Poetry

Pure poetry! 2019/20 Champions League moments in slow-motion | Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé

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We’ve picked out some of the best skills, goals and moments from this season’s Champions League to enjoy in super slow-motion. Hit ‘Subscribe’ above to ensure you never miss a video from the BT Sport YouTube channel. Visit and subscribe to our ‘BT Sport Boxing’ YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/c/btsportboxing Twitter: http://twitter.com/btsport Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/btsport Instagram:http://instagram.com/btsport Website: http://sport.bt.com

‘I teach Poetry, not Pediatrics’ | Protest against reopening of schools in NYC

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Protesters took to the streets of New York against proposed plans to reopen schools in autumn. Children cannot focus on schoolwork if their family members and teachers are in the hospital or dying, children cannot learn if they are dead, said one of the school teachers addressing the crowd. Subscribe to RT! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpwvZwUam-URkxB7g4USKpg?sub_confirmation=1 RT LIVE … Read more ‘I teach Poetry, not Pediatrics’ | Protest against reopening of schools in NYC

Gucci The Ritual: The Fall Winter 2020 Campaign

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“I decided to let the clothes travel towards the houses of the cast of models – the characters that have embodied my stories for years; individuals I chose precisely, over time, for their uniqueness that usually brings my campaigns to life. I asked them to represent the idea they have of themselves, to go public … Read more Gucci The Ritual: The Fall Winter 2020 Campaign

Everlasting Classics: Listen to the rhythm of ‘Silk-Washing Stream’

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Chinese singer-songwriter and actor Huo Zun performed “Silk-Washing Stream” on the stage of musical variety show “Everlasting Classics.” The lyrics are from the works of Su Shi（1037–1101), one of China’s greatest poets and essayists from the Song Dynasty. He excelled in every form of verse and prose he attempted and further distinguished himself as a … Read more Everlasting Classics: Listen to the rhythm of ‘Silk-Washing Stream’

‘Everlasting Classics’: Chinese singer presents musical rendition of ancient love poem

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Chinese singer Zhou Shen breathed new life into an 800-year-old eulogy of love in the latest edition of variety show “Everlasting Classics.” The lyrics are from the masterpiece of Yuan Haowen, an outstanding literary figure of the Jin Dynasty (1115-1234). Yuan composed the poem “Tomb of Wild Geese” (to the tune of “Groping for Fish”) … Read more ‘Everlasting Classics’: Chinese singer presents musical rendition of ancient love poem

Mastering Chinese poetry: Nostalgia

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Nostalgia is a feeling that everyone has. The well-known and affectionate poem, written by Yu Guangzhong, one of the most accomplished poets in modern Chinese literature, delves into the poet’s deep feelings for his motherland. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play … Read more Mastering Chinese poetry: Nostalgia

Pulitzer Prize winner Jericho Brown: ‘My poem ‘The Virus’ was like a prophecy’

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American poet Jericho Brown speaks to Eve Jackson about winning the Pulitzer Prize for poetry, his collection “The Tradition” and how his poem ‘The Virus’ was like a prophecy of what was to come. Subscribe to France 24 now: http://f24.my/youtubeEN FRANCE 24 live news stream: all the latest news 24/7 http://f24.my/YTliveEN Visit our website: http://www.france24.com … Read more Pulitzer Prize winner Jericho Brown: ‘My poem ‘The Virus’ was like a prophecy’

Mastering Chinese Poetry Ep. 10: Song of the Parting Son《游子吟》

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Among all the festivals celebrated in China, Mother’s Day is a time to honor the mother in a family, as well as motherhood, and the influence of mothers in society. This day is celebrated on different days in many parts of the world. In China, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May, … Read more Mastering Chinese Poetry Ep. 10: Song of the Parting Son《游子吟》

The Point: What has fueled the rise of Trump’s approval rating?

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And a new BBC documentary is bringing an ancient Chinese poet to a Western audience. Who is Du Fu and why is his poetry considered quintessentially Chinese? Guest: Stephen Owen, East Asian studies, Harvard University Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play … Read more The Point: What has fueled the rise of Trump’s approval rating?

Natasha Trethewey: I find myself longing for slower ways of connection

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The former U.S. poet laureate discusses the pleasures of anticipating letters from friends and shares the poetry she is turning to during the coronavirus crisis. Read more: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/90616/housekeeping. SPECIAL OFFER: To thank you for your support, here’s a deal on a Washington Post digital subscription: $29 for one year http://washingtonpost.com/youtubeoffer. Subscribe to The Washington Post … Read more Natasha Trethewey: I find myself longing for slower ways of connection

So Deer To Me: The Gucci Pre-Fall 2020 Campaign

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Gucci’s pre-fall 2020 campaign video is just amazing. An ode to innocence captures a spirit of right now, and reminds us of simpler, more pleasant times past – and to come. Good to see Gucci connecting the poetry with the prose once more with this “So Deer to Me” campaign. An ode to innocence, when … Read more So Deer To Me: The Gucci Pre-Fall 2020 Campaign

Sundy and Theresa Have Althea’s Back | Love Goals | Oprah Winfrey Network

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While bonding over their successful poetry exercise Theresa and Sundy let Althea know that they’re willing to stick up for her if necessary. For more on #Love Goals, visit https://bit.ly/2uycQih Find OWN on TV at http://www.oprah.com/FindOWN #OWNTV #LoveGoals #CelebrityCouples SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/1vqD1PN About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and … Read more Sundy and Theresa Have Althea’s Back | Love Goals | Oprah Winfrey Network

Find your passion for life and dream in the ‘Lost Horizon’ Shangri-la

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In the novel “Lost Horizon” by British author James Hilton, Shangri-la is such an ideal place where people can find peace and beauty. A Chinese song writer used to say, “life is more than our daily grind, in distant lands poetry we find,” which demonstrates that it’s in many people’s heart to get rid of … Read more Find your passion for life and dream in the ‘Lost Horizon’ Shangri-la

Rugby at it’s stunning best in slow motion…

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Some of the best and most visually satisfying slow-motion shots in domestic and European rugby over the past couple of seasons. This sport is poetry in motion! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the best videos from BT Sport http://bit.ly/17YTeL5 Subscribe to our Boxing YouTube channel http://po.st/NoFilterYT Twitter: http://twitter.com/btsport Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/btsport Instagram:http://instagram.com/btsport Website: http://sport.bt.com