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What has been happening in Iceland?
Iceland has been in the news over the past few months because of another 'Icelandic eruption'. The one in 2010 caused travel chaos. What can we expect in the future?
Traditional remedies: herbalism and magic in 19th century Myanmar
This lecture explores how in the 19th century physical and mental illnesses were treated with herbal remedies gathered in the since decimated forests of Myanmar and with magic potions, prepared by spirit specialists.
Planet Hope podcast live, brought to you by The Times and Rolex
Adam Vaughan, Times Environment Editor, speaks to Denica Riadini-Flesch to discover how regenerative farm-to-closet supply chains in the textile industry is helping to address environmental and social problems.
Is a single map enough exploration for an entire lifetime?
How well do those of us who dream of exploration know the place we live? Global traveller Alastair Humphreys spent a year exploring his local map, helping him connect with nearby nature.
Informing action: Esmond B.Martin lecture
The lecture will explore examples of how careful research can be the foundation of progress towards a better world. The 2024 Esmond B. Martin RGS Prize will also be presented.
Tales from my latest travels
With a career spanning the globe, join Sir Michael Palin for a talk on his latest travels in another region of our world.
Adventure in the Andes: the Life Cycle biodiversity bike ride
Kate cycled the length of South America, following the spine of the Andes on a bamboo bike she built herself, with the aim to explore and champion biodiversity.
Nine Quarters of Jerusalem
In Jerusalem, what you see and what is true are two different things. Join author Matthew Teller as he deconstructs some myths to show the Holy City in a new light.
The future of UK oil
Professor Gavin Bridge will share findings from a four year research project on the changing relations between global oil networks and the UK.
Might AI unleash Earth’s secrets?
This talk will discuss the potential for using AI to help us better understand (and perhaps predict) earthquakes and volcanoes.
Jihadi exploitation of the Arabic poetic tradition - Dr Elisabeth Kendall
What drives militant jihadis to compose poetry? This talk seeks to reveal why and how Arabic poetry is deployed as a weapon by groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS.
Breaking boundaries
Driven by curiosity, Preet embarked on an Antarctic adventure fuelled by a simple Google search. Preet wanted to show people that they could start anywhere, they could have any goal and achieve whatever they want, regardless of where they were born, or where they are from