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Audio podcast version of the English Wikipedia article 'Easter Island'. It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile podcast format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app. +/− [en]
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The 33rd First Annual Ig Nobel Prize Ceremony, September 14th, 2023. Ten new winners, each has done something that makes people laugh, then think.
English : The 33rd First Annual Ig Nobel Prize Ceremony, September 14th, 2023. Ten new winners, each has done something that makes people laugh, then think.
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A driverless automated Copenhagen Metro of the 24/7 rapid transit system in Copenhagen, Denmark
English : A driverless automated Copenhagen Metro of the 24/7 rapid transit system in Copenhagen, Denmark
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A time-lapse video of a female Magicicada cassini (Brood XIII), a species of periodical cicada, molting on an American Elm trunk (19 minutes in 1 minute)
English : A time-lapse video of a female Magicicada cassini (Brood XIII), a species of periodical cicada, molting on an American Elm trunk (19 minutes in 1 minute)
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A video demonstrating the barbell bicep curl exercise. It explains the difference between using the EZ bar and the straight bar.
English : A video demonstrating the barbell bicep curl exercise. It explains the difference between using the EZ bar and the straight bar.
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A video of a vaginal human birth. (graphic)
English : A video of a vaginal human birth. (graphic)
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NASA commentator Brandi Dean talks with Dr. Gioia Massa about the most recent crop of zinnias grown in the compact greenhouse on the International Space Station.
English : NASA commentator Brandi Dean talks with Dr. Gioia Massa about the most recent crop of zinnias grown in the compact greenhouse on the International Space Station.
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Audio podcast version of the English Wikipedia article 'Earth'.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile audio format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile audio format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
English : Audio podcast version of the English Wikipedia article 'Earth'.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile audio format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile audio format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
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A video showing how to see statistics about an article or an editor. For example, you can find out how often a Wikipedia article has been viewed the last X number of days via the Pageviews Analysis tool (not accessible on mobile Wikipedia). This video is part of a tutorial series about Wikipedia.
English : A video showing how to see statistics about an article or an editor. For example, you can find out how often a Wikipedia article has been viewed the last X number of days via the Pageviews Analysis tool (not accessible on mobile Wikipedia). This video is part of a tutorial series about Wikipedia.
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A video by Simpleshow outlining some benefits of urban green spaces
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Video about the philosopher Byung-Chul Han. Subtitles available.
English : Video about the philosopher Byung-Chul Han. Subtitles available.
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A crowdfunded science fiction video in the form of a trailer illustrating the genre of dystopian science fiction.
English : A crowdfunded science fiction video in the form of a trailer illustrating the genre of dystopian science fiction.
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Pursa Kattuna is a traditional ritualistic dance form performed by Tulu-speaking people from various castes across different parts of Belthangady taluk in Dakshina Kannada district. This cultural ritual spans three to five nights, coinciding with the full moon period of the Suggi month.
English : Pursa Kattuna is a traditional ritualistic dance form performed by Tulu-speaking people from various castes across different parts of Belthangady taluk in Dakshina Kannada district. This cultural ritual spans three to five nights, coinciding with the full moon period of the Suggi month.
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A video explaining agrivoltaics, combining food production with solar energy production.
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A drone video of the 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption in Iceland.
No volcanic eruption had occurred for 815 years on the Reykjanes Peninsula until 19 March 2021. The eruption of Fagradalsfjall was effusive and continued emitting fresh lava sporadically until 18 September 2021.
No volcanic eruption had occurred for 815 years on the Reykjanes Peninsula until 19 March 2021. The eruption of Fagradalsfjall was effusive and continued emitting fresh lava sporadically until 18 September 2021.
English : A drone video of the 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption in Iceland.
No volcanic eruption had occurred for 815 years on the Reykjanes Peninsula until 19 March 2021. The eruption of Fagradalsfjall was effusive and continued emitting fresh lava sporadically until 18 September 2021.
No volcanic eruption had occurred for 815 years on the Reykjanes Peninsula until 19 March 2021. The eruption of Fagradalsfjall was effusive and continued emitting fresh lava sporadically until 18 September 2021.
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An animated video explaining a study about globalization and international trade.
The cross-sectoral analysis of water-, energy- and land-insecurity in 189 countries links national and sector consumption to sources and suggested countries and sectors are highly exposed to over-exploited, insecure, and degraded water, energy, and land resources.
The cross-sectoral analysis of water-, energy- and land-insecurity in 189 countries links national and sector consumption to sources and suggested countries and sectors are highly exposed to over-exploited, insecure, and degraded water, energy, and land resources.
English : An animated video explaining a study about globalization and international trade.
The cross-sectoral analysis of water-, energy- and land-insecurity in 189 countries links national and sector consumption to sources and suggested countries and sectors are highly exposed to over-exploited, insecure, and degraded water, energy, and land resources.
The cross-sectoral analysis of water-, energy- and land-insecurity in 189 countries links national and sector consumption to sources and suggested countries and sectors are highly exposed to over-exploited, insecure, and degraded water, energy, and land resources.
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Kanyaapu is a traditional dance form performed in Tulunadu region during the Tuluvas' Maayi month. Artists from the Nalke community go from house to house in the late evening and night, performing the dance and receiving gifts
English : Kanyaapu is a traditional dance form performed in Tulunadu region during the Tuluvas' Maayi month. Artists from the Nalke community go from house to house in the late evening and night, performing the dance and receiving gifts
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Bootha Kola's vibrant traditions in Tulunadu come alive with the Dolu's deep beats, the Tase's sharp tones played with sticks, and the Nadaswara's melodious strains, creating an enchanting harmony that embodies the divine essence
English : Bootha Kola's vibrant traditions in Tulunadu come alive with the Dolu's deep beats, the Tase's sharp tones played with sticks, and the Nadaswara's melodious strains, creating an enchanting harmony that embodies the divine essence
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Christian sequence Victimae Paschali Laudes (English: Praises to the Paschal victim), prescribed for the Catholic Mass and some liturgical Protestant Eucharistic services on Easter Sunday which is today.
English : Christian sequence Victimae Paschali Laudes (English: Praises to the Paschal victim), prescribed for the Catholic Mass and some liturgical Protestant Eucharistic services on Easter Sunday which is today.
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Audio podcast version of the English Wikipedia article 'Easter Island'.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile podcast format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile podcast format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
English : Audio podcast version of the English Wikipedia article 'Easter Island'.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile podcast format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
It was generated as described here as an early step of an effort to make all of English Wikipedia available in mobile podcast format. You can download the mp3 file into your podcast player app.
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Video of a self-driving bus (i.e. without professional driver) at Chalmers, Gothenburg, Sweden in 2018.
In May 2018, the Swedish Transport Agency had seven pilot project applications under consideration, in addition to Nobina's, which has already been approved to test self-driving vehicles on Swedish roads.
In May 2018, the Swedish Transport Agency had seven pilot project applications under consideration, in addition to Nobina's, which has already been approved to test self-driving vehicles on Swedish roads.
English : Video of a self-driving bus (i.e. without professional driver) at Chalmers, Gothenburg, Sweden in 2018.
In May 2018, the Swedish Transport Agency had seven pilot project applications under consideration, in addition to Nobina's, which has already been approved to test self-driving vehicles on Swedish roads.
In May 2018, the Swedish Transport Agency had seven pilot project applications under consideration, in addition to Nobina's, which has already been approved to test self-driving vehicles on Swedish roads.
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Preparation of amorphous silicon (1) and magnesium silicide (2), upon reduction of powdered sand with magnesium powder: (1) SiO2(s) + 2Mg(s) = Si(s) + 2MgO(s); and (2) 2Mg(s) + Si(s) = Mg2Si(s). The reaction described by (1) is initiated by heating; then it is self-sustained and is highly exoenergetic.
English : Preparation of amorphous silicon (1) and magnesium silicide (2), upon reduction of powdered sand with magnesium powder:
(1) SiO2(s) + 2Mg(s) = Si(s) + 2MgO(s); and (2) 2Mg(s) + Si(s) = Mg2Si(s).The reaction described by (1) is initiated by heating; then it is self-sustained and is highly exoenergetic.
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A slow-motion video of a lightning strike in Muurame, Central Finland, 22.6.2021 at 240 frames per second (fps).
English : A slow-motion video of a lightning strike in Muurame, Central Finland, 22.6.2021 at 240 frames per second (fps).
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3D volume rendering of synchrotron X-ray microtomography data of a fossil fly puparium (length ca. 4 mm) from the Paleogene (about 30 million years ago), revealing a male parasitoid wasp of the species Xenomorphia resurrecta in symmetric pre-hatching posture.
English : 3D volume rendering of synchrotron X-ray microtomography data of a fossil fly puparium (length ca. 4 mm) from the Paleogene (about 30 million years ago), revealing a male parasitoid wasp of the species Xenomorphia resurrecta in symmetric pre-hatching posture.
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Aati Kalenja is a traditional folk ritual practiced by the Tulu people of Tulu Nadu, India, during the Aati month (July–August) of the Tulu calendar. This ritual involves members of the Nalke community impersonating the spirit 'Kalenja', believed to descend during Aati to protect villagers from misfortunes like diseases and natural calamities . Performers, adorned in costumes made from natural materials like tender coconut leaves and areca nut sheaths, visit households, performing dances and rituals to ward off evil and bring prosperity. In return, they receive offerings such as rice, coconuts, and vegetables
English : Aati Kalenja is a traditional folk ritual practiced by the Tulu people of Tulu Nadu, India, during the Aati month (July–August) of the Tulu calendar. This ritual involves members of the Nalke community impersonating the spirit 'Kalenja', believed to descend during Aati to protect villagers from misfortunes like diseases and natural calamities . Performers, adorned in costumes made from natural materials like tender coconut leaves and areca nut sheaths, visit households, performing dances and rituals to ward off evil and bring prosperity. In return, they receive offerings such as rice, coconuts, and vegetables
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Magnesium silicide is added to 10% hydrochloric acid (HCl(aq)). A vigorous reaction occurs followed by a series of pops due to self-ignition of the generated gaseous products.
English : Magnesium silicide is added to 10% hydrochloric acid (HCl(aq)). A vigorous reaction occurs followed by a series of pops due to self-ignition of the generated gaseous products.
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A video of the microbe Euduboscquella triangula infecting host Helicostomella longa.
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