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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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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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Amazing bird sounds from the lyre bird

David Attenborough is one of Britain's most popular wildlife experts. In this video clip he introduces us to a very special bird which can make some great sounds. 

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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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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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The Fault in Our Stars

Have you heard of The Fault in Our Stars? It's a book by John Green that is really popular with teenagers around the world. Now they've made the book into a film. Watch the clip to see what the audience thought of the film. 

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Tom Daley's day in Glasgow

Tom Daley is a champion diver. He's also one of the ambassadors for the Commonwealth Games that are taking place from July 23rd to August 3rd. In this video Tom explores the host city of Glasgow. 

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Britain's fastest cyclist

How fast do you think you can go on a normal bike? Check out this video and you'll see Guy Martin go at over 112 miles per hour, that's more than 180 kilometres per hour! Wow! 

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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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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. 

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FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil - all participants

The FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 12th in Brazil. How much do you know about the 32 teams that are taking part? Do you know what groups they're in? Do you know what their flags look like? If you want to get your football facts up to speed for the World Cup check out this video. 

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Superhero runner runs 5,000 miles

Jamie McDonald ran 5,000 miles across Canada dressed as a superhero. Why would anybody do anything so crazy? Find out by watching this video. 

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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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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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Penguins

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

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WEEE man sculpture at the Eden Project

The sculpture in this video is called the WEEE man and it's made of waste electrical items. It lives at the Eden Project, a unique visitor attraction in Cornwall, in the south-west of England.  

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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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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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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!

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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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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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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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Superhero runner runs 5,000 miles

Jamie McDonald ran 5,000 miles across Canada dressed as a superhero. Why would anybody do anything so crazy? Find out by watching this video. 

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Wizarding world of Harry Potter

Are you a fan of Harry Potter? If so, check out this video and learn more about JK Rowling's amazingly successful creations.  

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Peanut butter and jelly in space

It’s a common, everyday American food. But in space, even the ordinary things are amazing! Watch how this astronaut makes a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in space.

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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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Status of mind

What's the best thing about social media? And what's the worst? In this video, young people say whether they think social media can be bad for your health.

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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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Worst Christmas presents

This video asks people about the most bizarre electrical Christmas present they have ever received. Have you ever received a strange electrical gift?

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#WorldEmojiDay anthem

Everybody uses emoji :) This song was made for World Emoji Day, which is 17 July. \o/

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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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Celebrate the joy of reading

Who introduced you to the magical world of books? In this video, Rohan is planning a surprise for somebody special. Watch and find out what it is!

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Can and will: Gwyn Haslock

She’s been catching waves for over 60 years. Watch the video as Gwyn reflects on how she got started, surfing then and now and why she loves it so much.

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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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Record-breaking skydive

The daredevil Felix Baumgartner's latest stunt has made news headlines around the world. What record did he break? Watch and find out!

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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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Miso mushroom coconut noodles

Learn how to make delicious miso mushroom coconut noodles with this simple recipe.

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Olympic Park fly-through

Would you like to visit London's Olympic Park? There's no need to get on a plane. Watch this and take a video tour.

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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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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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Our School students on ... selfies

How often do you take selfies? In this video, students at a UK secondary school share their views on selfies and self-image.

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Oversharing and your digital footprint

What is oversharing? Listen to some teenagers talk about it in this video.

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Peanut butter and jelly in space

It’s a common, everyday American food. But in space, even the ordinary things are amazing! Watch how this astronaut makes a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in space.

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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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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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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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Porcupine vs Lion

If a large animal like a lion was chasing after you, what would you do? Watch this video to see how a small porcupine defends itself.

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Record-breaking skydive

The daredevil Felix Baumgartner's latest stunt has made news headlines around the world. What record did he break? Watch and find out!

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Safer Internet Day song – Surf

Safer Internet Day is in February every year. Check out this music video showing us how to stay safe online.

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School strike 4 climate

Millions of students around the world are going on strike. Find out all about the movement for action on climate change in this video.

astronaut Chris Hadfield
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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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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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Spider-Man Stuntman Falls on Broadway

A Spider-Man actor had a terrible accident in a theatre on Broadway. How did the audience feel about it? Watch this short clip to find out. 

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Stan Lee, the man who invented Spider-Man

Are you a Marvel fan? Watch this video to find out about Stan Lee, the creator of Spider-Man.

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Status of mind

What's the best thing about social media? And what's the worst? In this video, young people say whether they think social media can be bad for your health.

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