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Intermediate
United Kingdom
Here's the second segment of Charles Moore's sobering report on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. In it he draws dramatic attention to the potentially catastrophic problem posed by dumping plastic debris into our in-land waterways.
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
Hollywood stars Dwayne Johnson [aka "The Rock"], Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Gal Gadot and Tyrese Gibson are in Cologne for the 2011 German premiere of their action film Fast and Furious 5. Enjoy!
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
NASA and Rovio, the producers of the soon to be released video game "Angry Birds Space", are partnering to teach students of all ages about physics and space exploration. In this clip directly from the International Space Station, astronaut Don Petitt demonstrates how gravity affects trajectories of moving bodies in a space.
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
Here is the trailer from the film-adaptation of horror and thriller fiction writer Stephen King’s novel Bag of Bones. Released in 2011, it stars Pierce Brosnan. Enjoy!
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Beginner
United Kingdom
Come and learn some English phrases in a fun and interesting way! This video will show you when and how to use them.
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
If you've ever been lost in the city and in need of assistance, then this video may just what the doctor ordered! Lauren helps Matt navigate his way around the streets of London and find his way from point A to point B. We hope this video from England is helpful!
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
GreenpeaceVideo: In Sydney, between drought and dust storms, the effects of climate change are becoming more visible than ever.
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Beginner
United Kingdom
Enjoy this new Nespresso coffee commercial featuring actor George Clooney!
Difficulty:
Beginner
United Kingdom
Common idiomatic expressions are the subject of this first of two video clips. Listen closely and then try a few of them out. Have fun and at the same time spice up your command of English!
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
Arctic sea ice is a key component of our global climate system. Scientists have observed that our polar ice is melting at an alarming rate. Dire consequences may ensue for man, beast and our planet as a whole, if we don’t move to alternative non-fossil sources of energy. View this informative video from Greenpeace.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
Involved in stand up paddling now for six years, Robby Naish shares his vision for the sport and his thoughts regarding the problem of coexistence between surfers and stand up paddlers. Enjoy!
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Intermediate
United Kingdom
Enjoy this trailer from the animated motion picture (2007) Surf’s Up!
Difficulty:
Intermediate
USA
Triple-platinum singer/songwriter Taylor Swift threw a party for friends and media Monday night and the theme was the Prom. She was wonderful, as usual, and just a joy to watch her enthusiasm. A video by Jimmy Carter.
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Beginner
United Kingdom
Eco the Butterfly stars in this 60-second spot now airing on some PBS television stations. It made its debut on PBS affiliate WXXI in Rochester, NY.
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Intermediate
USA
Jimmy Carter about Forrest Gump: A lesser actor would have been branded by this character forever! Tom was able to move in, move on and add to his resume. Next to Billy Bob’s character in Slingblade, can you think of a more copied voice or folks trying to talk like Forrest? Pretty is as pretty does right? This guy is the best all around actor of my generation!
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