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Girl Up leadership summit highlights

Girl Up is a campaign of the United Nations Foundation. It was launched in 2010 and it supports projects that aim to give teenage girls an equal chance in life. 
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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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11 things you never knew about elephants

Here are some amazing facts about elephants. How many of them do you know?
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Your image – your future

Many of us share selfies and photos online. But how do other people see you based on these photos, and could this somehow affect your future? This video was created for Safer Internet Day. Watch it to learn more about how important it is to take care with what you share online. 
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Amazing Minecraft city

Do you play Minecraft? Check out this gigantic city built by 19-year-old Duncan Parcells!
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DIY Christmas decorations

Instead of buying Christmas decorations, why not DIY – Do It Yourself? Here are three ideas for some cool and easy-to-make decorations ... using food!
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The Christmas gift experiment

Is it better to receive a gift or to give one? Watch this video as Father Christmas challenges people to do something unusual and wonderful!
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Emi Mahmoud – Bird Watching on Lesvos Island

Emi Mahmoud is a poet who won the Individual World Poetry Slam championship in 2015. In this video, Emi recites a powerful and moving poem about the refugee crisis. 
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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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Henry and Sam - Kathmandu-it

Henry and Sam are raising money for a good cause, a charity called Annie's Challenge, by walking from their home in the UK to Kathmandu, in Nepal! As they travel they are posting vlogs to tell their supporters about their trip. Here's their very first vlog post.
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A Plastic Ocean

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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Five ways to spot fake news

Can you spot fake news? Watch this video from Common Sense Media to learn how to check out news to see if it's true or not. It's not always easy to tell! 

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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! 

Total votes: 121
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A Double Dutch brain game

Can you skip or 'jump rope' as they call it in the USA? Are you good at observing things that happen around you? This video will test how observant you are and it will also show you some amazing, Double Dutch skipping. 

Total votes: 249
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The Christmas gift experiment

Is it better to receive a gift or to give one? Watch this video as Father Christmas challenges people to do something unusual and wonderful!

Total votes: 346
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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.  

Total votes: 265
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Zero-G flight

What would it be like if there was no gravity holding you down? Watch this video and find out!

Total votes: 114
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A brief history of writing

We do it every day, on paper, on our phones and on computers. But, what do you know about the history of writing? Watch this clip to find out more.

Total votes: 210
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Driverless cars

Can you imagine travelling in a car without a driver? It may sound like science fiction but driverless cars will be with us sooner than you think!

Total votes: 167
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How Christmas trees are made

Do you put up Christmas trees in your home or town? It's traditional to put up Christmas trees in Britain but nowadays most people prefer artificial ones, not real ones. Watch this video to find out where they come from and how they're made!

Total votes: 147
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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.

Total votes: 162
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World's most extreme fisherman

Have you ever been fishing? Watch this extreme fisherman in action and a relaxing fishing trip to the river will never be the same again. 

Total votes: 148
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Where did the moon come from?

How much do you know about the moon? Is it older or younger than the Earth? Where did it come from? Watch and find out!

Total votes: 308
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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. 

Total votes: 130
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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. 

Total votes: 122
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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! 

Total votes: 192
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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! 

Total votes: 96
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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. 

Total votes: 207
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Penguins

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

Total votes: 129
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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.

Total votes: 184
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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.

Total votes: 97
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Girl Up leadership summit highlights

Girl Up is a campaign of the United Nations Foundation. It was launched in 2010 and it supports projects that aim to give teenage girls an equal chance in life. 
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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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Guinness Book of World Records 2014

Everyone's heard of the book, the Guinness World Records. Check out some of the funniest records in the 2014 edition. Warning: you may have to laugh out loud! ;) 
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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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Henry and Sam - Kathmandu-it

Henry and Sam are raising money for a good cause, a charity called Annie's Challenge, by walking from their home in the UK to Kathmandu, in Nepal! As they travel they are posting vlogs to tell their supporters about their trip. Here's their very first vlog post.
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Hi-tech car key gives parents peace of mind

One in five young people crash the car within a year of passing their driving test! This hi-tech key could allow parents to make sure their children are driving safely. 
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Hippo that lives in a house

Some people have unusual pets, but this is ridiculous! Watch this video and find out about Jessica the hippo's luxury life. 
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How a refugee became a supermodel

Mari Malek is a supermodel, DJ and actor. She is also a refugee. This is her story.
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How are Easter eggs made?

Easter eggs are special eggs that are often given to celebrate the Christian holiday of Easter. Sometimes they are made out of chocolate. Have you ever eaten an Easter egg? Watch this video to find out how they are made.
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How Christmas trees are made

Do you put up Christmas trees in your home or town? It's traditional to put up Christmas trees in Britain but nowadays most people prefer artificial ones, not real ones. Watch this video to find out where they come from and how they're made!
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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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How dirty is your mobile phone?

Do you think your mobile phone is clean? In this science experiment, some British teenagers discover how dirty their phones really are.
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How do bubbles work?

Why do bubbles pop when you touch them? This video explores the science behind bubbles and shows an experiment you can try when you're washing up!
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How do you become a K-pop star?

In K-pop, it's a long way to get to the top. See some new bands hoping to follow in the footsteps of BTS and Blackpink.
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How has the hoodie become so fashionable?

A hoodie is a casual type of jumper which has a hood to cover your head. How has this sporty item of clothing become so popular all around the world?
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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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How to do a backspin

Have you ever tried breakdancing? Watch this and impress your friends by learning how to do a cool backspin!
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How to make a Day of the Dead mask

Have you heard of the Mexican festival, the Day of the Dead? Watch and find out how to make an amazing Day of the Dead mask!
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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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