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On May 29, 1953, after countless failed attempts by others, a New Zealander named Edmund Hillary and a Nepali Sherpa named Tenzing Norgay became the first two people to officially stand on the summit of Mount Everest. Stream Everest, part of our Giant Screen Gems: Movies Made…

Fungi are standing on business when it comes to shaping this earth. 🍄  These pioneering organisms had a unique ability to "mine" minerals from rocks. They would secrete powerful acids and enzymes, slowly dissolving the stone to access essential nutrients. This process, repeated…

Did you know that Los Angeles started as a small settlement? We wonder if those mestizos knew that they were founding what would become one of the United States' major cities!  . . . #curiositystream #onthisday #educationalcontent #losangeles

What does a single piece of wood tell us about a lost civilization? The answer, in Yellowstone, is everything. Stream Ancient Yellowstone on #curiositystream by clicking the link in our bio! 📺 Also, you can get 40% off AND a year of free CuriosityU today for our #backtoschool…

Yellowstone is so much more than just geysers and canyons. Beneath the surface and throughout its history, the park holds stories that many visitors never hear about. Swipe through to uncover three surprising facts that show just how extraordinary this landscape really is! 🦬 .…

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When a tree falls in the forest, who's the first on the scene? Not a logger or an animal, but a fungus! These incredible organisms are the ultimate decomposers, and they have a critical, and kind of gross, job: to eat death. Stream The Kingdom: How Fungi Made Our World on…

Before the dinosaurs, before the first forests, and even before most animals, there were fungi, and they had a truly monumental job. Their story on land begins not in a forest, but on barren, lifeless rock. Stream The Kingdom: How Fungi Made Our World on #curiositystream by…

The melting ice of Yellowstone isn't just a climate story; it's unfreezing American history itself. For millennia, ice patches have held perfectly preserved secrets, and now, they're giving up a powerful, tangible record of American Indian heritage. Stream Ancient Yellowstone…

September is Environmental Awareness Month. 🌎 Every community, every culture, and every generation shares this one home. It’s our responsibility to keep it thriving for generations to come! .  . . #curiositystream #environmentalawarenessmonth #nature #wildlife

Lions and cheetahs often find themselves at odds. As apex predators, lions dominate the food chain and can pose a significant threat to cheetahs, particularly during territorial disputes or over food sources. Lions may chase off or even attack cheetahs to assert dominance or…

Meet the dedicated parent bug, also known as the shield bug!  These fascinating insects show remarkable parental care, especially the mothers. You'll often find the female shield bug diligently guarding her cluster of eggs, protecting them from predators and parasites. Stream…

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This post features intense footage of a plane losing control during an air performance and contains scenes with blood that some may find disturbing. Please watch with caution. Air shows showcase incredible skill, but sometimes, even the best pilots face…

On this day in 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his historic “I Have a Dream” speech during the March on Washington. His powerful words ignited a movement, inspiring millions to stand for justice, equality, and hope. Decades later, his dream continues to resonate,…

Witness the incredible spectacle of baby red crabs emerging on Christmas Island. These minuscule crustaceans, after hatching and being swept into the ocean, face a daunting journey back to land. They're churned in the waves, battling the powerful currents and numerous predators…

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Springing into action quickly! 🌱 Saiga antelope calves are born remarkably precocial, meaning they develop rapidly in the womb. Stream Wild Summer School on #curiositystream by clicking the link in our bio! 📺 Also, you can get 40% off AND a year of free CuriosityU today…

Animals have a way of unlocking parts of us we didn’t know existed. In honor of National Dog Day, give your pup an extra treat for us! 🐾  . . . #nationaldogday #curiositystream #animaldocumentary #watchandwonder

For the Heiltsuk First Nation on the central coast of British Columbia, the annual herring spawn isn't just a natural event—it's the beginning of their new year and the lifeblood of their culture. For thousands of years, this massive, shimmering influx of fish has been a source…

The annual herring spawn is a breathtaking natural event that transforms coastal waters into a vibrant, churning spectacle of life. In a massive and coordinated effort, millions of herring gather in dense shoals to release their eggs and milt (sperm) into the water. Stream Great…

While D-Day was a monumental success, the harrowing experience on the beaches of Normandy taught a brutal lesson: getting troops and heavy equipment from ships to the shore under fire was an immense and costly challenge! Stream Titans of Defense on #curiositystream by clicking…