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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:" https://t.co/jPsKbQAv3u

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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: https://t.co/lqk9LPdKkX

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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: https://t.co/9xyYJ3ILsu

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“For decades now, [fossil fuel] companies have had the evidence. They know the truth, and they consciously decided to lie to the public in order to calm down the momentum for doing something about it so they can make more money. It's simple as that.” https://t.co/LgQnYvHba3

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An unconventional solution to clean oil spills: https://t.co/a6tsLgJGvf

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Why the toilet is one of the most pivotal inventions in human history: https://t.co/gJGCIoR7yW

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Researchers have developed a method that has led to the discovery of tens of thousands of species over the past decade.

So how does it work? https://t.co/2Bt5rgbyz3

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It’s World Environment Day!

Now more than ever, we need to accelerate solutions to the climate crisis, and turn these ideas into action. Earth School is a 10-step action plan that lays out our current problems and how we can solve them. Get started: https://t.co/YglKVr42lF

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Dig into the construction of the Suez Canal, and discover how it became one of the world’s busiest maritime passages: https://t.co/xU7yHHUzwq

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Calling all gamers!

During the month of June, Toyota is unlocking bonus rounds across select TED Games — giving you even more chances to challenge yourself, follow your curiosity, and keep the fun going. You can play these special levels now at https://t.co/g3SuvYH0ex

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A quick guide to get beyond “fine” and “whatever": https://t.co/j4zTDK60ZD

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Did FDR’s New Deal actually deliver on its promises? https://t.co/NRRWtfJ3hM

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NEW VIDEO: Why do cats go crazy for catnip?

Explore the fascinating reason why this herb sends our feline friends into a frenzy: https://t.co/ukyQDat1Ss

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Explore how to use the technique known as the Socratic Method to improve your critical thinking skills: https://t.co/VrU5vhPMl8

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Educators, there’s an idea you’ve been carrying for years. It shows up in how you teach, lead and work with students— even if you’ve never put it into words. What if you took just one hour to shape that idea?

Register for TED-Ed’s free Idea Workshop here: https://t.co/hMWFZHN51u

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The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle states that you can never simultaneously know the exact position and the exact speed of an object.

Why not? https://t.co/GiyTouS8gX

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We think of space as a silent place, but the universe’s most dramatic events actually have a soundtrack.

Take a listen: https://t.co/HQg9ZcAOVr

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Take a tour of the vast, underground network of the Paris Catacombs, and find out how this 18th century cemetery came to be: https://t.co/t1jTASYWc0

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NEW VIDEO: The surprisingly dark origins of your favorite Disney fairy tales: https://t.co/LBueFo63aZ

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How does TED-Ed Student Talks help students build skills they can carry with them beyond the classroom? We asked some of our student speakers to reflect on what they’ve learned through the program, and they shared the 3 skills they saw grow the most: https://t.co/pFh6vFgqQ8