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May 26th: Atlantic City's Big Gamble

Sat, 26 May 2012 06:00:00 GMT

The hometown of Monopoly places its bets on legalized gaming, soon turns into a giant Mediterranean Avenue.

Mali's Geographic Challenge

Fri, 25 May 2012 07:33:30 GMT

Stratfor explains how Mali's two distinct geographical regions pose a challenge for political unity.

May 25th: Short-Handed Across America

Fri, 25 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT

When a homeless benefit falls short of its lofty goal, organizers have a cow.

Adam Savage Obsesses Over Recreating Dodo Skeleton

Thu, 24 May 2012 06:57:56 GMT

MythBusters co-host Adam Savage presents a glimpse into the mind of the obsessed and the motivation that drives their obsessions. The Entertainment Gathering is the celebration of the American entertainment industry. Since 1984, Richard Saul Wurman has created extraordinary gatherings about learning and understanding

Kalinovski Square

Thu, 24 May 2012 06:09:09 GMT

Three months before elections the president of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko claimed: 'You have no other choice, you will vote for me!' This is exactly how it happened in March 2006. We started to film in January 2006, two months before elections, and continued through the whole year. We were trying to figure out how did it happen that 83% of population voted for Lukashenko? The film tracks the opposition struggle during few post-election days.

Remarkable Olympic Athletes - Paavo Nurmi

Thu, 24 May 2012 05:21:43 GMT

The flying Finn, Paavo Nurmi is one of the most distinguished runners in history, setting 25 world records at a variety of distances during his illustrious career. Winner of nine Olympic gold medals and three silver medals, Nurmi held the record for most gold medals won in a single Olympics with five from the 1924 games in Paris for over 30 years. He currently still holds the record for most medals.

What The SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Means For Space Travel

Thu, 24 May 2012 05:21:22 GMT

Earlier today, SpaceX successfully launched the Falcon 9 rocket to the International Space Station. Kevin Pereira and Space.com's Dave Brody discuss how this paves the way for NASA and privately owned companies to travel to space on The Loop. Listen in!

Jessica Chobot Explores the SpaceX Headquarters

Thu, 24 May 2012 04:36:43 GMT

Jessica Chobot visits Space X, the first privately owned space transport company, to get a close look at their Dragon spacecraft and their upcoming plans for more missions.

Carbon Dating: The History Of Life On Earth

Wed, 23 May 2012 19:29:25 GMT

HuffPost Science Correspondent Cara Santa Maria describes the methods scientists use to learn about the age of life on Earth, like carbon-14 dating.

The Two Deaths of Los Angeles Chinatown

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:30:01 GMT

Los Angeles Chinatown has a colorful history, a controversial present, and an uncertain future. Seventy-five years ago, thousands of Chinese Angelenos were forced to relocate en masse from the city's vibrant original Chinatown to make way for the construction of the landmark Union Station. Today, a different kind of displacement is taking place. The ongoing transformation of today's Chinatown into an upscale residential and arts district is changing the soul of the neighborhood and pushing awa

Breeding the White Tailed Eagle

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:19:41 GMT

Watch the story of East and West Scotland's white-tailed eagle reintroduction project unfold. Hear what the future holds for these magnificent birds of prey in Scotland and meet Project Officer, Claire Smith and Mull Officer, Dave Sexton, as they find out what happens when the East Scotland birds start to pair up and hopefully breed.

Affairs With Bears

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:14:42 GMT

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California lies Mammoth Lakes, a small town with a growing population of trash-eating black bears. The task of managing the wild new residents falls on Steve Searles, an eccentric bear-man who has devoted his life to re-instilling the black bear's natural fear of humans. Steve's unique solution to the bear problem involves yelling, foot-stomping, and other forms of getting in a bear's face to express "in a language that they can understand".

An Ordinary President

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:09:43 GMT

A political satire which exposes the shape of totalitarianism in the presidency of Alexander Lukaschenka, admirer of Hitler. In charting the despot's rise to power, it is shown how Lukaschenka began by promising to root out all government corruption--then used his knowledge of the corruption to become president.

Vultures Facing Extinction

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:09:14 GMT

In South Asia, three species of vultures are facing extinction due to a veterinary drug called diclofenac which causes kidney failure and death within a few days. Breeding programmes are underway and a drug called meoloxicam has been found to offer a safe alternative. But is it too late for the small wild population to survive?

May 23rd: The Dangers of The Butterfly Effect

Wed, 23 May 2012 06:00:00 GMT

A meteorologist posits a theory that could have predicted a disaster in American culture.

Invaders of the UK Overseas Territories

Wed, 23 May 2012 05:37:47 GMT

The UK's Overseas territories contain a diverse range of native and endemic species but these fragile environments are under threat by the introduction of invasive, non-native species. This film looks at ways that visitors and tourists can play their part in protecting such important habitats.

Vincent Bugliosi Speculates Why Oswald Assassinated JFK

Wed, 23 May 2012 05:31:14 GMT

Vincent Bugliosi, prosecutor of the Manson family and best-selling author of Helter Skelter, reexamines the assassination of President Kennedy in his newest book Reclaiming History: The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Using the skills that made him one of the most successful prosecutors in legal history, Bugliosi has examined every conspiracy theory from every angle.

The Legacy of the Manchester United Football Club

Wed, 23 May 2012 05:26:31 GMT

This team of Red Devils was the first English club to win the Treble. WatchMojo.com continues our series on the Greatest Sports Franchises of All Time with a look at Manchester United Football Club.

Short Film: Astonish Me

Wed, 23 May 2012 04:57:16 GMT

A magical tale of adventure and discovery showcasing some of the extraordinary species recently found around the world. 'Astonish Me' was created by acclaimed writer Stephen Poliakoff and director Charles Sturridge to celebrate WWF's 50th anniversary.

Maria Island Marine Reserve: Land and Sea Interface

Wed, 23 May 2012 04:51:07 GMT

Marine Reserves are not only on or below the surface, the also protect the shoreline.

Maria Island Marine Reserve: Marine Science

Wed, 23 May 2012 04:45:24 GMT

The Maria Marine Reserve is an open lab for scientists. Data gathered here is vital for climate change studies.

Maria Island Marine Reserve: Ile Des Phoques

Wed, 23 May 2012 04:42:02 GMT

Ile des Phoques, or Island of Seals, is a Tasmanian Nature Reserve and a haul-out or resting place for seals.

Chilika Lagoon in India Brought to Life

Wed, 23 May 2012 04:16:19 GMT

This video shows how, thanks to joint efforts of international organisations including IUCN's Member Wetlands International and the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, the Chilika Lagoon in India has been reconnected to the sea, bringing its biodiversity back to the lagoon, increasing its fish resources seven fold and dramatically improving the livelihoods of local people.

The Tonie Sap Fishery in Cambodia

Wed, 23 May 2012 03:37:15 GMT

A World Heritage Site, Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Stretching over some 400 square kilometers, the park contains the magnificent remains of the Khmer Empire, dating from the 9th to the 15th century AD. Today, researchers believe that water scarcity may have caused the demise of what was one of the largest and most important civilizations of its time.

David Emmett on Cambodia's River System

Wed, 23 May 2012 03:34:53 GMT