Explore the relationship between viruses and their hosts, and find out how the evolutionary adaptations of bats keep them safe from viruses. — Consider a
Category: Education
The Japanese myth of the trickster raccoon – Iseult Gillespie
Dive into the Japanese myth of the shape-shifting tanuki, as the raccoon-like creature rewards a traveling salesman for his kindness. — On the dusty roads
The World Machine | Think Like A Coder, Ep 10
The adventure ends! Episode 10: Can Ethic make it to the World Machine and stop Hedge from covering the world in a giant maze? —
The rise of the Ottoman Empire – Mostafa Minawi
Explore the early days of the Ottoman Empire, as shrewd political rulers grew the principality into an intercontinental empire. — In the late 13th century,
Who decides how long a second is? – John Kitching
Discover how scientists developed atomic clocks, which use the vibrations of atoms to measure and maintain a globally consistent time. — In 1967, researchers gathered
We can help you master public speaking – Chris Anderson
How can you make your voice heard in a noisy world? The key is public speaking and presentation literacy, and we can help: http://bit.ly/TMCPSApp —
Savitri and Satyavan: The legend of the princess who outwitted Death – Iseult Gillespie
Dig into the tale of Princess Savitri and her one true love, Satyavan, and the tragic prophecy that entwined their fates forever. — Princess Savitri
These squids can fly… no, really – Robert Siddall
Dive into the incredible flying capabilities of squids, and how they use flight as a survival tactic. — In 1947, explorers noticed a strange phenomenon
A day in the life of an ancient Babylonian business mogul – Soraya Field Fiorio
Follow Beltani, a Babylonian priestess and businesswoman, as she investigates who is undermining her barley fields and tavern. — It’s 1762 BCE. As dawn breaks
Why should you read Toni Morrison’s “Beloved”? – Yen Pham
Dig into Toni Morrison’s novel, “Beloved,” which tells the story of a family of former slaves whose home is haunted by an abusive spirit. —
