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[Spring Festival Special Edition] Struggles in the Journey of Life: Career, Knowledge, Health, Family, Friendship (1)

Duration: 0:57:32

In our challenging and lengthy journey of life, we all strive to juggle five balls like a magician, attempting to keep them all in the air and not let any of them fall. These balls represent health, family and friendship, and this seems impossible to achieve. However, this program, sponsored by a friendship rating app, allows people to take and share photos with their loved ones in real-time, supplemented with festive dress ups during the Chinese New Year. The program aims to help people cope with the struggles of their life journey and manage their work, health, and personal relationships. The topic is broad, so it is divided into four parts, with two internet entrepreneurs joining as guest speakers. The first episode is all about balancing health, career, and personal relationships during the Chinese New Year, with discussions on the challenges each person faces while juggling these aspects of their life.

Language: Chinese
Topics: Chinese New Year

How did life arise? What is the first living creature on earth? Simply 3

Duration: 0:07:34.925351

If you asked any dead person who was the first living being to appear on the surface of planet Earth, they would probably say Adam, the first human. But wait, we're not talking about humans, we want to know who the first living being was. In today's episode, we will find out about the origin of life, the sensitive issue between science and religion. We will learn about the evolution of life on Earth, from the beginning of the universe to the formation of stars, solar systems, and the Earth itself. Finally, we will delve into the formation of organic matter, the building blocks of life. Stay tuned for the next episode, where we will explore the theory of evolution and the ongoing debate between atheists and believers.

Language: Arabic
Topics: Origin of Life on EarthScience versus Religion in Understanding the Origin of Life

Convention on Biological Diversity: Efforts to stop harming the environment

Duration: 0:11:42

The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity Conference was held in Kunming, China on November 11th with representatives from over 100 countries attending. Prior to the conference, the Kunming Declaration was passed on October 13th, which aimed to stop the destruction of life in the next decade. The conference focused on the theme of "Building a Shared Future for All Life on Earth," with an emphasis on ecological civilization. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the conference was split into two phases and included an ecological forum with participation from international organizations, research institutions, social groups, and businesses. During the first phase of the conference, 98 ministers from 94 countries attended and passed the Kunming Declaration, which set four main goals for protecting global biodiversity until 2050, as well as ten targets for 2030 and 21 specific tasks. The declaration called for urgent coordinated action by all countries to transform all sectors of the global economy to achieve these goals.

Language: Chinese
Topics: COVID-19Biology

Bruegel the Peasant Painter

Duration: 0:08:42.566485

From the elegance of Venus to the modernist and bizarre gifts of Picasso, the legendary life of the master of virus art is a story of Western art. Born in 1525, the peasant painter Bruegel, possibly from the Netherlands or from a place called Bruegel, learned painting from a man named Cook in Antwerp. He later became a professional painter and gained fame for his detailed and precise works. After traveling to Italy and back to the Netherlands, Bruegel settled in Brussels and focused on painting, depicting ordinary people and farmers in his works with a deep love and understanding. His paintings also reflected the harsh political realities of Spain's oppression of the Dutch people and their resistance. Bruegel died in 1569 at the age of 44, leaving behind a masterpiece called "The Hunters in the Snow," which is considered one of the greatest winter paintings in Western art history. The painting, created in 1565, depicts hunters walking in the snow with a tranquil and serene atmosphere, capturing the essence of winter with its simple and clean colors. Bruegel's unique style and nationalistic approach have made "The Hunters in the Snow" an immortal classic in art history.

Language: Chinese
Topics: Pieter BruegelThe Life and Works of Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Algerian artist Mohamed Bourouissa at a retrospective exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo

Duration: 0:13:26

Welcome to "Standing at Any Verse," where Algerian artist Mohammed Ben Khemissa hosts discussions about his first exhibition, "Chemistry of Recovery," dedicated to his parents, which is currently being held in Khalid Tokyo until next month. The exhibition transforms the entrance into a lush garden filled with plants and music, turning ordinary objects into living beings. Ben Khemissa talks about his personal and creative relationship with plants, inspired by his experiences at a psychiatric hospital and a museum. He discusses his uncle, Mohamed Bourescha, who spent 40 years at a psychiatric hospital in Brescia, Italy, and how he influenced Ben Khemissa's interest in plants and gardening. Through personal training, Ben Khemissa learned about garden design and began to focus on plants, their colors, and their interactions. His work eventually led him to collaborate on projects in Sydney in 2020, exploring the relationship between humans and plants in urban environments. Ben Khemissa also delves into the importance of sound in his artwork, drawing on his lifelong connection to music and the impact it has had on his creative process. He explains how his exhibition aims to challenge perceptions and explore the intricate interplay between humans, plants, and the environment. Through innovative technologies, such as the use of electrical impulses to generate sound from plants, Ben Khemissa highlights the interconnectedness of all living beings. The exhibition showcases various moments captured by Ben Khemissa, highlighting the fragility and invisibility of life. He discusses challenging societal issues through his artwork, shedding light on the complex relationships we have with our surroundings. By addressing themes of unemployment, social inequality, and community dynamics, Ben Khemissa's exhibition invites viewers to reflect on their own place in society and the impact of their actions. In conclusion, "Standing at Any Verse" serves as a platform for Ben Khemissa to explore the intersection of art, society, and nature, creating a space for contemplation and dialogue about the interconnectedness of all living beings.

Language: Arabic
Topics: ArtExploring Mohamed Bourouissa's Exhibition and Artistic JourneyNature and Urban Life in Bourouissa's Art
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