? And why do its proponents want the state kept at arm's length? Philosopher Julian Baggini explores this political philosophy. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else. ---------------------
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Should we all write in Chinese? | BBC Ideas

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What if the whole world used the same writing system? Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by Angel Sharp Media. Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the right place. Our aim on BBC Ideas is to feed your curiosity, to open yo
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Why your first memory is probably wrong | BBC Ideas

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How does memory work? How is memory stored in the brain? What's your first memory? Our memories are integral to our sense of self - but can we actually trust them? Made in partnership with the Open University by Mosaic Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https:/
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High heels: A surprising history | BBC Ideas

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High-heeled shoes werent always worn by women the very first heels were actually designed as military footwear for men and were seen as "manly" and "butch". Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-----------------------------------------------------
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Schizophrenia: Breaking the mental health stigma | BBC Ideas

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Esme Weijun Wang has schizoaffective disorder and says to break the taboo around schizophrenia, more people need to tell their stories.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Do police sketches actually help catch criminals? | BBC Ideas

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How accurate are police sketches? And how well are witnesses able to remember and describe criminals? Are police sketches effective in solving crime? And what are some of the new approaches being tested out?Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav___
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What do your feet reveal about you? | BBC Ideas

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What can your feet tell you about your health and personality? More than you might think... A whizz through some foot facts.Made by GRACE ProductionsLiked this video? Why not find out more about your nose here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clz0kotXJNISu
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Mystery Of Elephant Infrasounds Revealed - Animal Super Senses - BBC

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Patrick finds out the fascinating way in which elephants use infrasound to detent impending storms. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/BBCEarth BBC Earth F
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Kung Fu Mantis Vs Jumping Spider - Life Story - BBC

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When attacked an orchid Mantis is capable of it's own self defence in the form of Kung Fu. Taken from Life Story. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/BBCEar
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The surprising history of sneakers | BBC Ideas

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A speedy look at the history of sneakers (or trainers) and the profound impact that they have had on our culture, economies and the environment, written by Nicholas Smith. This video is based on 'Sneakernomics' podcast from BBC Radio 4 https://www.bbc.co.
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How to win at arm-wrestling in three easy steps | BBC Ideas

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Want to win at arm-wrestling? Have you heard of the top roll strategy? The captain of the GB team shares his secrets to give you an edge. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by Splinter Design. -------------------------------
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Chicks Jump Off Cliff - Life Story - BBC

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A Barnacle gosling must dive over 400ft from it's nest on a cliff top to reach it's parents down below. Taken from Life Story. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtu
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How the humble bean can help the world | BBC Ideas

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Beans... They're highly versatile, nutritious, cheap and great for the environment. Heres why the future is looking decidedly beany Made by Don Dada Studios, in partnership with @oxforduniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav_____________
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Can planes be made greener? | BBC Ideas

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As passenger numbers continue to grow, making planes green is a huge challenge. Can air travel be made more sustainable?Made by Costanza Gambarini, in partnership with the@royalsociety. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav________________________
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What do your table manners say about you? | BBC Ideas

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From elbows on the table to slurping your noodles, here's how to navigate eating and dining etiquette, some table manners do's and don'ts around the world, and more on why table manners matter.Made by Preston Street Films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bb
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Handraising Twin Tiger Cubs - Tigers About The House - BBC

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Giles Clark watches over the cubs as they begin their first few days of life and with that Giles makes an important decision to safeguard their future... Taken from Tigers About The House. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center
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Why do people lie and how often are you lied to? | BBC Ideas

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Why do we lie? And how often are you lied to? Well, sorry to break it to you, but it's probably more than you think. People lie to avoid punishment, for personal gain or because they get a kick out of it. Basically there are lots of reasons that people li
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The quiet power of introverts | BBC Ideas

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Are you an introvert? If so, that's great! Sofja Umarik (who is an introvert) looks at how it can be a real strength.Made by Sofja Umarik.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in t
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String theory - a simple way to understand the universe | BBC Ideas

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Theoretical physicist Michio Kaku explains why he thinks string theory is the best way to understand how the universe works.If youre interested in hearing from more leading scientists about their life and work, download the BBC Radio 4 podcast The Life Sc
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3 keys to success for young people | BBC Ideas

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Writer and poet Lemn Sissay looks at why some children from tough backgrounds do well in life, despite the odds being stacked against them.Made by Jist Studios, in partnership with @oxforduniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav__________
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The incredible story of the boy who invented Braille | BBC Ideas

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How 15-year-old Louis Braille invented a revolutionary tactile code for the visually impaired.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav---------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BBC Ideas is to feed your curio
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The Story of Physics: Extended Version - Dara O Briain's Science Club - Episode 2 - BBC Two

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ More about this programme: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01p014h Balls, pendulums, apples and magnets all played the
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Pink for girls, blue for boys - why do we gender toys? | BBC Ideas

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Pink and sparkles for girls... blue and diggers for boys. Why do we still have so many gendered toys? And what impact does this have on our children?Made by Flock London.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav-----------------------------------Do yo
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5 ways you can demolish creative blocks | BBC Ideas

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From colouring in to the 'vomit draft', actor and writer Kayode Ewumi shares tips for unleashing your inner creativity. Here are five ways you can demolish creative blocks...Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------------------------
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What is an algorithm and how do they work? | BBC Ideas

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What is an algorithm? You may be familiar with the idea in the context of Instagram, YouTube or Facebook, but it can feel like a big, abstract concept. Heres presenter Jon Stroud with a down-to-earth guide to what on earth algorithms actually do.Made by J
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An army of spider crabs shed their shells - Blue Planet II: Episode 5 - BBC One

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SUBSCRIBE to the OFFICIAL BBC YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn LAUNCH BBC iPlayer to access Live TV and Box Sets: https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Programme website: http://bbc.in/2jXxliV Spider crabs congregate in massive numbers to find some space to grow.
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Im autistic heres why I decided to stop masking | BBC Ideas

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Flo has spent much of her life camouflaging or masking who she really is in order to fit into the non-autistic world. Here's why she decided to stop.Made by BBC Studios.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavFind more mini docs in our playlist https
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Two Beautiful Humpback Whales Dance - Animal Attraction - BBC

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Male humpback whales repeat each others songs and add to them so they become ever more complex and beautiful, showing off their memory and sheer volume. Taken from Animal Attraction. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_u
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Amazing Crabs Shell Exchange - Life Story - BBC

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As a hermit crab grows its shell becomes a tighter fit so eventually the crabs need to move into a bigger one, leading to an amazing exchange. Taken from Life Story. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC
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Five tips to get a new habit to stick | BBC Ideas

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Why are new habits so hard to stick to? Dr Radha Modgil explains what's going on in our brains when we try to make new habits or break bad ones. And she has five tips for how to succeed in making a new habit.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav--
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Cute Tiger Cubs Pose For Cameras - Tigers About The House - BBC

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Giles Clark unveils the cubs to the press as they announce their plans to help Tiger conservation using the cubs. Taken from Tigers About The House. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Cha
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Cubs Meet Adult Tiger For The First Time - Tigers About The House - BBC

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As the cubs grow up Giles thinks it's time for Spot and Stripe to start socialising with the adult tigers. Taken from Tigers About The House. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: h
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How to stay cool...without warming the planet | BBC Ideas

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As the world warms and heatwaves become more frequent, we turn up the AC. But air conditioning contributes to climate change. What's the solution?Animated by Adam Proctor and made in partnership with @oxforduniversity. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.i
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The Birds That Have Lived For 44 Million Years - Africa - BBC

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The Picathartes have lived in the Congo for 44 million years. When these birds mate they mate for life therefore they have to make a good team. Taken from Africa. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Ear
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How An Arctic Squirrel Survives Winter - Wild Alaska - BBC

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Out in the tundra the Arctic ground squirrel is awakening from his eight month hibernation, the longest deepest hibernation of any animal on on Earth and pretty soon the females will awake too. Taken from Wild Alaska. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.yo
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Why soil is one of the most amazing things on Earth | BBC Ideas

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Soil is underappreciated. But it's vital in so many ways. Here's a look at the importance of soil - and why soil matters so much.This was made in partnership with The Royal Society. Animation by Flock London.Enjoyed this? Have a watch of this video next!
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Dolphins Beach Themselves To Feed - The Hunt - BBC Earth

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These amazing Bottlenose Dolphins have adopted a unique way of hunting Fish. Taking advantage of the low tide, these super smart Mammals are able to beach themselves on mud banks, and attack in perfect synchrony. Taken From The Hunt Subscribe to the BBC E
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The tragic story of the man who invented diesel - and why he would turn in his grave | BBC Ideas

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The tragic tale of Rudolf Diesel, the man who invented diesel engines - and how things could have turned out very differently.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right place.Our aim on BB
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How fractals can help you understand the universe | BBC Ideas

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What is a fractal, and how can fractals help us understand the universe? Classic examples of fractals in nature are broccoli and snowflakes. They can offer a fascinating explanation for how the world works!Written by Brandon Pestano, animated by Christoph
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The Power Of Gravity - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox explores the power of gravity and how small creatures such as insects appear to have superpower strength in comparison to humans. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=B
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Stoffel, the honey badger that can escape from anywhere! - BBC

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ Honey badgers escape from their enclosure using anything from mud balls to rakes. Record books describe the honey badge
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Humpbacks Feast On A Billion Sardines! - Wild Arabia - BBC

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A truly amazing sight is the arrival of a billion indian oil sardines, amassing to over three miles long they can confuse their predators but one of them is unavoidable...Taken from Wild Arabia. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_
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Plankton. A Thank You Would Be Nice - SpongeBob SquarePants - BBC Earth

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Happy World Oceans Day! We've teamed up with the SpongeBob SquarePants team to delve a little deeper into the oceans and find out what plankton has done for us. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth
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Sideburns: A hairy history | BBC Ideas

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Ever wondered where we get the word sideburns from? Here's a short animation dedicated to the man who gave his name to the creeping facial whiskers which became a fashion phenomenon.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Daygl
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Charles Darwin's theory of evolution explained | BBC Ideas

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What is Darwinism? And how much impact did Charles Darwin's theory of evolution have on the world? Philosopher Nigel Warburton explores. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipavThis video was made by Somethin' Else. --------Do you have a curious mind
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The extraordinary power of kindness | BBC Ideas

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Every day for a year Bernadette Russell did a random act of kindness for a stranger. How did it change her? And what happens to your brain when you're kind?Made by Daniel Nils RobertsBased on The Kindness Test, the world's largest study of kindness, launc
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How To Play Like A Polar Bears! - Animal Attraction - BBC

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Polar Bears can detect another bear with their excellent sense of smell, male bears can spend weeks tracking the scent of a female who is ready to mate. Taken from Animal Attraction. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_u
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Why smart people make stupid mistakes | BBC Ideas

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Some people are smart, but make all sorts of mistakes in their lives. Is that you? According to author David Robson, we're not always as smart as we think we are. Here are four thinking traps clever people fall into.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2
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5 things ants can teach us about management | BBC Ideas

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They may be tiny, but here's why us humans could learn a thing or two from ants about leadership and life...Made by Big Deal films.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav----------------------------Do you have a curious mind? Youre in the right plac
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My journey from rock bottom to the top | BBC Ideas

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Computer scientist Sue Black shares the story of her incredible life - and shares a few tips she has learned along the way for success.This is the latest in our Habits of the Highly Successful series. Here's another one ' I saved an innocent man from deat
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What would a world without humans be like? | BBC Ideas

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What would happen if there were no humans on planet Earth? What if all humans disappeared? What would a world without people be like? In a world without humans, what would happen to animals and nature? What would survive? What would thrive?With scientific
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How to write a perfect speech | BBC Ideas

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Cody Keenan, speechwriter to Barack Obama, shares his top tips for how to deliver a speech that will be remembered. He says a great speech is authentic, speaks to something bigger and if you can get some jokes in there, great!Subscribe to BBC Ideas https:
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The Dangers Of The Sun - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox ventures on one of the great railway journeys of the world to study the UV rays from the sun. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: h
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What crows can teach us about getting ahead | BBC Ideas

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From money management to problem solving, us humans could learn a thing or two about success from these "feathered apes".Made by Big Deal FilmsIf you found this interesting, you might like this video too! What elephants can teach us about life https://www
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What Is The Smallest Organism On Earth? - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox looks at the organism that takes up most of our planet, the smallest microorganism of all, bacteria. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Cha
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How To Survive As A Tiny Arctic Fox - Wild Alaska - BBC

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Deadhorse in Alaska, one of the coldest and remotest settlements on Earth is not the most welcoming place for a tiny Arctic Fox. Taken from Wild Alaska. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube
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12 Week Old Bear Cubs Climbing Down Tree - Wild Alaska - BBC

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Most black bears usually make their winter dens on the ground but this bear has made hers higher up, and inside the tree is two new-born cubs who have to make their way down... Taken from Wild Alaska. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscri
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Amazing Underwater Caves - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox walks around and swims amongst the beautiful jungle of Yucatán where there exists an almost perfect eco-system. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth
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3 surprising things you may not know about Queen Victoria | BBC Ideas

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She despised young babies but was passionately in love with her husband Albert. Comedian Russell Kane shares 3 surprising things you may not know about Queen Victoria.You can download all the episodes of Russell's fantastic podcast series Evil Genius here
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Elephants Learn To Work Together - Super Smart Animals - BBC Earth

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These amazing elephants are put through their paces to challenge their cognitive ability when dealing with a complex level of cooperation, more often associated with human beings. Taken From Super Smart Animals Subscribe to the BBC Earth YouTube channel:
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Did house, techno and grime music start with these women? | BBC Ideas

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When an electronic music studio was established in Maida Vale, London, few at the BBC knew why it was there. But experiments in sound in that very studio completely changed how music was composed. Daphne Oram and Delia Derbyshire's research paved the way
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How commuting by rail changed our daily lives | BBC Ideas

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Sick of your daily commute? There was a time when rail commuting could be seen as magical and marvellous. Here is a brief history of rail commuting. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav------------------------------Do you have a curious mind? You
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5 Latin phrases that are still meaningful today | BBC Ideas

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Classicist Daisy Dunn unpicks the Latin phrases that have stood the test of time. Famous Latin phrases such as "in vino veritas", meaning "in wine is truth" from historian Pliny the Elder, are definitely still relevant today!Subscribe to BBC Ideas https:/
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A brief history of memes | BBC Ideas

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Where do memes come from? Why do some memes become popular? This video looks at the evolution and history of memes - and how and why they spread. In the mood for more? Have a watch of this Why I quit social media https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij_xXZAhJP
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What happens to humans when we can't touch? | BBC Ideas

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Touch is how we first communicate as babies. Touch is fundamental to human wellbeing. So what happens when we can't touch - for example during the coronavirus pandemic?Enjoyed this? You might like to watch this video next How limits can boost your creativ
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Do we think differently in different languages? | BBC Ideas

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There are more than 7,000 languages in the world so does that mean there are more than 7,000 ways of seeing it? The Whorfian hypothesis is the idea that the language we speak affects the way we think and even how we see and structure the world around us.
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Spider With Three Super Powers - The Hunt - BBC Earth

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Known for eating other spiders, Portia is a genus of the jumping spider that is able to leap up to 50 times her own body length. Captured by stunning close up footage, we get to witness this amazing spider use its super powers to dine on prey three times
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Eva Kor: The Holocaust survivor who forgave the Nazis | BBC Ideas

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In this beautiful animation, Holocaust survivor Eva Kor tells the powerful story of her time in Auschwitz, and why many years later she decided to forgive those responsible.Made by Studio Panda.Animated by Anna Humphries and Amelia Chiew.Subscribe to BBC
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Why is there no cure for hair loss? | BBC Ideas

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Why is it so hard to find a treatment for hair loss? Every year people spend billions trying to prevent hair loss. So why haven't we found a cure for going bald? Science writer Stephen Buranyi explains hair loss.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ip
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Extraordinary Octopus Takes To Land - The Hunt - BBC Earth

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Octopuses are Marine animals, that live and breath underwater, so at low tide one would expect them to be imprisoned in rocky pools. This extraordinary species found in Northern Australia is like no other Octopus, and land is no obstacle when hunting for
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Insect Returns From The Dead - Wild New Zealand - BBC Earth

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The Mountain Stone Weta, boasts perhaps the most extraordinary survival technique of all - the ability to come back from the dead. With the aid of a specialized filming chamber we are able to witness stunning footage of life slowly returning to this froze
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What if robots were in charge of the world? | BBC Ideas

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Could artificial intelligence do a better job at governing than humans? What is the future of AI? How does artificial intelligence compare to human intelligence? Will AI one day take over the world? A thought experiment, made with the help of Haydn Belfie
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Three black scientists you need to know | BBC Ideas

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Space scientist and broadcaster Maggie Aderin-Pocock selects three unsung heroes who are all pioneers in their fields.Made in partnership with The Open University.Made by Team Sass productions.Did you enjoy this video? You might also like 'Three pioneers
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Why anger is overrated | BBC Ideas

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Is anger really a useful and healthy emotion? Historian Thomas Dixon thinks it would be better if we embraced our inner Stoic and kept our anger under control. Anger explained - including how anger works, what anger does, and why anger is (often) bad. Try
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How to keep calm under pressure | 3 quick tips | BBC Ideas

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Exam stress? Deadlines? Job interview? They can all make you feel like a nervous wreck. So here's how to literally keep calm and carry on - with a little help from neuroscience and these three easy techniques from Dr Radha Modgil.Subscribe to BBC Ideas ht
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Army Ants Rampage Through The Forest - The Hunt - BBC Earth

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Boasting a sensory system of 2 million antennae, this colony of Army Ants are a formidable proposition for anything alive which may cross their path. These dynamic insects, despite being blind, are able to transcend their size by working as a complete uni
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Are you the eldest child? Youngest? Are birth order stereotypes true? | BBC Ideas

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There are lots of stereotypes about the eldest child, youngest child and middle child... But are there really birth order characteristics? And what if you are an only child? Dr Radha Modgil explores some of the evidence.Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.
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'Mental toughness is the secret to success' | BBC Ideas

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British gold medal-winning sprinter and former gymnast Asha Philip tells the story of her success - and her tough journey along the way.Want to watch more like this? Four secrets from sports psychology you can use in everyday life https://www.youtube.com/
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Dog Understands 1022 Words - Super Smart Animals - BBC Earth

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Chaser is one pooch that certainly has the bow wow factor. In three years of intensive training this sprightly Border Collie has managed to learn an astonishing 1022 Words - So just how does she do it? Taken From Super Smart Animals Subscribe to the BBC E
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Why water is one of the weirdest things in the universe | BBC Ideas

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Science journalist Alok Jha explains why water is so incredibly strange. Prepare to have your mind blown.. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav Animation by Oliver Smyth. --------------------------------- Do you have a curious mind? You’re in the
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Experiment! How Does An Owl Fly So Silently? - Super Powered Owls - BBC

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Using sensitive sound equipment the team try to find out how an owl can fly so silently compared to other birds. Taken from Super Powered Owls. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://bit.ly/BBCEarthSubBBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/BBCEarth BBC
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This Warthog took a trip to the Mongoose Spa | Banded Brothers - BBC

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Subscribe and to OFFICIAL BBC YouTube https://bit.ly/2IXqEIn Stream original BBC programmes FIRST on BBC iPlayer https://bbc.in/2J18jYJ The 'banded brothers' family of mongooses own the best territory in Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park, but other m
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How to burn emotional burnout | BBC Ideas

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What is emotional burnout? And how can you avoid it? Dr Radha Modgil shares her top tips for making sure you don't feel overwhelmed and burnt out.Subscribe and to BBC Ideas and https://bbc.in/2F6ipavIf you found this video helpful, have a watch of this on
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Why do humans laugh? | BBC Ideas

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We all love ao good laugh. But it's not just a laughing matter - laughter benefits our minds, our relationships and our bodies. It also has a dark side - some people have actually died whilst laughing. Neuroscientist and stand-up comedian Sophie Scott exp
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The Birds That Have Lived for 44 Million Years | Africa | BBC

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The Picathartes have lived in the Congo for 44 million years. When these birds mate they mate for life therefore they have to make a good team. Taken from Africa. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://bit.ly/BBCEarthSubBBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.youtu
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The Power Of A Waterfall - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox looks at the energy conserved by a waterfall and from there explores how long it is suggested energy will exist on our planet. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCE
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The curious world of blood | BBC Ideas

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Did you know that we are all made from star dust and seawater? And that your blood travels 20,000 km in your veins every day? Discover some truly fascinating facts about blood with author Rose George.From noses to belly buttons - watch more videos about y
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Ultraviolet Scorpion Captures Prey - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox is looking for a creature in the dark, one that is easiest to find using ultraviolet light, the mojave desert sand scorpion. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEar
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The real reason there's no cure for your cold | BBC Ideas

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Scientists have been studying cold viruses for 70 years - so why haven't we found a cure yet? Even if there was a cure, would you pay for an expensive vaccine just to avoid a few days with a runny nose? Science writer Stephen Buranyi takes a look.Subscrib
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Why your ears are unique (and amazing!) | BBC Ideas

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You might take your ears for granted, but the human ear is quite an extraordinary feat of evolution and design. Each of our lugholes is as individual as a fingerprint and weve found 14 different ways to pierce our ears, making our ears even more unique! W
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The science behind why doughnuts are so hard to resist | BBC Ideas

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Why are some foods so much more tempting to us that others? What is going on inside our brains? And what role does the culture around us play? Why do we make the food choices that we do?Made in partnership with the Royal Society. If you liked this, you mi
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Should we count in 12s rather than 10s? | BBC Ideas

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Is there a better way to count? We use a decimal system - based on the number 10, but some people think it would be easier to live in a dozenal world. Here is the case for counting in 12s. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made
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What elephants can teach us about life | BBC Ideas

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Elephants are more like us humans than we might think. From staying connected to dealing with grief, here's why we could learn a thing or two about life from elephants. Made by Big Deal Films.Learn more from the animal kingdom: What whales can teach us ab
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Multi-millionaire at 19 - here are my 5 top tips | BBC Ideas

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5 tips from the youngest person on the Sunday Times Rich List 2018, multi-millionaire Akshay Ruparelia, on how to succeed in business. Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bbc.in/2F6ipav This video was made by BBC Studios and is part of a series called Habits o
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Things to Know About Chimps | BBC Earth

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Chimp behaviour can be surprisingly advanced, and sometimes incredibly violent: discover some of their impressive features with the best clip from our Natural History archive. Subscribe to BBC Earth for more amazing animal videos - http://bit.ly/BBCEarthS
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Severn Cullis-Suzuki: The child who tried to save the world... in 1992 | BBC Ideas

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In 1992, when she was just 12, Severn Cullis-Suzuki warned the world about the environmental crisis. She tells her story, and reflects on the power of young people - like Greta Thunberg - who are sounding the alarm now over climate change. Animation by Pe
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How half a degree could change the world forever | BBC Ideas

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In this viewpoint, environment activist and author Mark Lynas explores how our planet could be impacted by 1.5C of warming - and by 2C - and what a devastating effect an extra half a degree of climate change could have.Animated by Aslan Livingstone-RaSubs
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How metaphors shape the way you see the world | BBC Ideas

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What exactly are metaphors? Where are metaphors used? Our everyday language is full of metaphor - often without us even noticing. Metaphors are also tied up with power. This video helps explore and explain metaphors.Have you been getting a phrase wrong al
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'Toy Spy Monkey' Mistaken For Dead Baby And Mourned By Troop | BBC Earth

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This troop of Langur Monkeys show empathetic behaviour as they mourn what they think is a dead baby Langur, which is actually a robotic spy monkey, designed to film the primates. This footage was filming whilst making the BBC series Spy In The Wild. The n
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Why IQ is not the same as intelligence | BBC Ideas

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Does IQ really measure how smart you are? Is it possible to accurately assess intelligence through a test? And does who is setting the test, and why, make a difference? Will humans keep getting smarter? Or are the limits to our intelligence? Watch more ab
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How Does An Owl's Hearing Work? - Super Powered Owls - BBC

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Cold weather and a blanket of snow force a barn owl to hunt in the day but how does an owl hunt when the food is hiding? Luckily the owl has another super power in her armoury... Taken from Super Powered Owls. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.co
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What if everyone in the world went vegan? | BBC Ideas

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More and more people are eating vegan foods and living a vegan lifestyle. But what would happen if everyone in the world switched to a plant-based diet and cut out meat and dairy? What impact could it have on the planet and on climate change? Made by Maia
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Right or left-handed? 5 facts about you | BBC Ideas

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Subscribe to BBC Ideas https://bit.ly/2PrmLhW Here are five facts you probably don't know about yourself, courtesy of handedness expert Prof Chris McManus, from UCL. This video was made by BBC Scotland and Touzie Tyke. Do you have a curious mind? You’re i
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Amazing World Of A Termite Mound - Wonders Of Life W/ Prof Brian Cox - BBC

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Professor Brian Cox explores the function of a termite city and what you can actually find inside one. Taken from Wonders of Life. Subscribe to BBC Earth: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=BBCEarth BBC Earth YouTube Channel: http://www.y
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Dolphins trick fish with mud "nets" - One Life - BBC

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BBC Earth presents One Life. Narrated by Daniel Craig, written and directed by Michael Gunton & Martha Holmes. Coming to theaters February 21! Tickets available at http://www.onelifeonscreen.com Visit http://www.bbcearth.com for all the latest animal
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Antlion Cone Ant Trap - The Hunt - BBC Earth

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In the Namib desert where the sands can reach a scorching 70 degrees centigrade, very little is able to survive, but the Hotrod Ant can amazingly thrive and even forage for food. In this tense encounter an unsuspecting Hotrod Ant has strayed in AntLion te
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Octopus Steals Crab From Fisherman - Super Smart Animals - BBC Earth

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Meet the Giant Pacific Octopus, perhaps the smartest of all invertebrates and the bane of many a Crab Fisherman. Boasting an enormous brain, this voracious poacher can adopt a number of creative strategies when hunting for Crabs. Taken from Super Smart An
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Why wasps are just as wonderful as bees | BBC Ideas

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Unlike bees, wasps are not exactly the most-loved creatures, but they are hugely important to the eco-system - and all of us. As well as being apex predators, eating their way through millions of kilograms of insects each year, they are also important pol
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What whales can teach us about living our best life | BBC Ideas

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Whales are more like us humans than we might think. From knowing your roots to making time for fun, here's why us humans can learn a thing or two from whale culture.Made by Big Deal Films.Watch more videos about our natural world in our playlist: https://
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How to get seriously good at reading | Episode 4 | BBC Ideas

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Are you a slow reader? Or a fast reader? Either way, here's some tips to help you get better at reading and speed reading - and take more in.Made by Objekt Films.Reading, tying your shoelaces, going to the toilet... this playlist looks at the little thing
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How to win at... cryptic crosswords | Episode 4 | BBC Ideas

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Perplexed by cryptic crosswords? Then this video is for you. Become a genius at them in three minutes.Made by Splinter Design.And if you want to find out how to win at more stuff then check out our playlist with quick and easy tips on how to triumph at ga
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From celebrities to influencers: A brief history of celebrity | BBC Ideas

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Have we always had celebrities? And are we more obsessed with celebrity culture now than in the past? A brief cultural history of celebrity - from Oscar Wilde, to Andy Warhol to Kim Kardashian and social media influencers today on YouTube, Instagram and e
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Baby elephant overcomes fear of water | BBC Earth

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This baby elephant learns to overcome his fear of water with the help of his carer. Subscribe to BBC Earth for more amazing animal videos - http://bit.ly/BBCEarthSub Nature's Miracle Orphans: Filmed in Africa and Costa Rica, this series meets animals with
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The ancient secrets revealed by deciphered tablets | BBC Ideas

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Cuneiform is the earliest known form of writing. For thousands of years, no one was able to translate it. When it was finally cracked, it gave us some astonishing insights into the ancient world...Made by Jist Studios.Made in partnership with The Open Uni
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The curious history of filming the sneeze | BBC Ideas

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It turns out our fascination with capturing the act of sneezing goes right back to the very early days of film...Made by The Derek Jarman Lab with the help of the Healthy Scepticism project. For more info go to https://www.healthyscepticism.com/announceme
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Will humans keep getting smarter? | BBC Ideas

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Is there a limit to human intelligence? Are humans getting smarter? What can IQ tests tell us? Where does emotional intelligence fit in? And what's the future of intelligence - will our brainpower be eclipsed by artificial intelligence? We asked some of t

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