Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
After a seven-month journey, NASA’s Perseverance Rover successfully touched down on Mars on February 18, 2021. In this video, mission controllers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California celebrate landing NASA's fifth rover on Mars.
Difficulty: Beginner
USA
Bilbo Baggins the Hobbit was just minding his own business when Gandalf the Wizard drops in. One by one, a whole group of dwarves drop in, and before he knows it, Bilbo has joined their quest to reclaim their kingdom, taken from them by an evil dragon named Smaug.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
Overcome with a deep longing for his lady, and with the invaluable help of his closest confidants, William pours out his feelings for her in a heart-breaking love letter. Surely with such a gesture she will see him again, and he will remain the knight of her heart.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
All good things must come to an end, and for the cast, this really is their final goodbye. In this video, you can see the read-through of the last script and final filming of their last episode together. There’s a genuine warmth between the actors, and some tears, but all are thankful for the good times, friendship, and camaraderie the show has given them through the years.
Difficulty: Beginner
USA
Olivia Rodrigo is a singer and actress from California. "Driver's License" is her debut single and was an instant hit that was streamed millions of times.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
The city of Oxford is home to some 150,000 residents and a famous seat of learning, the oldest English-speaking university in the world. Although the exact date of its founding isn't known, it is said that local priests and monks were first taught in monastery schools in the area in the eleventh century.
Difficulty: Newbie
USA
Do you know how to say the colors in English? What is the difference between a primary and secondary color? Learn all about them with Luana.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
In the movie The Knight’s Tale, Heath Ledger stars as William Thatcher, a 14th century squire who replaces his deceased employer as the competitor at a jousting competition. In this scene, he is in pursuit of a beautiful woman with a sharp tongue who won't tell him her name.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
When the show began, Debra Jo didn’t like her character Kitty’s hair, but changing her look was never going to be simple, and had to be written into the plot. One small fire later, and Kitty got a different hairdo, along with her husband’s attention.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
The crew continue their interviews of kids from New York and LA. What do they really think of their far-away rivals on the opposite coast of the United States?
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
John Searle's thought experiment, called "The Chinese Room," presents an argument against the idea that computers could ever be truly intelligent.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Wilmer’s dressing room was closest to the studio and it served as a comfortable place for the cast members to hang out in between scenes. For Wilmer, it holds memories from the eight years of the show’s run, with his photo board and walls signed by cast and visitors alike.
Difficulty: Beginner
USA
How does a volcano actually form? This informative video on the topic is brought to you by National Geographic Kids!
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Patrick Swayze answers questions about his experiences filming the movie To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, where he played the part of a New York City drag queen alongside co-stars Wesley Snipes and John Leguizamo. How did Patrick cope with high heels, and which guy was most comfortable as a woman?
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sweden
You've likely heard this one before... the catchy song "Lovefool" is the most famous hit from Swedish band The Cardigans.
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