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Antarctica is home to penguins and several thousands of people throughout the year. But no one lives on the continent permanently.
So, who owns Antarctica? t.ted.com/FDtKVGG
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It's something we've all experienced: the back of your elbow smacks against a hard surface and you feel a distinctly horrible sensation shooting down your arm.
So, why does hitting your funny bone feel so weird? t.ted.com/hunyPUH
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Cadmus was a skilled warrior and heir to the Phoenician throne. But he wouldn’t stay in the gods’ favor for long— a critical mistake would seal his tragic fate.
Find out what Cadmus did to provoke the wrath and retribution of the gods: t.ted.com/fa7pb0d
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What happens in your body during a miscarriage?
Take a closer look at pregnancy loss and three common treatment options: t.ted.com/sFS5htT
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Calling all gamers!
During the month of June, select TED Games will have special bonus rounds — giving you even more chances to challenge yourself, follow your curiosity, and keep the fun going. You can play these special levels now: t.ted.com/lW6kkjk
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Ever wish you had a switch you could just turn whenever you needed to be focused and productive?
In sports, this is known as “The Zone”, and getting there— whether at work, home or school— takes practice: t.ted.com/GWxJpEK
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Contrary to popular belief, "The Thinker" sculpture isn’t just a universal symbol of eternal contemplation. So, what was “The Thinker” actually thinking? And who was it meant to represent?
Dig into the secrets of this infamous work of art: t.ted.com/TXog7Bv
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Deep in the jungles of southeast Asia lurks a deadly creature with sharp teeth and a venomous bite: the slow loris.
Despite their wide-eyed looks, their story is much fiercer than many might imagine: t.ted.com/QgPagHe
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Is it ethical to sacrifice one person to save five? What would you do? t.ted.com/paa5j1f
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Tomorrow marks the start of the World Cup! ⚽🏆
Take a look at the physics behind one of the most magnificent goals in the history of football: t.ted.com/CbdjQsM
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What will the future look like? And what role could you play in shaping it?
Learn how to be a future-conscious global citizen and discover how you can take an active role in creating a better tomorrow: t.ted.com/YzpDTsb
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You don't have to be positive all the time.
Why listening to all of your emotions — even the negative ones — can help you be more resilient: t.ted.com/u1ejJTL
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Discover the incredible skeletal mechanism known as the pharyngeal jaw— a second set of jaws that sea creatures use to capture their prey: t.ted.com/6E0hztd
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NEW VIDEO: Sumo wrestling is known across the world as a beloved form of entertainment, a grand display of strength, and an ode to Japan's ancient past and traditions.
Trace the evolution and history of the sport: t.ted.com/XoTHxcK
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There's one tiny plastic that ocean experts want to ban even more than straws: t.ted.com/BO4Kjak
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We often think of the ocean as a totally silent place, muffled under the water’s surface and full of animals that don’t make a lot of noise.
But that's not the case: t.ted.com/4NL35d7
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Why do we tend to choose short-term self-interest over the greater common good?
It has to do with a phenomenon known as "the tragedy of the commons:" t.ted.com/34IJjuv
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Our oceans take up 71% of the Earth and house 99% of our biosphere. But just how big are they really?
In celebration of #WorldOceansDay, take a moment to marvel at the wonder (and sheer size) of our oceans: t.ted.com/LjPv55X
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Is it normal to have imaginary friends?
Explore the psychology behind why children invent these fictional figures and what skills they can develop through pretend play: t.ted.com/LhzyWYd
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