Who controls the world? Resources for understanding this visualization of the global economy
Occupy Wall Street’s slogan “We are the 99%” had been echoing through the United States and the world for just over a month when James B. Gl...
Barack Obama’s 2013 State of the Union: Talks for deeper thinking on the issues
President Barack Obama ended his 2013 State of the Union address just minutes ago saying, “We are citizens. It’s a word that doesn’t just de...
A miniature TED all about love
Some people go over-the-top for Valentine’s Day, showering their loved ones with candy and roses. Others bemoan Valentine’s Day as the ultim...
Inanimate objects brought to life: 7 intriguing talks
Roads need constant repair. Rain, snow and other moisture seeps into the asphalt and — if it freezes — expands, breaking it apar...
Talks to celebrate Charles Darwin’s birthday
The day was February 12, 1809. The place was Shrewsbury, England. The person born there: Charles Darwin. With the publication of his classic...
10 fun facts about Vancouver and Whistler
TED is ready to learn every word to “O Canada.” For TED2014 — our 30th anniversary spectacular themed “The Next Chapter” — we ar...
Registration is open for TED2014 and TEDActive 2014: The Next Chapter
We’re thrilled to announce the opening of registration for TED2014: The Next Chapter. It’s TED’s 30th anniversary, and we’...
When education is not a given: 10 inspiring talks
From age 6 through age 11, Shabana Basij-Rasikh risked her life to go to school. The Taliban had banned girls in Afghanistan from studying a...
On musical creativity: A talk to watch as you discuss the Grammy winners
The 2013 Grammy Awards, which aired last night, offered up many a surprise with indie-tinged acts grabbing major awards over more establishe...