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What is the opposite of hate?

Political commentator Sally Kohn wanted to understand why people hate.

What is the opposite of hate?

The life and legacy of John McCain

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 life and legacy of John McCain

What does the future hold for your reading brain?

The future of the reading brain in an increasingly digital world.

What does the future hold for your reading brain?

The next economic bubble?

William D. Cohan, a former investment banker and the author of four books about Wall Street, discusses corporate debt.

The next economic bubble?

Trump, Turkey, tariffs and the state of global trade

Washington slaps tariffs on Turkey. The Trump administration’s trade fights, using national security as the justification.

Trump, Turkey, tariffs and the state of global trade

Why are Democrats at a Depression? Here are the answers

Jon Favreau's popular new podcast, "The Wilderness," explores how the Democrats lost their way and how they try to bounce back.

Why are Democrats at a Depression? Here are the answers

Inside the Iran sanctions: Can they be effective?

For President Trump and his foreign policy Team, cracking the Islamic Republic is job number one.

Inside the Iran sanctions: Can they be effective?

Doing business with Iran? It's going to stop

President Trump's special assistant weighs in on Iran sanctions.

Doing business with Iran? It's going to stop

'We Are Q' Conspiracy Makes National Debut At Trump Rally

Several people wearing "Q" T-shirts and holding "We are Q" signs were spotted at President Trump's rally. Who are they?

'We Are Q' Conspiracy Makes National Debut At Trump Rally

'Fake news': Is the media an 'enemy of the American people'?

A president like no other has changed the way the media covers the White House. Is it dangerous? Is it fair?

'Fake news': Is the media an 'enemy of the American people'?

Trump's economy: Promises that will be kept?

The Trump administration is weighing a big tax cut for the rich, with no vote in Congress. And what will the citizens enjoy?

Trump's economy: Promises that will be kept?

U.S. Colleges: A Front Line For International Spying

Typically, university researchers aren’t required to sign nondisclosure agreements, which run counter to the ethic of openness.

U.S. Colleges: A Front Line For International Spying

Extreme heat wave sweeps the globe

A dangerous and deadly heat wave is gripping the globe. We’ll look at where and why it’s happening.

Extreme heat wave sweeps the globe

The Iranian trap: The fear of Trump's wrath

Iran 'desperately looking for leverage,' analyst says amid harsh exchange with U.S.

The Iranian trap: The fear of Trump's wrath

Have Trump critics let their dismay go too far?

Will President Trump's critics have to admit this time that they have gone one step too far?

Have Trump critics let their dismay go too far?

A Pakistani Jew wants to travel to Israel

Fishel Benkhald wants to come to Israel, but that is not permitted by the Pakistani government.

A Pakistani Jew wants to travel to Israel

What does it take to be a United Nations interpreter?

'You have to have speed': What it takes to be a United Nations interpreter.

What does it take to be a United Nations interpreter?

Why do we love to hate so much?

TED speakers explore the causes and consequences of hate - and how we can fight it.

Why do we love to hate so much?

How Russia undermined American democracy

How does Russia work behind the scenes to hit America's soft belly?

How Russia undermined American democracy

What can Leon Panetta advise President Trump?

Head of the CIA and former Secretary of Defense, talks about the most important international issues for the American administration today.

What can Leon Panetta advise President Trump?

Can you balance screen time and family time?

Family time versus screen time: Can they really co-exist?

Can you balance screen time and family time?

'Lower expectations for the Trump and Putin meetings'

What to expect from the upcoming summit between President Trump and Putin.

'Lower expectations for the Trump and Putin meetings'

Is Barack Obama afraid of a confrontation with Donald Trump?

Does Obama realize how polarizing his presence on the stage can be these days?

Is Barack Obama afraid of a confrontation with Donald Trump?

When the 'Big Brother' loses in court

In major privacy win, Supreme Court rules police need warrant to track your cellphone.

When the 'Big Brother' loses in court

What has NASA learned watching hurricanes from space?

Hurricane season is underway, and for the second season, NASA scientists will be able to measure wind speeds through heavy rain from space.

What has NASA learned watching hurricanes from space?

It's all about the money? Yes!

How much does money motivate us?

It's all about the money? Yes!

Why do Trump's policies seem to come straight from the 1970s?

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.

Why do Trump's policies seem to come straight from the 1970s?

White House spokesman: Pressure on North Korea will continue

White House spokesman Raj Shah talks about the agreement between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, and the path forward.

White House spokesman: Pressure on North Korea will continue

Why do we need attention and how does it change our lives?

ATTENTION PLEASE: TED experts discuss the need for our human beat to gain recognition - positive or negative.

Why do we need attention and how does it change our lives?

"Trump Not Acting Like An Innocent Man"

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, said President Trump is "dead wrong" when he insists he can pardon himself.

"Trump Not Acting Like An Innocent Man"

'This is what a midterm president looks like'

President Trump's associates say he's sticking to his playbook to keep GOP majorities in Congress in midterm elections.

'This is what a midterm president looks like'

Does President Trump have serious intentions about North Korea?

The president of the United States lowers expectations regarding the meeting with Kim Jong-un.

Does President Trump have serious intentions about North Korea?

Religion a large presence as U.S. Embassy opens in Jerusalem

The world wonders: What is the connection between religion and inauguration of the Embassy?

Religion a large presence as U.S. Embassy opens in Jerusalem

'Recognizing Jerusalem as capital removes 'right of veto''

U.S. Ambassador to Israel: Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem has removed the Palestinians' "right of veto" on the move.

'Recognizing Jerusalem as capital removes 'right of veto''

The art of listening changes the world

Listening is a gift from heaven - which can not only make us better people, but touch the depth of every person's heart.

The art of listening changes the world

The frustration of the leaders of the nuclear deal

Iran nuclear deal negotiator Philip Gordon reacts to Trump's decision to leave it.

The frustration of the leaders of the nuclear deal

Quit your comfort zone

It is very easy to maintain routine in every sense of life. But dealing with difficulty can give us a push forward

Quit your comfort zone

'Us Vs. Them': Inside Globalism

He was a booster for globalism. Now Ian Bremmer says it’s failed — and he sees trouble ahead

'Us Vs. Them': Inside Globalism

Permanent work: An island of stability or prolonged stress?

Love it or hate it, most of us have to work for a living. So, how can we make work more meaningful?

Permanent work: An island of stability or prolonged stress?

Everything is connected

How everything in nature is connected, and how we can restore its delicate balance.

Everything is connected

Trust - Is there still such a thing?

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?

Trust - Is there still such a thing?

Does the US need a real Social Security reform?

How did the social security number become the most important identifier in the United States? And is that even a good idea?

Does the US need a real Social Security reform?

US announces new sanctions on Russians

Trump administration imposes new sanctions against Russian individuals and entities over 2016 election interference.

US announces new sanctions on Russians

How will a gentle push upgrade your life?

It's hard to change habits, but a gentle push can move us in the right direction.

How will a gentle push upgrade your life?

Can Trump get an immigration deal done?

Gun control is in the spotlight, but what about an immigration deal? Is there the political will to get it done?

Can Trump get an immigration deal done?

For the first time since the war: US aircraft carrier in Vietnam

A U.S. aircraft carrier is visiting Vietnam. What do the soldiers onboard know about the war?

For the first time since the war: US aircraft carrier in Vietnam

Kushner, no longer sharing secrets?

What is Jared Kushner's future in the White House after a security clearance downgrade?

Kushner, no longer sharing secrets?

Purim is approaching: The Vodka Proof

Vodka is the best selling spirit in the United States, and there are zillions of brands. But is there any difference between them?

Purim is approaching: The Vodka Proof

How can we adapt to any change?

Humans adapt to physical and creative challenges in remarkable ways. How do we do it, and what happens when we can't?

How can we adapt to any change?

Peering deeper into space

The new discoveries about our universe: The lingering mysteries of the cosmos.

Peering deeper into space

Can we trust the numbers?

Data, statistics and algorithms dominate every aspect of our lives. But how accurate are they, and how fair?

Can we trust the numbers?

Putin is running for president? Calls to boycott the elections

Vladimir Putin's only serious opponent in Russia's upcoming presidential election, Alexei Navalny, has been banned from taking part.

Putin is running for president? Calls to boycott the elections

Screen addiction among teens: Is there such a thing?

Are we truly addicted to technology? And what about our kids? It's a scary question, and a big one for scientists right now

Screen addiction among teens: Is there such a thing?

Screen addiction among teens: Is there such a thing?

The word "addiction" may be attracting controversy, but you don't need a doctor's pronouncement to work on putting the devices down.

Screen addiction among teens: Is there such a thing?

As Trump prepares for big speech, state of the economy is strong

The U.S economy is humming, and President Trump will undoubtedly take credit when he delivers his first State of the Union address.

As Trump prepares for big speech, state of the economy is strong

It's official: Loneliness harms your health

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?

It's official: Loneliness harms your health

What is the Republican strategy to end the shutdown?

Brian McGuire, former chief of staff for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, discusses the politics of the shutdown.

What is the Republican strategy to end the shutdown?

Did Trump change Washington, or did Washington change Trump?

A special summary of the US President's undoubtedly eventful first year in office.

Did Trump change Washington, or did Washington change Trump?

Congress scrambles to avoid shutdown

The shutdown showdown: As a DACA deal fades, Republicans are scrambling for a strategy to keep the government open.

Congress scrambles to avoid shutdown

Majority of Americans say Trump's first year was a failure

As President Trump approaches the one-year anniversary of his inauguration, a majority of Americans believe he has divided the nation.

Majority of Americans say Trump's first year was a failure






























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