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Peregrine Falcons Thrive in New York City

In Peregrine Falcons Thrive in New York City, narrator Sir David Attenborough describes the growth of urban environments and the great impact on the planet. Peregrine falcons living in New York City have adapted well to their urban habitat. The ledges of tall buildings provide a place to nest and from which to soar. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.

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City Dwellers Are Gardening on Rooftops

Tour a rooftop garden with a view of the New York City skyline. The garden is not only providing a place for people to come together, but it’s cooling the buildings and city, absorbing rainwater to prevent sewage flooding, and providing a source of fresh, local produce for the community. This video is excerpted from BBC News.

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The Go Jetters Visit the Statue of Liberty

In The Go Jetters Visit the Statue of Liberty, the Go Jetters crew visits New York City and the Statue of Liberty — a gift from France. Learn how the statue faces southeast to welcome visitors arriving by boat in the harbor. This video is excerpted from BBC's Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four plucky international heroes as they travel the globe visiting the world’s most famous landmarks with their friend and mentor, Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.

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The Go Jetters Land in New York City's Central Park

In The Go Jetters Land in New York City's Central Park, the Go Jetters crew heads to the world-famous park. Ubercorn shares funky facts about how the park cleans smog in the city, how it’s man-made, and how it’s the perfect place for outdoor fun. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four international heroes as they travel the globe visiting landmarks and solving environmental problems with Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.

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Andy Warhol, Innovative Artist

In Andy Warhol, Innovative Artist, host Lily Cole discusses Andy Warhol's childhood and rise to fame, including how he was shot in 1968 in New York City and never fully recovered from his injuries. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, a documentary series celebrating the achievements of the most influential figures of the era.