What is the opposite of hate?
Political commentator Sally Kohn wanted to understand why people hate.
Political commentator Sally Kohn wanted to understand why people hate.
Tributes from around the US are pouring in for Sen. John McCain. Take a look at his remarkable life, courage and message for America.
The future of the reading brain in an increasingly digital world.
William D. Cohan, a former investment banker and the author of four books about Wall Street, discusses corporate debt.
Washington slaps tariffs on Turkey. The Trump administration’s trade fights, using national security as the justification.
Jon Favreau's popular new podcast, "The Wilderness," explores how the Democrats lost their way and how they try to bounce back.
For President Trump and his foreign policy Team, cracking the Islamic Republic is job number one.
President Trump's special assistant weighs in on Iran sanctions.
Several people wearing "Q" T-shirts and holding "We are Q" signs were spotted at President Trump's rally. Who are they?
A president like no other has changed the way the media covers the White House. Is it dangerous? Is it fair?
The Trump administration is weighing a big tax cut for the rich, with no vote in Congress. And what will the citizens enjoy?
Typically, university researchers aren’t required to sign nondisclosure agreements, which run counter to the ethic of openness.
A dangerous and deadly heat wave is gripping the globe. We’ll look at where and why it’s happening.
Iran 'desperately looking for leverage,' analyst says amid harsh exchange with U.S.
Will President Trump's critics have to admit this time that they have gone one step too far?
Fishel Benkhald wants to come to Israel, but that is not permitted by the Pakistani government.
'You have to have speed': What it takes to be a United Nations interpreter.
TED speakers explore the causes and consequences of hate - and how we can fight it.
How does Russia work behind the scenes to hit America's soft belly?
Head of the CIA and former Secretary of Defense, talks about the most important international issues for the American administration today.
Family time versus screen time: Can they really co-exist?
What to expect from the upcoming summit between President Trump and Putin.
Does Obama realize how polarizing his presence on the stage can be these days?
In major privacy win, Supreme Court rules police need warrant to track your cellphone.
Hurricane season is underway, and for the second season, NASA scientists will be able to measure wind speeds through heavy rain from space.
How much does money motivate us?
From trade to coal to crime, many of the topics that President Trump goes back to over and over again seem to harken back to the 1970s.
White House spokesman Raj Shah talks about the agreement between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, and the path forward.
ATTENTION PLEASE: TED experts discuss the need for our human beat to gain recognition - positive or negative.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, said President Trump is "dead wrong" when he insists he can pardon himself.
President Trump's associates say he's sticking to his playbook to keep GOP majorities in Congress in midterm elections.
The president of the United States lowers expectations regarding the meeting with Kim Jong-un.
The world wonders: What is the connection between religion and inauguration of the Embassy?
U.S. Ambassador to Israel: Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem has removed the Palestinians' "right of veto" on the move.
Listening is a gift from heaven - which can not only make us better people, but touch the depth of every person's heart.
Iran nuclear deal negotiator Philip Gordon reacts to Trump's decision to leave it.
It is very easy to maintain routine in every sense of life. But dealing with difficulty can give us a push forward
He was a booster for globalism. Now Ian Bremmer says it’s failed — and he sees trouble ahead
Love it or hate it, most of us have to work for a living. So, how can we make work more meaningful?
How everything in nature is connected, and how we can restore its delicate balance.
Our lives require us to give trust in the people around us. Quite a few times we experience disappointments. How hard is it to gain trust?
How did the social security number become the most important identifier in the United States? And is that even a good idea?
Trump administration imposes new sanctions against Russian individuals and entities over 2016 election interference.
It's hard to change habits, but a gentle push can move us in the right direction.
Gun control is in the spotlight, but what about an immigration deal? Is there the political will to get it done?
A U.S. aircraft carrier is visiting Vietnam. What do the soldiers onboard know about the war?
What is Jared Kushner's future in the White House after a security clearance downgrade?
Vodka is the best selling spirit in the United States, and there are zillions of brands. But is there any difference between them?
Humans adapt to physical and creative challenges in remarkable ways. How do we do it, and what happens when we can't?
The new discoveries about our universe: The lingering mysteries of the cosmos.
Data, statistics and algorithms dominate every aspect of our lives. But how accurate are they, and how fair?
Vladimir Putin's only serious opponent in Russia's upcoming presidential election, Alexei Navalny, has been banned from taking part.
Are we truly addicted to technology? And what about our kids? It's a scary question, and a big one for scientists right now
The word "addiction" may be attracting controversy, but you don't need a doctor's pronouncement to work on putting the devices down.
The U.S economy is humming, and President Trump will undoubtedly take credit when he delivers his first State of the Union address.
Loneliness is an epidemic, and scientific evidence shows it's as bad for us as smoking. How do we deal with the problem of loneliness today?
Brian McGuire, former chief of staff for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, discusses the politics of the shutdown.
A special summary of the US President's undoubtedly eventful first year in office.
The shutdown showdown: As a DACA deal fades, Republicans are scrambling for a strategy to keep the government open.
As President Trump approaches the one-year anniversary of his inauguration, a majority of Americans believe he has divided the nation.