Situated to the west of the Pacific, almost 750 miles away from Australia, New Caledonia is where you will find the largest lagoon on the planet. A coral universe of breath-taking beauty, the lagoon is resident to countless marine species and is both the pantry and the incredible playground of the archipelago?s inhabitants.
Asia's Monarchies are all unique, but there is one thing they all share in common - all are at a fascinating point in their various histories. In this five-part series we journey to the heart of these beautiful lands to understand the relationship between the people and their monarchs. To many, their monarchy is an anachronism, an institution that hampers progression. To others, it is the heart and soul of their nation, part of their shared history and a guard against the dangers of modernity. What does the future hold for these monarchies? What is clear is that Asia's monarchies are at a tipping-point and that what happens to each of them will bring about a whole new era that will affect not only the East but the whole world.
Brunei may be one of the richest nations in the world, but financial problems have beset even their royal house. The sultan has recently made moves towards some form of partial democracy. However, it is up to him whether or not he introduces it. Why did he make a move to do so, and then let it drop?
In the south of Brittany, between Lorient and Vannes, in the shade of the neighboring Gulf of Morbihan, the Ria Etel runs some fifteen miles from the coast to the Morbihan countryside. Studded with islets, creeks, forests and cultivated fields, yet so close to the open sea, the Ria Etel provides a multitude of faces and places.
A short ferry ride from Lorient, France, lies the picturesque island of Groix. Known for its beaches, coastal paths and small villages and hamlets, Groix provides a relaxing way of life for its local residents. It is in this setting that we meet three islanders who have recently dropped anchor on Groix, each looking for a new identity and life.
From the sumptuous Amalfi coast to the isle of Procida by way of the Sorrento Peninsula and Capri, this is Naples! From encounter to encounter, this is a portrait of this region of Italy, noted as a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. The exploration is by both ground and air, with some unexpected encounters in this capital of opera.
Situated to the west of the Pacific, almost 750 miles away from Australia, New Caledonia is where you will find the largest lagoon on the planet. A coral universe of breath-taking beauty, the lagoon is resident to countless marine species and is both the pantry and the incredible playground of the archipelago?s inhabitants.
FLASHPOINT - Brings together an accomplished group of Hawai'i based artists working under the theme of FIRE. Artworks in this exhibition depict the varied aspects of FIRE and are visual interpretations of flashpoints in time and place - in methods of fabrication and conceptual context.
This documentary highlights several of Hawai`i's most prominent artists. Each 25-minute segment features two artists who work in the same medium. They share their views and philosophy, and discuss technique and style.
Bhutan's governing party pledged recently to follow the policies of the absolute monarchy it is replacing, after it won a landslide in the country?s first parliamentary elections. This remote, beautiful country truly is in the throes of a noble experiment. What makes this experiment unique is that this move towards democracy has been initiated by the ruling monarch himself.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
In 2008, Nepal's monarchy was ousted from power, turfed out of their palaces, and the country began a new era as a republic. The story of the fall of the house of Shah is one of bloodshed, betrayal and intrigue. The transformation from kingdom to republic was swift, dramatic, and leaves huge questions unanswered about the future.
Audience: Students; Grades: 9-12; Subject Areas: Social Studies. (2014) Culture series on what makes Hawaii's local "mixing bowl" of ethnic backgrounds. From the arrivals of the first immigrants to today's social and cultural organizations and associations. This episode on Filipino Americans in Hawaii features archival footage of the early plantation workers, known as sakadas. Interviews include Dr. Belinda A. Aquino (Professor Emeritus and former Director of the Center for Philippine Studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa), Dr. Raymund Liongson (Associate Professor & Coordinator of Asian & Philippine Studies at University of Hawaii Leeward Community College), Dr. Vina A. Lanzona (Current Director of the Center for Philippine Studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa), and a visit to the Filipino Community Center in Waipahu.
Audience: General; Subject: Schools. (2018) See two large garden programs of the Hawaii Department of Education. First, Waikiki Elementary School's Mindful School Garden. Started on Earth Day over10 years ago, the fruit trees and farm plants are still going strong with help from students, parents, and community. Second, Makaha Elementary School's partnership with neighboring farm Hoa 'Aina O Makaha. Interviews with school garden teachers and staff.
For centuries, loko i'a, or fishponds, were a vital part of the Native Hawaiian food system, connecting freshwater sources to the ocean, using rock-wall enclosures to raise and eventually harvest fish. In recent decades, there has been a resurgence of this indigenous way of aquafarming. Kai Piha: Na Loko I'a looks at how four fishponds on O'ahu are being restored.
In the south of Brittany, between Lorient and Vannes, in the shade of the neighboring Gulf of Morbihan, the Ria Etel runs some fifteen miles from the coast to the Morbihan countryside. Studded with islets, creeks, forests and cultivated fields, yet so close to the open sea, the Ria Etel provides a multitude of faces and places.
A short ferry ride from Lorient, France, lies the picturesque island of Groix. Known for its beaches, coastal paths and small villages and hamlets, Groix provides a relaxing way of life for its local residents. It is in this setting that we meet three islanders who have recently dropped anchor on Groix, each looking for a new identity and life.
From the sumptuous Amalfi coast to the isle of Procida by way of the Sorrento Peninsula and Capri, this is Naples! From encounter to encounter, this is a portrait of this region of Italy, noted as a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. The exploration is by both ground and air, with some unexpected encounters in this capital of opera.
Situated to the west of the Pacific, almost 750 miles away from Australia, New Caledonia is where you will find the largest lagoon on the planet. A coral universe of breath-taking beauty, the lagoon is resident to countless marine species and is both the pantry and the incredible playground of the archipelago?s inhabitants.