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5 pieces of essential life advice from elders: https://t.co/4oU9BbgsQf

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Trees can weigh hundreds or even thousands of tons, but where do they get this mass from? Is it the soil the plant is rooted in, the atmosphere above it? https://t.co/JBeKJgsewo

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Unimpressed with the campy science fiction she grew up with, Octavia E. Butler knew she could tell a better story.

Celebrate her birthday by diving into her visionary works: https://t.co/2aENnm4o1l

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Get to know Jin Yong’s “Legend of the Condor Heroes,” an epic tale of adventure and war, romance and intrigue, brotherhood and betrayal: https://t.co/3Jqk8bcGdC

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“Sleep, unfortunately, is not an optional lifestyle luxury. Sleep is a nonnegotiable biological necessity. It is your life-support system.” https://t.co/PLFxp4qPZK

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Although trends might seem totally random, there are well-documented patterns to what becomes popular.

Check out the science behind why we like what we like: https://t.co/AlXG5pe3By

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Around the globe, there are over 60 million people who have been forced to leave their homes to escape war, violence and persecution.

Learn more about their difficult journeys on #WorldRefugeeDay: https://t.co/zpWcfD6I08

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How did Maya Angelou’s memoir “I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings” become one of the most frequently banned books of all time? https://t.co/8gaUnuSg3c

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In 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday in the US.

So what is Juneteenth, and why is it important? Find out the history and significance behind the celebrations: https://t.co/QOIwaKoOeQ

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For over a decade, TED-Ed Student Talks has helped millions of students around the world find their voices, passion, and confidence — including Samya Gupta.

You can read more about Samya’s journey and what she hopes to gain through TED Summer School here: https://t.co/BggFhDIxmz

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How did Hawaii become a US state?

Get to know the story of Queen Liliʻuokalani and her fight against the annexation of Hawaii: https://t.co/o9PHgw4URZ

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NEW VIDEO: How do dishwashers clean your dishes? And what’s the best way to get the cleanest dishes out of every use? https://t.co/LsE4hyK81a

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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: https://t.co/BckqHRzuhN

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How did Ötzi the Iceman die?

Uncover the truth about this 5,300-year-old murder mystery: https://t.co/BpufrOeZGg

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We thrive in communities!

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If someone were to ask you to picture an apple, could you “see” the image in your mind?

Most people would be able to visualize the apple — but some people can’t. Explore the science of aphantasia to find out why this happens: https://t.co/c6xwweY3ao

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“Maybe the most challenging question we can pose to ourselves is… whether the words we speak, we tweet, we email, we write today can tell us something of where our minds will be in a few days, in a few months or a few years from now.” https://t.co/1TrXiIj9VA

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Tongues in the animal kingdom vary widely — from texture and length, to shape and dexterity. So, what's the point of having so many different kinds of tongues?

Explore how different species use the appendage to survive: https://t.co/WhunYwIAEH

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NEW VIDEO: How were the formidable fortresses of medieval Europe built?

Explore how the design of these castles evolved over time and what made them so difficult to attack: https://t.co/xfA0g6sCTI

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Happy World Sea Turtle Day!

Watch the miraculous journey of infant sea turtles as these tiny animals run the gauntlet of predators and harsh conditions: https://t.co/zn6bv0Lf4a