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Sketches of the World: Housing in Yemen

Take a look at this video to learn more about the dwellings of Yemen.

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Afghanistan Artifacts Find Home in Museum (1:30)

Watch this video about artifacts on HowStuffWorks. See how some of Afghanistan's oldest artifacts were recovered and dated using carbon dating in this video from Reuters.

Islam and Civilization: When the Taliban Ruled (5:41)

This chapter looks at the Taliban rule of Afghanistan.

The Underground World of Iran (4:50)

Imtiyaz Delawala discusses popular culture with Iranian teenagers.

Being Oil Rich (6:45)

Saeed Laylaz, a Tehran-based economist and newspaper columnist, discusses Iranian economics and what it means to be oil-rich.

An Eye for An Eye in Iran (3:55)

Ted Koppel discusses crime, punishment and Iranian culture with Rahim Bathaei, a guide and interpreter for the film crew in the Discovery Channel series, "Koppel on Iran."

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Islam and Civilization: When the Taliban Ruled (5:41)

This chapter looks at the Taliban rule of Afghanistan.

Sketches of the World: Housing in Yemen (2:51)

Take a look at this video to learn more about the dwellings of Yemen.

Forensic Detectives: Jerusalem Home to Three Religions (1:57)

Jerusalem is home to Islam, Christianity and Judaism. Each religion has its origins in this city.

Forensic Detectives: Israel's Treasures (1:04)

Israel's treasures say as much about its past as its present. Many people of different religions make pilgrimages to the ancient city.

Markets of the World: Pakistan (3:32)

Leaders of an expedition to climb K2 must find all the necessary supplies in the crowded markets of Rawalpindi.

Markets of the World: Yemen (3:07)

The most popular products in the markets of troubled Yemen are a mild hallucinogenic called qat and ceremonial daggers called jambiya and other weapons.

1982: The Israeli Invasion of Lebanon (3:54)

Israel invaded Lebanon, including its capital, Beirut, to wipe out PLO strongholds; President Reagan sent a representative to try to negotiate an end to the bloodshed.