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A Plastic Ocean is a new documentary that looks at the problems that are caused when plastic waste goes into the sea. Watch the trailer and find out more about how plastic can be dangerous to sea animals and human health.

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The BFG - official trailer

The BFG is a book by one of the UK's favourite authors, Roald Dahl. Do you know what the letters BFG stand for? Watch the trailer to the new film and you'll find out.

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We're the superhumans: Rio Paralympics 2016

The Paralympic Games will take place in Rio de Janeiro from 7 to 18 September. This trailer shows some of the sports that these amazing athletes will do during the Games.

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Pokémon Go unleashed in the UK

Pokémon Go was released in the UK recently and people are going crazy to try and catch them all! It can be good fun but it's not without its dangers, as you'll find out in this short news report.

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How did Leicester City win the Premier League?

Nobody thought they had a chance, but Leicester City became Premier League champions. Watch their incredible story in this video!

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A tale of two brothers

Ali and Ahmed are teenagers. They had to leave their home because of war. This video tells the story of their journey to Germany. They are just two of the thousands of refugees in the world today.

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A day in the digital life of a teenager

How many hours of screen-time do you have each day? This video takes a look into the digital lives of two teenagers from the USA. See what you think about their digital lives.

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Why is the ocean salty?

Do you know why the ocean is salty? If not, watch this video and you'll find out. You learn something new every day on LearnEnglish Teens! ;)

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The food-waste rebel

Did you know that tonnes of perfectly good food is thrown away every day in some countries? When some people don't have enough food to eat it seems crazy that so much food is wasted. Watch this video and learn about the work that Tristram Stuart is doing to try and change this situation.

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Emma Watson introduces the new HeForShe.org

Have you heard about Emma Watson's HeForShe campaign? It's all about gender equality – which means women and men having the same rights. Watch the first part of the video (to 5 minutes and 15 seconds!), do the exercises and then have a look at the HeForShe website.

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I Like It – Safer Internet Day song

This song was created by members of GMCBeats rap workshops and Webwise Ireland to celebrate Safer Internet Day. Online safety is really important for everyone who uses the internet so listen to the song and do the exercises to make sure you stay safe online.

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He Named Me Malala

He Named Me Malala is a film about the Nobel Peace Prize winner, Malala Yousafzai. Learn more about her incredible life story by watching this trailer.

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International Space Station toilet tour

In this video from the European Space Agency, Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti gives us a tour of one area of the space rocket that a lot of people ask about, the toilet!

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Who made your clothes?

Do you ever think about who made the clothes you're wearing? Lots of people don't think about this when they're buying clothes, but a group of people in the fashion industry have started a #Fashion Revolution. Find out more by watching this video.

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One Direction – Action 1D

One Direction are working on a new project called Action 1D. They want young people to send them messages that they will put together to present to world leaders at events this year. Learn more about Action 1D in this video.

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The two euro T-shirt

Would you buy a T-shirt from a vending machine? Do you ever wonder why clothes are sometimes very cheap? Watch this video and see what happens when people are offered the chance to buy a T-shirt for two euros.

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How the General Election works

How does an election work? Watch this speedy one-minute guide to the UK's General Election and you'll be an election expert!

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Slow motion puff adder attack

Do you like snakes? If you're scared of snakes you may not want to watch this puff adder in action. It's incredible though!

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Mars One introduction film

Would you like to go and live on Mars? There are plans for a group of scientists to settle on Mars in 2023. Find out more in this video.

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The world water crisis

World Water Day takes place every year on March 22nd. How much do you know about the water you drink and use every day? Watch this video and learn about the world water crisis.

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Making snow for the Olympics

What happens if there's no natural snow at the Winter Olympics or other sporting events? Well, snow is made! Find out who is making the snow at the Winter Olympics in Sochi.

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Earth Hour

Earth Hour is an annual event organised by the World Wide Fund for Nature. This year it has a very special ambassador.

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How to wash your hair in space

Astronauts have to wash their hair too! Watch as Karen Nyberg on the International Space Station shows us how.

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Google Science Fair

Elif Bilgin is an up-and-coming scientist. Check out what she discovered about banana peel in this video. Well done, Elif!

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Slow motion puff adder attack

Do you like snakes? If you're scared of snakes you may not want to watch this puff adder in action. It's incredible though!

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Penguins

What do you know about penguins? You might learn something new about these special birds in this video.

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Feeling Hot! Hot! Hot!

Your mouth is burning, your eyes are watering and you're sweating ... but some people love it! Watch this video about chillies and find out why they are spicy for us, but a bird can eat them just fine.

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Sustainable development goals

How can we make the world a better place? Listen to this song and learn how people plan to improve the world.

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A day in the life of a 10-year-old in Roman Britain

Did you know that Britain was once Roman? Watch Eric in this video as he imagines what life was like in Roman times.

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Science experiment in space

What do you think will happen if you wring out a wet cloth in space? Astronaut Chris Hadfield performed a simple science experiment designed by high school students to find out.

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Time Out London: Routemaster

There's a new type of London's famous red double-decker buses: it's called the Routemaster. Would you like to take a ride? Watch this clip to find out what it's like!

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Cyberbullying – let's fight it together

Cyberbullying is a problem that everyone who uses the internet needs to be aware of. This video was created for schoolchildren in the UK to watch to warn them about the dangers of cyberbullying.

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One day I will ... in Lagos

This video was made as part of Google's International Women's Day celebrations. It was filmed in Lagos in Nigeria and we learn about the dreams and ambitions of a group of young women.

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Weird nature: archer fish and velvet worm

The archer fish and the velvet worm have developed amazing ways of catching their food. Can you guess how they do it? Watch and see.

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Windsor Castle

Do you know who lives in Windsor Castle? Watch the video to find out and learn more about this fascinating and historic building!

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Black holes

What do you know about black holes? What would happen if you fell into one? Could you escape? Watch this video to find out.

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Animals predict World Cup winners

Who do you think is going to win this year's World Cup? You could ask a football expert ... or you could ask an animal to predict a winner!

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Malala Yousafzai on winning the Nobel Peace Prize

Malala Yousafzai is the youngest ever Nobel Peace Prize winner. She is from Pakistan and she campaigns for the rights of girls to get an education. In this short video you can hear Malala speaking after receiving the prize.

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Pink phones in Cambodia

Mobile phones are helping to improve the lives of women in Cambodia. Find out more in this video.

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I've experienced bullying

Bullying happens to different people in different places. If it’s happened to you, you’re not alone. In this video, teenagers who have faced and overcome bullying talk about their experience.

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How to make the perfect omelette

Are you a good cook? Do you want to know how to make something simple and delicious to eat? Watch this video and learn the secrets to making a perfect omelette!

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How to make your own Christmas card

Do you send Christmas cards? Why not make your own one to send to your family or a friend? Watch and find out how!

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How to sew on a button

Do you know how to sew on a button? If not, watch this short video and you'll learn a very useful skill.

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How to wash your hair in space

Astronauts have to wash their hair too! Watch as Karen Nyberg on the International Space Station shows us how.

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I Like It – Safer Internet Day song

This song was created by members of GMCBeats rap workshops and Webwise Ireland to celebrate Safer Internet Day. Online safety is really important for everyone who uses the internet so listen to the song and do the exercises to make sure you stay safe online.

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I've experienced bullying

Bullying happens to different people in different places. If it’s happened to you, you’re not alone. In this video, teenagers who have faced and overcome bullying talk about their experience.

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Ice Age and Manhattan

Manhattan, in the centre of New York, has some of the tallest buildings in the world, all thanks to the Ice Age. Why? Watch this video and find out!

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International Space Station toilet tour

In this video from the European Space Agency, Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti gives us a tour of one area of the space rocket that a lot of people ask about, the toilet!

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International Women's Day – We are women

International Women's Day, 8 March, is a day to celebrate women and their achievements. In this video, see lots of things that women can be and do.

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Is being vegan more environmentally friendly?

Can eating less meat help the environment? Watch the video to find out.

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Jameela - NY fashion week

Jameela wants to be a catwalk model in New York Fashion Week. Will she succeed?

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Joe Wicks' Blue Peter workout

What do you do to keep fit when you're at home? Try this workout with Joe Wicks, The Body Coach!

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Johnny English Reborn - Theatrical trailer

Is Johnny English really the world's greatest spy? Is he really an agent in total control? Check out this clip to see what you think.

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Let It Happen: The three Dutch dancing sisters

Do you like dancing? Watch Rosa, Yarah and Norah, three amazing dancing sisters, in this video.

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Lies: a book trailer

Something very strange has happened: all the adults have suddenly gone from the world. What will happen now? How will the children survive? Watch the trailer!

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Maggot Medicine

One day, maggots might save your life. How? Watch this clip to find out! (WARNING: this video contains pictures of maggots that you might find disgusting.)

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Making snow for the Olympics

What happens if there's no natural snow at the Winter Olympics or other sporting events? Well, snow is made! Find out who is making the snow at the Winter Olympics in Sochi.

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Malala Yousafzai on winning the Nobel Peace Prize

Malala Yousafzai is the youngest ever Nobel Peace Prize winner. She is from Pakistan and she campaigns for the rights of girls to get an education. In this short video you can hear Malala speaking after receiving the prize.

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Mars One introduction film

Would you like to go and live on Mars? There are plans for a group of scientists to settle on Mars in 2023. Find out more in this video.

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Meet Lauren Singer – zero waste girl

How much rubbish do you throw away each day? Lauren Singer studied environmental science and decided to change her lifestyle to try and produce less waste. She's now known as 'zero waste girl'!

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