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By the mid-1700s, many Plains nations survived on North America’s largest land mammals: bison. But in the decades to come, millions of bison would be deliberately slaughtered.
Dig into what led to the animal's near-extinction: t.ted.com/dtAaeBj
“Bad guys are good at exploiting the internet, not because they're some kind of technological geniuses, but because they understand what makes people tick.” t.ted.com/5aumjee
Why do Americans vote on Tuesdays?
(Spoiler alert: It doesn't make a lick of sense.) t.ted.com/diJ6cpE
NEW VIDEO: A wrong turn has landed you in the top secret lab of an eccentric candy factory. Enraged at your trespassing, Billy Bonka explains the consequences: you must play his game.
Can you outsmart him and be set free? t.ted.com/eE4g68h
Which diet is best for the planet — and your health? t.ted.com/gkz1zyq
We’re used to splitting voters into right and left camps, but there might be a deeper and broader way of labeling an electorate.
Classical or romantic: which one are you? t.ted.com/XkKqL9x
AI is quickly reshaping education. But for AI to create a positive impact, educators need the mic.
That’s why TED and @GoogleForEdu have launched a global search for ideas from educators who are innovating with AI. Sign up for the free workshop here: t.ted.com/lYtN3II
What is the fairest way to vote?
Explore 4 different voting systems to learn more about the ways we cast our ballots: t.ted.com/D1gMkNE
What makes someone a great storyteller?
Discover the 4 components of how to tell great stories, and how they can connect you to an audience: t.ted.com/WUjwkhD
"We have the chance to rekindle the love of democracy for a new generation. And if we can do that, we won't have to ask them to put democracy over party." t.ted.com/1ggNrei
Dig into the holiday that reunites the living and the dead: t.ted.com/ZsodKut
This Halloween, find out why Dracula is the most famous vampire in history: t.ted.com/TZd1OnS
Uncover the true origins of the undead: t.ted.com/W7wCaTi
Arcane books of forbidden lore, disturbing secrets in the family bloodline, and unspeakable terrors that will drive you mad have all become standard elements in modern horror stories.
But they were largely popularized by a single author: H.P. Lovecraft. t.ted.com/PTAHf8f
With plans to marry another, the samurai Iemon conspired to poison his wife and left her for dead. But unfortunately for Iemon, it wouldn’t be the last of her.
Follow the chilling Japanese tale of ghostly revenge: t.ted.com/r0WyhhR
Happy Halloween!
Get spooky by diving into our ever-evolving rituals for honoring the dead: t.ted.com/sRRSRLb
The Satan of the Old Testament was a relatively minor character, with little information about his deeds or appearance.
So how did he become the ultimate antagonist, taking so many different forms throughout history? t.ted.com/0zRNELh
We have a spooktacular treat for you this Halloween!
TED Games has special creepy, mysterious, and haunted themed rounds— giving you even more chances to challenge yourself and keep the fun going. You can play these special levels now … if you dare: t.ted.com/z3jtDbd
“The oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.”
Leave your audience hanging in a state of suspense with these writing tips: t.ted.com/LQO4Abd
