Deep Water: New TED Book on crisis of polar ice melt and rising oceans
The massive layer of ice covering Greenland melted at a faster rate in July than at any other time in recorded history, with 97% of the enti...
Saving the photographs of those who lost their homes and loved ones in the Japanese tsunami
Photo retouchers don’t have the best of reputations. As Becci Manson put it in a moving talk at TEDGlobal 2012, “We’re pale gray creatures w...
In Short: Tavi Gevinson goes on media blitz, how your sushi habit affects the ocean
Check out these fascinating finds from across the internet: Tavi Gevinson gave an inspired talk at TEDxTeen, “Just trying to figure it out.”...
TED Prize baton pass: How one man’s passion created a musical ripple effect
In 1975, economist and musician José Abreu founded El Sistema (“The System”), a classical music education plan for kids in Venezuela. Over t...
12 great free online courses
Much ado has been made in recent years over the quickly rising cost of healthcare in the United States. But the cost of college tuition and ...
In Short: An eco-friendly cooking fuel made in Uganda, self-service kiosks for healthcare
Enjoy these fascinating reads from across the internet: A great profile on TED Fellow Sanga Moses, who quit his job as an accountant in Ugan...
From homeschooling to ancient architecture: Highlights from TED@Tunis
This spring, TED headed on the road, visiting 14 cities across six continents on the hunt for untapped talent. The idea behind the sweeping ...
A song and dance pick-me-up
Young musicians Yaruu Egshiglen get an A+ for their singing, dancing and costuming during this performance at TEDxUlaanbaatarChange 2012, he...
TED Talks from inspiring teachers
Professor John Keating of “The Dead Poets Society.” Calculus teacher Jaime Escalante of “Stand and Deliver.” Marine-turned-teacher Louanne J...