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South Korea is currently ranked as the most innovative country in the world. Our mega journey begins at one of the most technologically advanced LED monitor factories on the planet. We then take to the seas to see how the world's largest shipbuilder has developed an amazing new method for constructing ships. Discover one of the busiest subway systems in the world, and the high-tech command centre that's designed to keep everything on the rails. We'll...
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Mexico may be known for Tequila and Tacos, but it's also home to the largest open-air salt mine in the world, extracting 7.5 million tons of salt each year. We'll visit this giant above ground mine that's been created by tidal sea water coming onto the land and being evaporated into the sun. Huge dikes are used to create "salt pans" that trap the sea water. These man-made salt pans cover over 180 sq km. MegaWorld will go to new heights as the world's...
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The Czech Republic has a long history of innovative engineering. See how they are meeting the challenges of building Europe's longest automobile tunnel right underneath the historic city of Prague. Go behind the scenes for exclusive access to the world's largest castle in downtown Prague. Watch European Truck Racing champion David Vr'ecký attempt to break the 300 km/h barrier and set a new world speed record. Other stories include a Czech company...
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There's more to Norway than fresh seafood and majestic fjords. A leader in shipbuilding, we'll go behind the scenes to witness how the Norwegian company is changing the way ocean vessels are made. Ulstein X-Bow has developed a revolutionary new hull that's designed to provide a smoother ride for cargo and a safer journey for the crew. Ski flying takes ski jumping to a whole new level, and construction crews are hard at work building the world's highest,...
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Denmark may be a small country, but it's definitely big when it comes to engineering and technology. See how the Danes are harnessing the power of nature by building the largest offshore wind farms in the world. Find out how Copenhagen is experimenting with a revolutionary new underground parking technology and visit the famous LEGO toy company which produces 20 billion LEGO bricks per year or 600 pieces per second. Other stories include the Bang...
86) Mega-projects
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Recent scientific advancements in the field of physics have included the discovery of Higgs boson and other new particles, thanks to the Large Hadron Collider. This film investigates the experiments that led to these successes. A visit to the world's largest prototype nuclear fusion reactor offers a glimpse at the attempts to find a new supply of energy.
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There's a lot more to Austria than Mozart and the Von Trapp singers. Travel to the top of the Austrian Alps to see how a ski resort protects itself from deadly avalanches, watch World Champion air racer Hannes Arch pull 12 Gs in his aircraft as he trains for the upcoming season, and witness armored vehicles survive the most violent explosions. Other stories include the world's most unique automobile assembly line, the largest and most powerful airport...
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Argentina makes some of the finest wines in the world, but it's also quickly establishing itself as a technological giant in South America. The MegaWorld team will visit CONAE a civilian agency that builds and launches communication satellites for clients all over the world. We'll get a rare, up-close look at one of these huge communication devices and find out exactly what goes into manufacturing them. We'll visit the world's only factory that makes...
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Seven megalithic temples are to be found on the islands of Malta and Gozo, each a result of an individual development. The Ggantija complex on the island of Gozo is remarkable for its superhuman achievements dating from the Bronze Age. On the island of Malta, the temples of Hagar Qin, Mnajdra and Tarxien are unique architectural masterpieces, given the very limited resources of their builders. The Ta'Hagrat and Skorba complexes bear witness to the...
90) Meganature
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MegaNature takes a riveting trip through the biggest and the best in nature, unravelling the stunning and often breathtaking stories behind some of the greatest animal happenings on Earth. Whether it is the magical mass emergence of mayflies, the sudden appearance of the huge fish shoals, or flocks of budgerigars turning the desert green, there are always important biological reasons for animals to become part of a crowd. Discover why butterflies,...
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"It is time for T. rex and his dinosaur cousins to step aside and let other mega-predators like the terror bird and the giant ripper lizard take the spotlight! Travel back to prehistoric times and meet some of the most impressive creatures to ever roam the Earth. You'll be amazed at the size and the fierceness of these lesser-known predators, many of them ancient ancestors of animals that we still see today. tewart's cheeky, humorous voice--along...
92) Meg's Mat
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Phonics Fun Readers is a series of phonics learning English fairy tale readers designed for children from first-time English to lower grades of elementary school.
94) Meg Takes a Walk
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All about the adventures that occur when Meg takes her dog Peg for a walk.
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Malta's history goes back further than many know, which can be attested to by the numerous Neolithic and Bronze Age era megaliths that dot the island of Malta proper as well as the island of Gozo to the north. Naturally, when European archaeologists began unearthing the megaliths of Malta in the 19th century, they did not know what to think, which led to a plethora of theories, many of them quite fantastic. At least 23 of these temples were uncovered,...
97) Meghan
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No good can ever come of men and their feuds and Meghan Brodie refuses to be a pawn in their games. It all began when Englishman Piers de Montgomerie accepts a challenge from king David-squash a troublesome highland rebellion. For his payment, he accepts disputed lands, but soon discovers what he truly desires is the highland beauty whose Highlander brothers will never accept him. By a stroke of misfortune, Meghan ends up in the middle of their wars,...
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Los hábitos de liderazgo son comportamientos que los ejecutivos, empresarios y otros líderes utilizan para dirigir eficazmente a sus equipos. Sin embargo, no todos los hábitos son igualmente beneficiosos ni efectivos.
Los líderes de éxito encuentran la manera de incorporar el mayor número de hábitos saludables y beneficiosos en su vida diaria, tanto personal como laboral. Por ejemplo, establecen objetivos, toman notas, escuchan a sus equipos,...
99) Megan Leavey
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MEGAN LEAVEY is based on the true life story of a young Marine Corporal (Kate Mara) whose unique discipline and bond with her military combat dog saved many lives during their deployment in Iraq. When she is assigned to clean up the K9 unit after a disciplinary hearing, Leavey identifies with a particularly aggressive dog, Rex, and is given the chance to train him. Over the course of their service, Megan and Rex completed more than 100 missions until...
100) Megan Rapinoe
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Megan Rapinoe, the world record–breaking soccer player and activist.
Growing up in Redding, California, Megan discovered her calling chasing a ball on the school playground. Even if she didn't always fit in at school, she was a star on the field—and her teammates thought so too.