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This one unusual trick will get you infinite gold - Dan Finkel
Practice more problem-solving at https://brilliant.org/TedEd
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A few years ago, the king decided your life would be forfeit unless you tripled the gol…
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What happens when Arctic permafrost thaws? - Jessica Howard and Brendan Rogers
Discover what scientists have found buried in the Arctic permafrost, and find out the far-reaching effects of its melting.
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In June 2022, a gold min…
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How to topple a dictator - Srdja Popovic
2011 was a year of extraordinary people-powered resistance, starting with Arab Spring and spreading across the world. How did this resistance work so…
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Puzzles of vernacular: Tuxedo - Jessica Oreck
View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/mysteries-of-vernacular-tuxedo-jessica-oreck
How did tuxedo's roots extend from Native American history to…
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Historical icons - Amy Bissetta
View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/historical-role-models-amy-bissetta
Many notable American historical figures are considered role models --…
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How stretching actually modifies your muscles - Malachy McHugh
Dig into the science of stretching, and find out what it actually does to your muscles and how you can improve your flexibility.
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An athlete is prepa…
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What if you underwent every human life in history?
Examine the ethical stance known as longtermism, which is the idea that we should be doing more to protect future generations.
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Imagine that your lif…
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The moral dangers of non-lethal weapons - Stephen Coleman
View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-moral-dangers-of-non-lethal-weapons-stephen-coleman
Pepper spray and tasers are in increasing use by b…
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How do you know who deserves your trust? - Ram Neta
View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-you-know-whom-to-trust-ram-neta
We believe a lot of things because we've been told - from our perso…
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What causes panic attacks, and how can you prevent them? - Cindy J. Aaronson
Dig into the science of what triggers panic attacks, how to recognize them, and the available treatments for panic disorder.
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Countless poets and wri…
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