The Gherkin, a unique and environmentally conscious building in London's financial district, is now open to the public. Designed by architect Norman Foster, this slim glass tower uses its circular shape to maximize window space and draw...

In this video, Eric Scott, the only Rocket Belt performer in the world, sets a new altitude record by landing in a high place without using valuable propellant to return to the ground. The rocket belt, developed in the 1960s, uses...

The newly opened Sungard technology centre in London is the largest of its kind in Europe, offering computer backup facilities and office space for companies affected by power outages, floods, or fires. Equipped with advanced monitoring...

The video discusses the implementation and impact of London's congestion charging system, which has reduced traffic congestion and improved air quality in the city. The revenue generated by the charge has been reinvested in public...

WESTMINSTER ABBEY FOR CENTURIES WESTMINSTER ABBEY HAS BEEN AT THE HEART OF POLITICAL AND RELIGIOUS LIFE IN BRITAIN. IT WAS HOME TO PARLIAMENT DURING THE 14TH CENTURY AND HAS SEEN THE CORONATION OF EVERY MONARCH WITH THE EXCEPTION OF TWO.

BIG BEN THERE ARE NOT MANY CLOCKS AROUND THE WORLD THAT ARE INSTANTLY RECOGNIZABLE OR A NOTABLE LANDMARK BUT THIS ONE IS SPECIAL. IT IS BIG BEN IN LONDON. HOW MANY CLOCKS DO WE KNOW THAT MAKE THE NEWS WHEN THEY STOP?

BUCKINGHAM PALACE BUCKINGHAM PALACE IS PROBABLY THE MOST FAMOUS BUILDING IN LONDON. IT IS THE OFFICIAL RESIDENCE OF THE QUEEN AND IT SERVES HER MAJESTY AS BOTH A HOME AND AN OFFICE. THE ROYAL STANDARD FLIES FROM THE ROOF WHEN THE MONARCH...

TATE MODERN TO THE CASUAL OBSERVER THIS VIEW BANKSIDE POWER STATION ON THE BANKS OF THE THAMES IN LONDON MAY SEEM UNREMARKABLE. BUT TO ART LOVERS AROUND THE WORLD IT IS A SITE OF INSPIRATION THIS IS HOME OF TATE MODERN, ONE OF THE MOST...

ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL AFTER TWO YEARS OF REFURBISHMENT, ONE OF LONDON S CULTURAL AND ARCHITECTURAL ICONS, THE ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL HAS FINALLY RE-OPENED. THE ARTS COMPLEX ON THE SOUTH BANK OF THE THAMES WAS CONSTRUCTED AS PART OF THE...

LABAN THIS IS A STORY THAT BLENDS AN OLD STORY, ART AND ARCHITECTURE THE LABAN CENTRE IN SOUTH EAST LONDON IS HOME TO THE WORLD'S LARGEST BUILDING FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE. THE BUILDING IS CUTTING EDGE IN DESIGN AND PURPOSE BUILT FOR...

LONDON EYE THE SKYLINE IS MARKED BY LONDON'S NEWEST DRAWCARD. THE MILLENNIUM WHEEL OPENED IN MARCH 2000 TO SUPPORT AND SCEPTICISM. BUT IT ONLY TOOK A FEW MONTHS FOR THE LONDON EYE, AS IT S AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN, TO BECOME BRITAIN S TOP...

The Cutty Sark, one of the world's most famous merchant sailing ships, is in need of restoration to preserve its historic value. Its innovative design and record-breaking speed have made it an iconic piece of maritime history. However,...

This video highlights the issue of energy inefficiency in buildings in the UK, particularly north of London. It showcases the efforts of a factory that is actively reducing its energy consumption while maintaining profits, thanks to a...

This video provides a historical overview of the origins and development of football, from ancient ball games to the formation of the Football Association and the creation of the modern rules of the game. It highlights the significance...

This video details the rise of William, Duke of Normandy, from a vulnerable fugitive to the supreme warlord of France. It chronicles his strategic triumphs over rebellious nobles and rival kings, culminating in a decisive victory over...

Sir Bobby Charlton is a legendary footballer who has made significant contributions both on and off the pitch. From his successful career as a player and manager to his involvement in community work and charitable endeavors, he has left...

This video highlights the international career of English footballer Frank Lampard. It covers his debut with the Under 20 team, his journey to playing in international tournaments, including Euro 2004 and the 2006 World Cup, and the...

DOWNING STREET LONDON IS A CITY WHERE HISTORY IS ALWAYS CLOSE TO THE SURFACE. IT S ARCHITECTURAL LANDMARKS ARE A REMINDER THAT THE MOST SIGNIFICANT SITES DO NOT ALWAYS HAVE TO BE MONUMENTAL IN SIZE. THIS STORY IS ABOUT ONE OF THOSE...

TOWER OF LONDON OVER THE CENTURIES, OUT-OF-FLAVOR QUEENS, POLITICAL CONSPIRATORS, RELIGIOUS DISSIDENTS AND THOSE WHO SIMPLY CROSSED THE RULING MONARCH HAVE ALL BEEN IMPRISONED AT THE TOWER OF LONDON. IT STILL CONTRIBUTES TO A GRUESOME...

Dive into the world of jellied eels, a London staple, from their history to how they're savored today.<br/>

The reason airplane flights take longer when traveling west is because of the different speeds of rotation on Earth. The rotational velocity of Earth decreases as one goes from the Equator to the poles. This means that a place on the...

As skyscrapers spring up throughout London, one of the world's biggest urban zones, special planning laws have been brought in to protect views of St Paul's Cathedral and its famous dome. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements -...

The time on your watch is more complicated than you might think. Find out how and why time changes as you move around the planet, and how these changes affect you. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Time...

The story of a race between two teams of scientists in the 1950s - Francis Crick and James Watson, Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins - desperate to be the first to unlock the molecular structure of DNA. Biology - Cells And DNA -...