Since it was founded in 1984, TED has brought much wisdom to the world, primarily thanks to inviting the world's foremost experts on a whole range of subject areas and fields to give talks. At BabaMail, we really enjoy the insights that we receive from these very smart people. As a result, I decided to put a collection together for you, showcasing all of the very best TED Talks that have appeared on the website to date. Are you ready to be enlightened? Let's begin:
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View the Destruction Caused By The Year's Giant Hurricanes
This year's Atlantic hurricane season has been a very busy and destructive one. This interactive map will allow you to survey the damage for yourself.
5:23
Why HAVEN'T We Cured Cancer Yet? An Explanation
This informative video goes over the major challenges researchers face when trying to find a perfect cure for cancer.
16:28
WATCH: This is What Occurs In Our Brain When We're In Love
We all love being in love, and actually crave it and need it, but what actually happens to our brains when we're in love? Watch this TED Talk to find out.
17:41
This is the History of Our World in Just 18 Minutes
Using a series of stunning illustrations, David Christian, in a riveting 18 minutes, narrates a complete history of the universe. Take a look!
13:53
Listen to the Story of a Woman Who Had COVID-19 For a Year
This young woman is a professor of social epidemiology, and her story is one everyone must hear. She shares her experience of having COVID-19 for a full year.
9:36
WATCH: What Is the Next Step In Nanotechnology?
Nanotechnology looks set to change the world, but its journey to the present day hasn't been without difficulty. Watch this informative TED Talk to learn more.
7 of the Most Famous Weddings of the 20th Century
Here’s a closer look at the most famous weddings of the century and the compelling stories behind them.
Astonishing! These WWII Soldiers Survived Against the Odds
These World War II soldiers all suffered terrible ordeals, but they managed to survive against all odds. Here are 6 incredible survival stories from World War II.
5 Historical Battles that Have Quite the Story to Tell
Read all about five of the most historically important battles to have ever graced this earth, many of which were fought and won by the underdogs.
Collection: The Greatest Moments in History
A collection of fascinating, sometimes controversial and surprising stories from the annals of history. Explore and learn about the fascinating past of humanity and some of its most outstanding figures.
You Don't See a Lot of Vintage Portraits Like These...
In this post we will give you a swift glimpse of the portrait collection of one of the leading photographers of 19th-century Washington.
These Fun Charts and Guides Teach You Tons of Cool Stuff
These charts and guides will come in handy. Save them!
14 Odd Inventions You Won’t Believe Were Once in Use
You might be surprised by what our ancestors considered essential gadgets.
These Enormous Collections are Too Weird For Words!
These people take their life-long hobby of collecting to a completely new level! Have you ever seen anything quite like them?
Keep a Conversation Flowing With These Historical Facts
If a conversation you're having starts to stall, just throw out some of these amazing historical facts and you’ll be talking long into the night!
WW2 Changed These Places Greatly. How Do They Look Now?
Incredible! This is how the war has changed these places.
12 Beautiful Plants That Will Transform Your Windows
Brighten your home with these gorgeous window plants.
4:56
History’s First Author Is Largely Unknown, Who WAS She?
Meet the First Author in History - Enheduanna, an ancient Sumerian high priestess with a tragic and heroic life story...
8:07
Which of These Old Bathroom Features Do You Want Back?
These old bathroom trends have disappeared over time.
The Fascinating Last Words of Famous Historical Figures
Some of the most important figures in world history, along with some of the most notorious, had some fascinating things to say just before they left this world.
These 11 Quotes Don’t Belong to Those You Think They Do
Surprising quotations that were completely miscredited. Some have commonalities with the supposed authors, while others are completely off...
14 Positive Stories to Bring Some Cheer Amidst the Gloom
These positive news stories show that there are still things to smile about.
1:09
Astonishing: Can You See This Monochrome Image in Color?
This must be one of the most impressive brain tricks you will ever try!
History: Why Captain Morgan Was Hailed a Hero in the UK
Read through the fascinating story of Captain Henry Morgan.
20 Age-Old Objects of Great Historical and Artistic Beauty
These 20 age-old artifacts have survived through the ages, and they’re here to tell the stories of their owners and creators.
Baby Names That are BANNED Around the World
These 14 names, some bizarre and some fairly ordinary, have been rejected or even outright banned in countries around the world for different reasons.
3:25
Classic Comedy: This 1950's Ventriloquist Was a Genius...
This ventriloquist is renowned for his speed, skill and grace. Take a look:
18:31
The Most Beautiful Asian Royal Crowns
This video will show you 10 famous crowns from Asia and their fascinating histories.
6:38
These Flying Shaolin Monks Are Incredible
An amazingly beautiful sight in super slow mo...
These American Facts Are The Strangest I've Ever Heard
We all know the saying "truth is stranger than fiction", and judging from these 15 strange facts, it can certainly be applied to the USA, too!
9 Facts About Ancient Egypt You Probably Didn’t Know
Venture beyond the usual facts about the pyramids and Tutankhamen and learn 9 equally fascinating facts and misconceptions about Ancient Egypt
Eccentric Rulers: 6 Bizarre Monarchs Throughout History
These eccentric monarchs throughout history have quite a story to tell...
10:30
Time Travel Back to the 19th Century in This Vintage Video
This amazingly rare footage gives us a peek of different parts of the world from the 19th century.
10:15
This Animal Video is Sure to Turn a Smile Into a Grin!
Get ready to wear a big smile and a giggle, this video will make your day!
The Extraordinary Origins of 10 Common English Words
In this article, we uncover the extraordinary etymology of 10 common English words, including ‘daisy’, ‘eavesdropper’, and ‘vaccine’.
This Beautiful Story has a Special Moral to Teach
This is a beautiful story of a woman who looks after four turtles. It has a wonderful moral at the end too. Enjoy!
13 Old-School Home Items That Defined Life Before 1980
Take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of these vintage home items.
Experience the Dramatic Moments of WWII in Moving Color
This 13-episode television documentary series recounts the major events of World War II in HD color.
7:10
Meet the One-Handed Climbing Champion, Brian Zarzuela
Brian Zarzuela has overcome disability in the most extraordinary ways.
29:45
Ancient Rome Had Different Kinds of Gladiators...
There’s much we don’t know about these amazing fighters and this documentary sheds some in-depth light on every known type of gladiator from Ancient Rome.
16 Wonderful Japanese Ideas We Should All Start Copying
The Japanese are unique. Their ways seem perfectly designed to help the population live happy fruitful lives. Here are 16 cool Japanese things we should copy.
The Great Mothers of History: 12 Famous Mothers!
History is laden with truly heroic moms, but we've gone to the trouble of picking 12 of the most heroic of all for you. Here are 12 of the best moms in history.
10:06
This Fascinating Video Explores the Origins of Mankind
This video will explain exactly what our prehistoric ancestors used to get up to. Fascinating!
The Invisible War: Deception and Espionage in WWII
Not many know about these incredibly dangerous secret operations that defined the Second World War.
14 Old Photos That Show Just How Hard Life Once Was
Remember when doing even the basic tasks took hours? These photos do.
12:39
WATCH: 110-Year-Old Supercentenarian Talks of Life
Born in 1906, and having served in the South Pacific during WWII, Richard Overton is the US' oldest living veteran. Watch this video about his remarkable life.
10 Food Products You Should Never Freeze
Take note of this list of food products that should be kept far away from the freezer.
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