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This small lake outside Stockholm, Sweden, emits otherworldly sounds as Mårten Ajne skates over its precariously thin, black ice. “Wild ice skating,” or “Nordic skating,” is both an art and a science. A skater seeks out the thinnest, most pristine black ice possible—both for its smoothness, and for its high-pitched, laser-like sounds. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #Skating #ThinIce About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Black ice is recently frozen, and can be as thin as 2 inches and still support the weight of a skater. Like a dome or arch, the support comes from the sides rather than the top, and the water underneath prevents the ice from breaking. But, experience and careful advance planning are key. Factors including temperature, atmospheric conditions, and even satellite images of the Earth’s surface are considered. It’s complicated, but appealing to mathematicians like Ajne. Even with preparation, there’s a risk of falling in… So it’s best done in groups, for safety. Read about the science behind Nordic skating in "How Skating on Thin Ice Creates Laser-Like Sounds" https://www.nationalgeographic.com/... Hear the Otherworldly Sounds of Skating on Thin Ice | National Geographic https://youtu.be/v3O9vNi-dkA National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

In Japan, filmmaker Darryl Thoms explores an unusual group crying practice and why its founder believes it is bringing people together. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe ➡ Get More Short Film Showcase: http://bit.ly/ShortFilmShowcase About Short Film Showcase: The Short Film Showcase spotlights exceptional short videos created by filmmakers from around the web and selected by National Geographic editors. We look for work that affirms National Geographic's belief in the power of science, exploration, and storytelling to change the world. The filmmakers created the content presented, and the opinions expressed are their own, not those of National Geographic Partners. See more from National Geographic's Short Film Showcase at http://documentary.com Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Why do we cry? Even though numerous animal species shed tears, emotional crying is a uniquely human activity. Regardless of the reason behind it, many people believe that expressing one’s emotions in this way can be both cathartic and healthy. In Japan, entrepreneur Hiroki Terai has even adopted this belief as a business strategy. He is the founder of a group crying service that encourages people to cry together while a “handsome weeping boy” wipes their tears away. Known as rui-katsu or 'tear-seeking,’ the practice is especially popular with women and is said to relieve stress levels. In Crying with the Handsome Man, filmmaker Darryl Thoms explores this unusual practice and why its founder believes it is bringing people together. Read more in See Why Japanese Women Are Paying to Cry with a 'Handsome' Man: https://news.nationalgeographic.com... Darryl Thoms: http://www.xorigin.com/ Why Are Japanese Women Paying to Cry with a 'Handsome' Man? | Short Film Showcase https://youtu.be/e0xyvogz_2I National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Also known as quicksilver, mercury (Hg) was once thought to heal broken bones and prolong life. Today, this chemical element is known to be a dangerous neurotoxin. Mercury poses a range of serious health risks including kidney damage, memory loss, and even death. From burning fossil fuels to eating contaminated swordfish and tuna, learn about the causes of mercury poisoning and how regulating use could prevent future risk. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta What is Mercury Poisoning? | National Geographic https://youtu.be/KqNwAOTquwY National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Wolf eels are master predators that live in the North Pacific. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #WolfEels #MateForLife About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Meet the Intimidating Eel That Mates For Life | National Geographic https://youtu.be/apHssuCCLfE National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Pablo Picasso interpreted the world in totally new and unorthodox ways, reinventing our perception of creativity in the process. Antonio Banderas is Picasso. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #GeniusPicasso #Trailer About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Genius: Picasso - Trailer | National Geographic https://youtu.be/knbNwQog4Ro National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Biologist Nan Hauser believes that when a humpback whale approached her and started nudging, lifting, and covering, it was acting to protect her from a nearby tiger shark. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta A biologist who's spent nearly three decades studying humpback whale, Nan Hauser never experienced an encounter like the one in September 2017. For ten minutes, the barnacle-knobbed humpback nudged her, lifted her out of the water, and swept her under its pectoral fin. She thought the whale might kill her. But once she was aboard her boat, she saw a tiger shark in the vicinity. Hauser thinks the whale was trying to protect her. The claim was met with skepticism by Hauser’s peers, and she understands their hesitation. But humpback whales do rescue animals—both other humpbacks and other species—from predators. The reasons for this behavior aren’t fully known. Her first-person footage puts you right where Hauser was. But it's nearly impossible to know the humpback's real motivation. Read more in "Whale Allegedly Protects Diver From Shark, But Questions Remain" https://news.nationalgeographic.com... Was This Whale Trying to Save a Diver’s Life? | National Geographic https://youtu.be/_NBjaUGaUos National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Villagers rescued a 440-pound Mekong giant catfish displaced by recent flooding in southern Thailand. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Nicknamed the "swamp king," the catfish was stranded in shallow water more than two miles away from its home. The rescuers hauled the fish out with a giant net and transported it back home on a motorbike trailer, with the entire rescue taking more than six hours. The Mekong giant catfish is the world’s largest scaleless freshwater fish and are also endangered. Overfishing and habitat destruction threaten the survival of this wild species. Read "Giant 'Swamp King' Fish Rescued From Flood." https://news.nationalgeographic.com... 440-Pound Giant Catfish Saved by Villagers | National Geographic https://youtu.be/ACHyzUYmswQ National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

The Zodarion spider lurks among an ant colony, mimicking its victims. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta This Spider Wears Its Victims Like a Hat | National Geographic https://youtu.be/Ij6J3GG6hP8 National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

While restoring a statue of Jesus, art preservationists discovered a hidden message detailing Spanish life in the 18th century. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta An 18th-century wooden carving of Jesus holds a message from the past. Conservators with Madrid-based Da Vinci Restauro were examining a crucifix from a church about 80 miles north of the Spanish capital. The statue turned out to be hollow with a removable panel. Located on the figure’s backside, the opening was hidden by the cross. Inside lay a letter describing life in Spain in 1777, written by a chaplain, Joaquín Mínguez. The priest names the reigning monarch, Carlos III, catalogues crops and products such as wine. He tells of the Inquisition and of happier customs, with music and games. Mínguez seems to have intentionally placed the letter to serve as a time capsule. The document itself will go to an archive. But to honor Mínguez's wishes, a copy will stay within the statue. Secret Message Discovered in Statue of Jesus | National Geographic https://youtu.be/YboOJAghy-s National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

This is what climate change looks like. This starving polar bear was spotted by National Geographic photographer Paul Nicklen on Somerset Island. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #PolarBears #GlobalWarming About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta As temperatures rise, and sea ice melts, polar bears lose access to the main staple of their diet—seals. Starving, and running out of energy, they are forced to wander into human settlements for any source of food. Feeding polar bears is illegal. Without finding another source of food, this bear likely only had a few more hours to live. Read more in "Heart-Wrenching Video Shows Starving Polar Bear on Iceless Land." http://bit.ly/LearnMoreAboutClimate... Heart-Wrenching Video: Starving Polar Bear on Iceless Land | National Geographic https://youtu.be/_JhaVNJb3ag National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

March into the legendary Battle of Waterloo and experience the largest reenacted battle of its kind. On the 200th anniversary of Napoleon Bonaparte’s defeat – you will find yourself caught in the crossfire with 6200 reenactors, 120 canons, and 5500 pounds of gunfire. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Produced by BLACK DOT FILMS VR for National Geographic Partners. © 2017 National Geographic Partners, LLC. All Rights Reserved 360° Battle of Waterloo | National Geographic https://youtu.be/Bj1aVW3LuVo National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

At 92 years old, World War II paratrooper Les Cruise is one of the last surviving veterans who parachuted into Normandy on D-Day. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe ➡ Get More Short Film Showcase: http://bit.ly/ShortFilmShowcase #NationalGeographic #Veterans #ShortFilmShowcase About Short Film Showcase: The Short Film Showcase spotlights exceptional short videos created by filmmakers from around the web and selected by National Geographic editors. We look for work that affirms National Geographic's belief in the power of science, exploration, and storytelling to change the world. The filmmakers created the content presented, and the opinions expressed are their own, not those of National Geographic Partners. See more from National Geographic's Short Film Showcase at http://documentary.com Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta His bravery on that fateful day in history helped contribute to the liberation of France and the ending of the war in Europe. However, Cruise’s remarkable life story is not just one of heroism, but family. Abandoned at age 7 and raised in an orphanage, he forged a close brotherhood with his fellow soldiers in the 82nd Airborne Division. Nicknamed the “All Americans,” Cruise saw many of his friends killed in battle before being wounded himself and earning a Purple Heart. Today, Cruise returns to fly once again in the same WWII plane he jumped out of 72 years ago. Surrounded by his loving wife and family, this American hero reflects on a life full of family and blessings in this short film by 7 Wonders Cinema. Follow 7 Wonders Cinema: https://www.7wonderscinema.com/ http://www.facebook.com/7wonderscin... http://www.vimeo.com/user59583330 http://www.instagram.com/7wondersci... 'The Long Road Home' is an incredible true story about soldiers at war and the families they leave behind. Tune in Tuesdays at 10/9c on National Geographic. http://channel.nationalgeographic.c... Watch This Veteran Fly in the Same WWII Plane He Jumped from on D-Day | Short Film Showcase https://youtu.be/k8ZrpTcEopo National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Tagging along with Saint Nicholas, legend tells us this "Christmas Devil" comes to punish children who have misbehaved. Learn about his Germanic origins and how this sinister figure is celebrated. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Who Is Krampus? | National Geographic https://youtu.be/HrKL7D7QZRA National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Explorer Bob Ballard explains why shoes are all that's left of many Titanic passengers. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe #NationalGeographic #Titanic #JamesCameron About Titanic: 100 Years James Cameron and Bob Ballard join National Geographic Channel in marking the Titanic disaster's 100th anniversary. About Drain the Titanic Advanced new underwater mapping, combined with the latest computer graphics techniques, are today enabling us to virtually ‘drain’ the Titanic, and reveal spectacular 3D images of the final resting place of this most iconic of shipwrecks. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Why You Won't Find Bodies On The Titanic | Titanic: 20 Years Later with James Cameron https://youtu.be/adfA6VklSyo National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

In late 2016, for the first time in centuries, scientists uncovered what many consider the tomb of Christ during a historic restoration. Join Archaeologist-in-Residence FREDRIK HIEBERT, engineer COREY JASKOLSKI, Emmy-nominated filmmaker J.J. KELLEY, and National Geographic staff writer KRISTIN ROMEY for a behind-the-scenes look at the momentous project and Nat Geo Museum’s new immersive 3-D experience “Tomb of Christ.” ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta https://www.nationalgeographic.org/... Experience the Tomb of Christ Like Never Before | National Geographic https://youtu.be/t9GU_e6Pn28 National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo

Over a hundred years ago, the Titanic sank beneath the Atlantic Ocean in less than three hours. Hailed as the most beautiful ship of her time, Titanic's short-lived life was full of luxury. This video will explore some little-known facts about this unsinkable story. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe ➡ Drain the Titanic airs Sunday November 26 at 3PM ET. #NationalGeographic #Titanic #History About Titanic: 100 Years James Cameron and Bob Ballard join National Geographic Channel in marking the Titanic disaster's 100th anniversary. About Drain the Titanic Advanced new underwater mapping, combined with the latest computer graphics techniques, are today enabling us to virtually ‘drain’ the Titanic, and reveal spectacular 3D images of the final resting place of this most iconic of shipwrecks. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta The Titanic was a massive cruise ship that was commonly viewed as indestructible. When it began its maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City in 1912, voyagers indulged in some of the most elegant luxuries of the time. But the state-of-the-art safety equipment wasn’t enough to keep the ship afloat after striking a massive iceberg; more than 1,500 people died. Now the infamous ship rests 12,000 feet deep in the Atlantic Ocean, about 400 miles southeast of Newfoundland. This video will reveal some little-known facts from this iconic story that intrigues historians to this day. How Did the 'Unsinkable' Titanic End Up at the Bottom of the Ocean? | National Geographic https://youtu.be/4pywFRpEcZA National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo